Devil Wears Prada' Star Emily Blunt Debuts New Unexpected Hairstyle, Leaving Fans Divided

The return of "The Devil Wears Prada" cast has brought more than just nostalgic excitement, as behind-the-scenes images of Emily Blunt have ignited a fierce debate among fans, hinting that the sequel's fashion stakes may be just as bold off-screen as they are on-screen.

Emily Blunt drew widespread attention on the set of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" after unveiling a bold new look, replacing her familiar red bob with a smooth, shoulder-length platinum blonde hairstyle.

A recent on-set photo shows Blunt with sleek, straight blonde hair, dressed in a striking red-and-black patterned sweater over a collared shirt and metallic tie, accessorized with black oval sunglasses and bright red lipstick for a polished, runway-ready look.

The photo quickly drew mixed responses on Instagram and Facebook, with some viewers embracing the change while others were less impressed. One fan wrote, "I liked the red hair more," while another admitted, "I'm veryyyy disappointed."

A more emphatic reaction read, "NOOOOOOOO!!! I love her as a redhead 👩🏻‍🦰 Oh and PLEASE stop posting so many pictures of everything—want to be surprised with the film but there everywhere [sic] 🙄🙄🙄✌🏻♥️." Others were more blunt with their remarks. One read, "Please… no," while another asked, "Why !!!"

However, the reaction wasn't entirely critical, as several viewers welcomed and admired the new look, with one writing, "Wow 😍❤️," and another sharing, "Emily Blunt. I actually love the blonde." A few noted how recognizable she still was, saying, "Recognised her straight away," while one quipped, "Thought it was Katy Perry!"

The contrast is clear when viewed alongside earlier shots from the set, which showed Blunt sporting her familiar shoulder-length red bob, styled with precision.

She was spotted outside wearing a layered ensemble that paired a light blue button-down shirt with a black pinstriped corset-style top and coordinating wide-leg trousers. The actress finished the look with black sunglasses and a roomy, patterned tote bag.

The debut of her new hairstyle comes as filming intensifies for the much-anticipated sequel, which sees Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Blunt returning to their iconic roles, joined by Kenneth Branagh as the husband of Miranda Priestly.

On June 30, 2025, Disney's 20th Century Studios announced the start of filming, marking the occasion with an Instagram post featuring an image of two red pumps. The studio captioned the announcement, "The Devil Wears Prada 2. Now in production. 👠👠"

The original movie, "The Devil Wears Prada," adapted from Lauren Weisberger's 2004 novel, achieved iconic status after its 2006 debut. Reportedly, its sequel is set to follow Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, as she faces challenges in a rapidly changing publishing world.

In the sequel, Priestly finds herself in competition with Blunt's character, a high-ranking executive in the luxury industry who controls the advertising funds Priestly is after.

Andy Sachs, played by Hathaway, also makes a return in the sequel after leaving Runway for a newspaper role at the end of the first film. However, details about her part in the new story have not been disclosed.

The sequel also brings back the original creative team, with director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna returning, alongside producer Karen Rosenfelt. "The Devil Wears Prada 2" is scheduled for a theatrical release on May 1, 2026.

Regardless of whether the blonde look remains throughout the film or appears only briefly, Blunt's transformation has already sparked renewed excitement for "The Devil Wears Prada 2.

With the main cast reuniting, fresh talent joining, and a plot focused on competing fashion power players in a transforming media landscape, the sequel is expected to blend nostalgia with high-stakes drama.