Lauren Weisberger reveals touching link between her daughter and Anna Wintour

Lauren Weisberger has revealed a meaningful personal connection between her daughter and fashion icon Anna Wintour, offering a full-circle moment tied to her early career and literary success.

The writer, best known for The Devil Wears Prada, reflected on the link while attending the New York premiere of the film’s highly anticipated sequel.

Weisberger, who previously worked as Wintour’s assistant at Vogue, drew inspiration from that experience to create the fictional world of the novel, including the formidable editor character Miranda Priestly.

During the event, Weisberger shared that her daughter carried a Prada handbag originally gifted to her by Wintour years earlier. 

According to People, the gesture, though simple, symbolized a generational bridge between her past in the fashion industry and her present life as a mother and author.

Weisberger described the moment as deeply sentimental, noting how her professional journey has come full circle, from a young assistant navigating a demanding workplace to a bestselling author whose story continues to resonate globally.

The timing of the revelation coincides with the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, which arrives nearly two decades after the original film captivated audiences worldwide.

Moreover, Weisberger also praised Meryl Streep’s iconic portrayal of Miranda Priestly, crediting it as a key factor in the story’s lasting cultural impact.