Things Everyone Ignores In The Devil Wears Prada
Ethan Hayes
Published Mar 30, 2026
What would you do if your partner suddenly landed a high-power job that would open all kinds of doors for them, even if it meant they were working constantly? One would think you'd be supportive, willing to make some sacrifices in order to help them develop professionally. Sure, it would suck if they missed your birthday, but you could swallow the loss just once.
Unfortunately, Andy's boyfriend Nate did nothing but complain to Andy about her job, imploring her to quit and griping whenever she had to work late. He also spent all of The Devil Wears Prada telling Andy that she's changed so much he doesn't recognize her. Dude, can you just let her have this? For one year?
Interestingly enough, screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna has defended Nate, and she doesn't understand why everyone hates him. "She's being a hypocrite, and he's right at the end," she explained in an interview with Teen Vogue. "She goes to apologize to him because he was right. She was selling herself out and going down the wrong path." Fair enough, but he did mope like a child on his birthday...