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Streep Doubled Her Ask for The Devil Wears Prada
29 Apr
Summary
- Meryl Streep demanded double her initial salary for the film.
- She felt confident the movie would be a success.
- The actress was prepared to retire before the film's success.
Meryl Streep shared insights into her decision to join "The Devil Wears Prada," a film released in 2006. She initially declined the offer, but then decided to test her leverage by doubling her salary request. Streep recalled feeling sure of the script's quality and the film's future success, stating, "I knew it was going to be a hit."
At 56 years old, Streep felt empowered to make such a demand, even contemplating retirement at the time. The studio quickly agreed to her doubled ask. This negotiation proved pivotal, as "The Devil Wears Prada" launched Streep into a new level of stardom and box-office draw.
Following "The Devil Wears Prada," Streep experienced a remarkably productive period, earning her third Oscar for "The Iron Lady" in 2012. Now, she is set to appear in the sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2," which is scheduled for release 20 years after the original. This marks her first live-action film role in five years.
