Some dialogue stays with audiences long after the film’s release, and one of the most memorable lines from The Devil Wears Prada still holds cult status today. Reflecting on the famous “Gird your loins” dialogue, Stanley Tucci revealed that the line was not originally part of the script and was added during filming.
Stanley Tucci talks about the iconic dialogue
Stanley Tucci recently spoke about the famous “Gird your loins” line from the movie “The Devil Wears Prada” and shared how it came into being. According to People, the actor discussed the memorable moment during an event in Italy while speaking with Josh Horowitz.When asked, “When you first read in the script, the words, ‘Girdle your loins,’ do you have questions? Do you say, ‘Yes, that works.’ Can I make this work?’” Tucci explained that the line never existed in the original screenplay.“Well, here’s the thing,” he said, “that wasn’t in the script. It was.” [director and producer David Frankel]we came up with a list of things to say — my list could have changed the film’s rating. But David came up with the phrase, “Gird up your loins.” It was perfect, perfect. “It’s great.”The line was delivered by Tucci’s character Nigel in the film while the staff at Runway magazine were preparing for the arrival of Miranda Priestly.
Tucci also joked about how the dialogue has stuck with him over the years. “Yes, it will be on my tombstone,” the actor quipped.
on ‘The devil wears prada 2 ‘
The Devil Wears Prada 2 recently hit theaters and follows Miranda Priestly nearly 20 years after the events of the first film. Part 2 explores Miranda’s struggle with the decline of print journalism, while Andy Sachs returns to her life amidst changes in the fashion world.
