Anne Hathaway proved once again why fans adore her when an unexpected stumble during filming quickly became a viral highlight. While shooting scenes for The Devil Wears Prada 2 in New York, the 42-year-old actress took a tumble after the heel of her shoe snapped. Rather than letting the accident overshadow the day, Hathaway laughed it off and transformed the mishap into a moment of pure charm.
The incident happened as cameras rolled for the long-anticipated sequel to the 2006 fashion-drama blockbuster. Hathaway, dressed impeccably in a beige blouse tucked into a black pleated skirt, chic sunglasses, and strappy studded heels, looked every bit the part of a fashion insider. But as she carefully descended a set of concrete stairs, her right heel broke, sending her backward onto the steps. Crew members quickly rushed over, but Hathaway was already smiling and assuring them she was fine, exclaiming, “I’m fine!” as she raised her arms in a playful gymnast-style gesture.
Photos and videos from the fall immediately flooded social media, showing the actress sitting on the steps with her hair flying and one leg awkwardly folded beneath her. Later, she was seen leaning on crew members for support, still wearing her broken shoes but smiling the entire time. True to her sense of humor, Hathaway later shared a lighthearted Instagram post pairing the clip with her famous fall from The Princess Diaries, captioned: “Twenty years later, still falling for you…” The post earned endless praise from fans, with comments like, “Falling gracefully is definitely her signature,” and “What happens when we fall? We get back up and MOTHER.”
The accident added even more buzz around The Devil Wears Prada 2, which has already attracted massive attention for reuniting its beloved cast. Hathaway is reprising her role as Andy Sachs, the once-wide-eyed assistant who worked under Miranda Priestly, the icy editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, played by Meryl Streep. Streep herself was spotted on set in July, her sharp presence instantly reminding fans of the original film’s magic. Emily Blunt, returning as Miranda’s sarcastic but loyal assistant Emily Charlton, has also been seen in character, complete with her trademark red hair.
Although details about the sequel’s storyline remain under wraps, glimpses from the set suggest the movie will capture the same mix of glamour, comedy, and drama that made the original such a success. If anything, Hathaway’s slip down the stairs has only fueled fan excitement. Social media users even begged producers to include the fall in the final cut of the film, with one fan writing, “They should definitely use that clip—it’s perfect.”
Still, not everyone was laughing right away. Some fans expressed concern about the possibility of injury. “She’s lucky she didn’t break her ankle or leg,” one commenter noted, while another added, “An ankle injury can drag on for a long time—I hope she’s really okay.” But Hathaway’s laughter, quick recovery, and upbeat attitude reassured most people that she wasn’t badly hurt.
In the end, what could have been an embarrassing accident turned into another iconic Hathaway moment, reinforcing her reputation as an actress who embraces humor and humanity no matter the situation. Whether the fall makes it into the movie or just remains a viral clip, it’s clear that fans are thrilled to see her back in Andy Sachs’ heels—well, maybe sturdier ones this time—alongside Streep and Blunt. With production underway and buzz already at a fever pitch, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about sequels in years.
