NEWSEmily Blunt Shares Memorable Wedding Moment With Meryl Streep: 'It Was Amazing'
Emily Blunt shared the hilarious story of Meryl Streep dancing to 'Mamma Mia' at her wedding.
Aug. 7 2026, Published 8:08 a.m. ET
Emily Blunt recently shared a delightful memory from her wedding to John Krasinski, highlighting a humorous encounter with Meryl Streep.
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Blunt recounted the entertaining moment when Streep danced to the popular ABBA song “Mamma Mia.”
Emily Blunt recalled that Meryl Streep joined guests in dancing to ABBA's 'Mamma Mia' during her 2010 wedding to John Krasinski in Lake Como, Italy.
The wedding took place in 2010 on the scenic shores of Lake Como, Italy, where Blunt and Krasinski exchanged vows. Streep, who starred in the original Mamma Mia! film, was persuaded to join the celebration by both mothers, Blunt’s mother, Joanna, and Krasinski’s mother, Mary Clare.
Blunt explained the exciting atmosphere, saying, “[The DJ] would sing the songs in half-Italian, half-English … he started playing 'Mamma Mia,' and my mom and John’s mom started dancing ominously towards Meryl.”
The unexpected request proved to be a memorable moment of fun and laughter.
Meryl Streep later joked that she wanted to throw herself into the lake after being persuaded to dance.
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After the dance, Blunt inquired about Streep’s feelings during the experience. Streep replied, “I wanted to hurl myself into the lake.”
Despite her initial reaction, Streep joined in, leading to a remarkable memory Blunt cherished: “We have pictures of them all dancing together. It was amazing.”
Emily Blunt and Meryl Streep first worked together on 'The Devil Wears Prada.'
Streep, 77, has had a remarkable career spanning over forty years, continuously captivating audiences. Fans of Mamma Mia! remain hopeful for a third film, and Streep has expressed her willingness to participate.
“If there’s an idea that excites me, I’m totally there,” she stated.
Streep humorously suggested potential plot twists involving her character, Donna, which could keep fans entertained.
Meryl Streep said she would gladly return for a third 'Mamma Mia!' film if the story and creative idea were compelling enough.
Blunt and Streep first collaborated on The Devil Wears Prada, released in 2006, and their bond remains strong. Blunt admitted to feeling intimidated by Streep’s character, Miranda Priestly, during filming.
“I mean, on the first one, I was quite scared because I feel like you were in a zone,” she confessed.
