Meryl Streep's iconic portrayal of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada is famously believed to be inspired by Vogue's editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour. But it turns out, there are more than just a few similarities between the two. Just in time for the upcoming premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2 on May 1 and the Met Gala on May 4, Ancestry has uncovered a stunning family connection: the Academy Award-winning actress and iconic fashion editor are actually related.

Leveraging our 70 billion records and public family trees, Ancestry discovered that Streep and Wintour share a bloodline. The two cultural icons are sixth cousins, linked by their shared fifth great-grandparents, Thomas Smith and Elizabeth Kinsey.

But that’s not all—the story has another astonishing coincidence. Thomas Smith and Elizabeth Kinsey lived in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, which is just 20 miles from Allentown. Allentown happens to be the hometown of Lauren Weisberger, the author of The Devil Wears Prada and a former assistant to Wintour.

Regarding the classic film, Wintour herself previously stated, “It’s for the audience and for the people I work with to decide if there are any similarities between me and Miranda Priestly.\" While fans have long debated their similarities on screen, they now have proof of their shared lineage.

Every family has a unique journey and surprising connections waiting to be found. Anyone can discover whether they have notable ancestors in their family by building their family tree on Ancestry.com.

FAQ

How exactly are Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour related?
Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour are sixth cousins.
Who are their shared ancestors?
They share fifth great-grandparents named Thomas Smith and Elizabeth Kinsey, who resided in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
How can I find notable ancestors in my family?
You can discover if you have any notable ancestors in your own family by building your family tree for free at Ancestry.com.

Ancestry Discovers Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour Are Related