Anne Hathaway, one of Hollywood’s brightest stars, recently revealed her admiration for another showbiz icon, Angelina Jolie. In an interview, Hathaway confessed she was Jolie’s “biggest fan” during the time she landed her breakthrough role in the 2001 family comedy The Princess Diaries.
The 42-year-old actress shared a nostalgic memory of making her first major purchase after receiving her paycheck from the film, which was heavily influenced by her admiration for Jolie’s fashion sense.
“When I got The Princess Diaries, I bought myself a pair of leather pants from Diesel,” Hathaway told Women’s Wear Daily. “I remember getting taken by the costume designer to the 3rd Street Promenade.”
Hathaway explained that she had been eyeing the leather pants for a long time, inspired by Jolie’s iconic style. “I scouted this pair of leather pants for the longest time, because I was the world’s biggest Angelina Jolie fan, and she always wore leather pants,” she recalled.
The Intern actress added, “And when I got The Princess Diaries, I was like, this is my first movie, I’m getting leather pants.” Hathaway’s decision to channel her inner Jolie through a bold fashion choice marked a memorable milestone in her early career.
The Maleficent star’s influence on Hathaway underscores how Hollywood icons often inspire one another, especially in their formative years. While Hathaway credits Jolie’s style for inspiring her first big purchase, Hathaway herself has become a global fashion icon.
Known for her elegant and trendsetting looks, she’s frequently celebrated for her impeccable sense of style on and off the red carpet.
From her early days as Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries to her critically acclaimed performances in films like The Devil Wears Prada and Les Misérables, Hathaway has carved out her own place as a style and acting powerhouse.
Hathaway’s candid reflection not only offers a glimpse into her early career but also highlights how even the biggest stars draw inspiration from their idols, making her story relatable to fans who see their own heroes in her.