A surprising real-life connection between Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour has come to light just ahead of the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, adding an unexpected twist to their long-standing association. The two iconic figures one from Hollywood and the other from the fashion world have been revealed to be distant relatives.

Did you know Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour are related?

According to recent genealogical research, Streep and Wintour are sixth cousins, sharing common ancestors dating back several generations. The study traced their lineage to the same fifth-great-grandparents, Thomas Smith and Elizabeth Kinsey, who lived in Pennsylvania centuries ago. This discovery has fascinated fans, especially given the cultural link already connecting the two women through cinema.