More Than Just Co-Stars: The Fascinating Family Bond Between Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt

When news broke that the iconic cast of The Devil Wears Prada was reuniting for a sequel two decades later, fans were thrilled. However, for Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt, the reunion on set was less like a professional homecoming and more like a cozy family gathering.

A Connection That Goes Beyond the Screen

While they first bonded as Nigel and Emily Charlton in the 2006 fashion blockbuster, their relationship evolved into something far more personal. In a twist that sounds like a Hollywood script, Stanley Tucci married Emily Blunt’s older sister, Felicity Blunt, a successful literary agent.

During a recent interview with TODAY, the actors couldn’t help but joke about their unique dynamic. When asked about the experience of reuniting after 20 years, Tucci laughed, noting that he sees Blunt all the time. Blunt playfully added, “I only see him in his slippers,” highlighting the casual, familial intimacy they share outside the glitz of the red carpet.

A Bittersweet Beginning

The story of how Stanley and Felicity first met is both touching and poignant. Tucci revealed that Felicity actually met his first wife, Kate, at the original premiere of The Devil Wears Prada. At the time, Kate had been diagnosed with breast cancer, and the two women shared a brief but meaningful conversation that night.

Years later, following the heartbreaking loss of Kate in 2009, fate brought Stanley and Felicity together again. Their paths crossed during Emily Blunt and John Krasinski’s wedding in Italy in 2010, sparking a romance that eventually led to marriage and the birth of two children, Matteo Oliver and Emilia Giovanna.

Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Love

The road to their relationship wasn’t without hesitation. In a candid conversation on the Desert Island Discs podcast, Tucci admitted he was initially afraid to pursue Felicity due to their 21-year age gap. He confessed that he didn’t want to “feel old for the rest of his life,” but the special connection he felt for Felicity outweighed his fears.

Fast Facts: The Tucci-Blunt Family Dynamic

• Co-stars to In-laws: Stanley Tucci is married to Emily Blunt’s sister, Felicity.
• A Long History: They have been connected since the 2006 movie premiere.
• Family Ties: Stanley has children from both his first marriage and his marriage to Felicity.
• On-Set Chemistry: Their real-life bond adds a new layer of authenticity to their roles in the upcoming sequel.

Looking Forward to ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’

For Emily Blunt, returning to the set has been a “surreal” experience. She reflected on how much has changed in 20 years—from building careers to starting families—while noting that the sensory memories of the first film remain vivid.

As the world awaits the return of the formidable Miranda Priestly and her staff, it’s clear that the chemistry between the cast is stronger than ever—not just because of their talent, but because they are truly family.