Emily Blunt has come under fire for her 'out of touch' career advice, suggesting that people who are unhappy in their careers should simply quit their jobs. The 43-year-old actress, best known for playing an overworked assistant in The Devil Wears Prada, shared her thoughts during an interview with Betches, where she was asked what advice she would give to 'women who are hating their jobs right now.'
Blunt's Controversial Advice
Initially whispering 'Quit… no,' Blunt then added, 'Just find something that you deeply want to do. Even if you're earning no money, as long as you love it, you'll be happy.' The comments quickly drew criticism from fans who pointed out that Blunt, who has an estimated net worth of $80 million, is speaking from a position of privilege.
Critics took to social media to express their frustration. One user wrote, 'It's soooo easy for wealthy people to say this lmao.' Another commented, 'That's super easy for you to say when you're very wealthy and money isn't an issue for you personally.' Others highlighted the practical challenges, with one saying, 'Unfortunately my bills don't accept happiness as a payment.'
Defenders Speak Out
However, not everyone disagreed with Blunt. Some defended her advice, arguing that mental well-being should take priority. One supporter shared their personal experience, stating, 'My job was making me miserable and unwell… I quit and while I know it's not smart, I'm a better parent and friend without the stress of that job.' Another added, 'Your mental well being really matters.'
Anne Hathaway Addresses Size Inclusivity Rumors
Meanwhile, the upcoming sequel to The Devil Wears Prada has also sparked discussion. Rumors circulated that extras were 'fired' due to size inclusivity issues, but Anne Hathaway has set the record straight. During an appearance on Good Morning America, the 43-year-old actress insisted that no one lost their jobs.
'It was just this kind of quick thing that happened on set and now it's become a much bigger story,' Hathaway said. 'There's a little misinformation getting out there right now that people were fired because of the size inclusivity and that just didn't happen.' She added that the incident actually created more jobs, as different body types were needed for a specific scene featuring a Lady Gaga song.
Meryl Streep Weighs In
Meryl Streep also commented on the matter, revealing that she and Hathaway were 'struck' by the appearance of runway models on set, describing them as 'alarmingly thin.' Streep praised Hathaway for taking action, saying she 'made a beeline' to producers to ensure models would not be 'so skeletal.' Streep called Hathaway 'a stand-up girl' for her intervention.
The sequel, directed by David Frankel, is set for release on May 1 in the United States and United Kingdom. Streep also shared that filming was chaotic, with fans and paparazzi frequently disrupting scenes, requiring police barriers and crowd control.
