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Meryl Streep just made headlines for comments about Melania Trump‘s fashion in an exclusive Vogue interview. The 76-year-old Oscar winner didn’t hold back when discussing power, style, and messages sent through clothing. Here’s what the legendary actress revealed.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Cover Story: Vogue May 2026 issue features both Streep and Wintour
- Moderator: Greta Gerwig directed the conversation between the two icons
- Topic: Women, fashion, power, and the first lady‘s style choices
- Movie Release: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ arrives May 1, 2026
Oscar Winner Takes Sharp Aim at Melania Trump
The triple Oscar-winning actress participated in a candid discussion moderated by filmmaker Greta Gerwig at Vogue. When asked how women communicate power through fashion, Streep revealed what she called Melania Trump‘s most “powerful message.” She pointed to the infamous coat the first lady wore while visiting migrant children in 2018.
Streep stated that Melania sent her most “powerful message” through “the coat that said ‘I Really Don’t Care, Do U?’ when she was going to see migrant children who were incarcerated.” The actress emphasized that all clothing choices express ourselves, but noted women face unique expectations.
Meryl Streep slams Melania Trump’s fashion in exclusive Vogue interview
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Anna Wintour Offers Measured Comments on Style
Anna Wintour, the global director of Vogue and inspiration for Miranda Priestly, took a different approach. When discussing how women present themselves through fashion, Wintour praised Michelle Obama and Rama Duwaji, New York City’s new first lady, for their authentic style.
Wintour said the compliment she could offer Melania was: “She always looks like herself when she dresses.” This measured response paled compared to her glowing praise for Obama and Duwaji, whom she called “cool” and “modern.” The contrast sparked widespread discussion online about fashion and politics.
Streep Calls Out Gender Inequality in Fashion and Media
Meryl Streep went deeper, addressing systemic issues facing women in public life. She criticized how women in power must display bare arms on television while men wear full suits. The actress noted an “apology built into women,” forcing them to minimize their presence and appear non-threatening.
| Topic | Streep’s Observation |
| Women’s Clothing | Bare arms required; must minimize presence |
| Men’s Clothing Code | Full coverage accepted; clear professional standard |
| Political Context | Women must counter-signal power through fashion |
| Power’s Expression | “Apology built into women” throughout society |
“I’m stunned at how women in power have to have bare arms on television while men are covered in shirts and ties or a suit. There’s an apology built into women. They have to show their smallness.”
— Meryl Streep, Oscar-Winning Actress
The Vogue Interview Marks First Sequel Film Promotion
Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour came together to promote ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, set to release May 1, 2026. The original 2006 film became iconic, with Streep’s Miranda Priestly loosely based on Wintour herself. The May 2026 Vogue cover features stunning photography by Annie Leibovitz.
Wintour acknowledged the honor of being portrayed by Streep, though she emphasized her real self differs from the fictional character. Greta Gerwig, the acclaimed filmmaker, moderated the conversation at an upscale Manhattan hotel. The dual interview covered topics from grandparenting to professional achievements across four decades.
Why Are Celebrities Weighing In on First Lady Fashion Choices?
Comments about Melania Trump‘s fashion have become recurring topics in entertainment and media circles. Streep‘s remarks highlight broader conversations about how women’s clothing choices carry political weight. The actress has a history of public commentary on fashion, politics, and women’s representation in Hollywood.
This Vogue moment arrives as Devil Wears Prada 2 prepares for theatrical release. The film reunites Streep with Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. Wintour confirmed in the interview she trusts Streep “implicitly” with the role, saying the actress called her after reading the script to assure her “it’s going to be all right.”
Sources
- Vogue – Exclusive May 2026 cover story featuring Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour
- The Hollywood Reporter – Detailed coverage of the Streep and Wintour interview comments
- The Daily Beast – Analysis of Streep’s remarks about First Lady fashion and politics
