Adrian Grenier Vindicates His ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Role in Starbucks Ad
Adrian Grenier appears in a new Starbucks Energy Refreshers commercial. He seems to vindicate his Devil Wears Prada role while keeping the tone light.
In the spot, Grenier acknowledges recent headlines about the sequel. A camera pans out to show him talking to a Starbucks barista.
He raises a toast “to Nate,” referencing his character from the 2006 film. He describes Nate as imperfect, but loving, and jokes about the sandwiches he made.
The commercial closes on a cheeky note. Grenier adds, “If they call, I’m free.”
Background on the character
Grenier played Nate, the chef boyfriend of Andy Sachs in the 2006 movie. The couple split during the film, though they appear reconciled by the end.
Sequel details and returning cast
The Devil Wears Prada follow-up is scheduled for release on May 1, 2026. Most of the original cast and director David Frankel are returning.
- Anne Hathaway
- Meryl Streep
- Emily Blunt
- Stanley Tucci
Grenier’s public response
It was revealed in July 2025 that Grenier would not appear in the sequel. He told Filmogaz.com in March that he was disappointed but understood some backlash surrounding Nate might explain it.
He also suggested the omission leaves room for a Nate-focused spinoff. The Starbucks ad underscores his willingness to move forward while staying open to future opportunities.
