Celebrity hairstylist Emanuel Miller has recently made headlines by sharing his negative experiences working with A-list stars Anne Hathaway and Blake Lively. Miller, who has spent his career styling the hair of Hollywood’s elite, revealed these details during an appearance on the podcast What It Was Like with host Julian Morgans. A teaser clip from the episode, posted on the podcast’s TikTok page, has already garnered over 1.7 million views, sparking widespread discussion online. In the clip, Miller describes his time working with Anne Hathaway as “one of the worst experiences” of his career, even more challenging than his encounters with Blake Lively, who he characterized as “dismissive.”
Miller claimed that Hathaway, best known for her roles in The Princess Diaries and Les Misérables, treated him as if he were a “servant” during the four and a half months they worked together. He specifically noted that there was a lack of any personal connection or conversation from Hathaway, pointing out that she never inquired about his life or family. The stylist expressed disappointment at the absence of even basic interpersonal communication, which he found dehumanizing. According to Miller, this cold and impersonal behavior made the experience exceptionally difficult.
The comment about Anne Hathaway
His comments about Hathaway, Miller reflected on his initial apprehensions when meeting Blake Lively, fearing a similar experience to the one he had with Hathaway. He recounted that Lively, known for her roles in Gossip Girl and The Shallows, came across as “dismissive” from the beginning, a trait that mirrored his past interactions with Hathaway. Despite this, Miller noted that he was less surprised by Lively’s behavior, especially in light of the ongoing controversies surrounding her.
Blake Lively has been at the center of recent criticism, particularly related to her conduct while promoting the film It Ends With Us. Allegations have surfaced of a rumored rift between Lively and her co-star, Justin Baldoni, following the actors’ separate participation in the film’s promotional events. According to reports, the tension began on set when Baldoni allegedly sought advice from his personal trainer on how to protect his back while lifting Lively during a scene. Lively reportedly interpreted this as “fat-shaming,” which further fueled the conflict between the two actors. In the aftermath, Lively has been accused of “bullying” Baldoni, leading to heightened scrutiny of her behavior.
In addition to these recent controversies, Lively has faced backlash for previous “mean girl” comments in resurfaced interviews, reinforcing a negative public perception. While Miller’s opinions on Lively were not entirely unexpected given these issues, his criticism of Anne Hathaway took many by surprise. Social media users responded with a mixture of shock and support, with some expressing disappointment in Hathaway, while others defended her aversion to small talk, which Miller had also mentioned as a point of contention.
Interestingly, Miller also spoke positively about other celebrities he has worked with, including Cate Blanchett, Tom Hanks, and Johnny Depp, describing them as kind and respectful. This contrast in behavior among Hollywood stars, as detailed by Miller, has sparked a broader conversation about celebrity culture, the treatment of staff, and the expectations placed on public figures to maintain professionalism and personal decency in their interactions.
