Why Sydney Sweeney was axed from ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ despite filming with major cast

Sydney Sweeney’s much rumoured appearance in The Devil Wears Prada 2 has officially been left on the cutting room floor, despite the actress having filmed a full scene alongside key cast members. The decision, described by insiders as purely creative, has added a fresh layer of intrigue to one of the year’s most anticipated sequels.

The Euphoria star had been spotted on set in mid 2025, fuelling speculation that she would feature in the follow up to the 2006 hit The Devil Wears Prada. At the time, fans quickly connected her presence to a potential cameo, especially as the sequel reunites original stars including Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt.

According to details now emerging, Sweeney filmed a short sequence positioned near the beginning of the film. In the scene, she reportedly played herself during a fashion fitting, interacting within the world of Runway magazine as the story reintroduces Emily Charlton’s new role at Dior. The moment was designed to expand Emily’s introduction, showing her influence in the fashion industry through high profile clients.

However, sources indicate that the scene ultimately did not align with the pacing or structure of the film’s opening act. Editors and creatives working on the sequel made the decision to remove it, despite appreciation for Sweeney’s involvement. The move reflects the often unseen process of refining major studio films, where even high profile cameos can be sacrificed to maintain narrative flow.

The sequel’s storyline centres on Andy Sachs navigating a dramatically changed media environment while reconnecting with Miranda Priestly and Nigel Kipling. With the fictional Runway brand facing internal and external pressures, the film leans heavily on its core characters, which may have contributed to the decision to streamline supporting appearances.

While Sweeney does not appear in the final version, her connection to the project has not gone unnoticed online. Social media users have expressed mixed reactions, with some disappointed by the cut and others noting how common such decisions are in large productions. Clips and images from the set have resurfaced, adding to curiosity about what the deleted scene may have looked like.

The film still includes other notable appearances, including a cameo from Lady Gaga, alongside a soundtrack contribution that has already generated buzz. As anticipation builds ahead of its May 1 release, The Devil Wears Prada 2 continues to dominate conversation, even in moments where what is missing proves just as compelling as what remains.

For Sweeney, the moment adds to a busy period in her career, as she continues her return to Euphoria and navigates ongoing public attention.