Meet Leslie Fremar: The Real-Life Inspiration for 'The Devil Wears Prada'

Leslie Fremar, the inspiration behind Emily Blunt's character Emily Charlton in "The Devil Wears Prada," has spoken about her experience. Fremar was an assistant to Anna Wintour at Vogue and her role influenced a key character in the film.

The movie gained renewed interest with the release of "The Devil Wears Prada 2," bringing attention back to Fremar's story. Her time at Vogue shaped one of the film's memorable characters, though the story includes elements from multiple real people.

Fremar's Time at Vogue

Fremar worked as Anna Wintour's assistant in the late 1990s and collaborated with Lauren Weisberger, author of "The Devil Wears Prada." The book and movie drew on their experiences at Vogue.

Fremar shared that she felt betrayed by the portrayal, finding out about it when Wintour approached her about the novel's characterizations.

Insights on The Devil Wears Prada

While not solely based on Fremar, she confirmed her influence on Emily Charlton’s character. The book mirrored many aspects of her life and professional relationships at Vogue.

An early version of the book felt harsh to Fremar, although it was softened in later drafts for publication.

Current Work

Today, Fremar is a successful celebrity stylist working with stars like Charlize Theron and Julianne Moore. She recently revisited her connection to "The Devil Wears Prada" while reflecting on her career path since its release.