Rory McIlroy lands surprise new role alongside wife Erica Stoll

TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Speaking at the film's European premiere in London, director David Frankel couldn't hide his enthusiasm about landing the four-time major champion for a cameo.Well, the one I was most excited for will surprise isn't even in the world of fashion. I mean I loved having Rory McIlroy, Frankel said.He was a great sport. A very good actor.It turns out the filmmaker had been keen to get McIlroy involved ever since hearing an interview the golfer gave last year.The connection between one of sport's biggest names and the beloved fashion film might seem unlikely, but there's actually a rather amusing story behind how it all came together.Frankel revealed that the idea struck him after McIlroy discussed his pre-tournament routine ahead of his 2025 Players Championship victory.Recognise any names in The Devil Wears Prada 2 end credits.... pic.twitter.com/5S1GRsWQCh— Jamie Kennedy (@jamierkennedy) May 2, 2026 LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Ryan Reynolds issues statement that speaks volumes after Wrexham miss out on Premier League promotionSnooker fan thrown out of World Championship match after protest over 'Epstein Files'Miami Grand Prix start time changed as chaotic F1 season takes another twistYou know it was triggered because last year, right before he won the Players Championship, the press asked him what he did to relax the night before he won the tournament, and he said he watched 'The Devil Wears Prada,' Frankel explained.I knew we had a fan.McIlroy had spoken about his evening ritual after securing the title in a Monday playoff against J.J. Spaun at TPC Sawgrass.He said at the time: Yeah, I would say I was a little disappointed last night, but I also was mindful that I couldn't feel that way, that I needed to reset.Once I got back to the hotel, I just tried to sort of forget about it and had some room service, watched a little bit of Devil Wears Prada and went to bed. That was basically it.The McIlroys appear for roughly 10 to 15 seconds during a glamorous Met Gala-style party sequence in the middle of the film.It's quite something to see one of golf's biggest stars rubbing shoulders with fashion royalty on the big screen.What makes their inclusion even more special is that not everyone who filmed scenes made the final cut.Reports suggest that even Sydney Sweeney's appearance ended up on the cutting room floor, making Rory and Erica's brief moment all the more remarkable.The sequel has enjoyed largely positive reviews so far, with Rotten Tomatoes scoring it at 77 per cent. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter