Anne Hathaway revealed that it was the ninth choice to play her character in The devil Wears Prada.
The actor played the young journalist Andy Sachs, who was released in the wild world of fashion in the 2006 film.
Hathaway made the revelation during an appearance in yesterday’s (February 19) episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, in which she served as a guest judge. Before the contestants performed in a musical theater challenge, the star shared some acting tips with them and answered their questions.
After being asked if there was any role she would have to fight for, Hathaway replied, “How much time do you have? A lot of them.
“I will give you some tea, I was the ninth choice for The devil Wears Prada, “she said.” But I get it! Hold on, never give up. “
Rachel McAdams was known to be the first choice for the role, but she turned down the studio three times. However, it was not known how far on the Hathaway list was for Andy’s role. It is not yet known who were the other actors that the studio wanted before it.
A musical adaptation of The devil Wears Prada – featuring music written by Elton John – was scheduled to debut in Chicago on July 14, 2020, before moving to Broadway in New York.
However, the coronavirus pandemic means that the program has not yet premiered. When that happens, there will be brand new music from John, along with lyrics by singer and songwriter Shaina Taub.
In a 2018 interview, Taub said of the pop icon: “He’s an amazing artist and so kind, so open and collaborative, and it’s been a very powerful experience to work with a legend who really is an artist who loves making music and loves it. collaborate with new people. “