Devil Wears Prada 2 Stars Earn $12.5 Million Each in Equal Pay Deal
Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, and Emily Blunt each received a reported $12.5 million salary for their roles in the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. According to industry insiders, the actresses negotiated a favored nations clause with distributor 20th Century Studios, ensuring equal compensation despite Streep's potential to command a higher fee. This strategic move allowed all three lead stars to share in the financial success of the project. Additionally, the trio secured box office bonuses, potentially earning an extra $20 million if the film continues its strong performance. Since its May 1 release, the sequel has generated approximately $433 million globally, surpassing the original film's total earnings. The movie, directed by David Frankel, reunites the cast twenty years after the 2006 original. Stanley Tucci also returned to his role as Nigel Kipling. While representatives for the actresses did not immediately comment on the specific figures, the deal highlights significant earnings for the franchise's return. The original film was a major commercial success, and this sequel appears to be matching that momentum, rewarding the key talent involved in its production.
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Devil Wears Prada 2 Stars Earn $12.5 Million Each in Equal Pay Deal
Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, and Emily Blunt each received a reported $12.5 million salary for their roles in the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. According to industry insiders, the actresses negotiated a favored nations clause with distributor 20th Century Studios, ensuring equal compensation despite Streep's potential to command a higher fee. This strategic move allowed all three lead stars to share in the financial success of the project. Additionally, the trio secured box office bonuses, potentially earning an extra $20 million if the film continues its strong performance. Since its May 1 release, the sequel has generated approximately $433 million globally, surpassing the original film's total earnings. The movie, directed by David Frankel, reunites the cast twenty years after the 2006 original. Stanley Tucci also returned to his role as Nigel Kipling. While representatives for the actresses did not immediately comment on the specific figures, the deal highlights significant earnings for the franchise's return. The original film was a major commercial success, and this sequel appears to be matching that momentum, rewarding the key talent involved in its production.
New York Post