Harriet Dyer, an Australian actress, has publicly defended her husband, Patrick Brammall, after his character in The Devil Wears Prada 2 received significant backlash on social media. Brammall plays Peter, the romantic partner of Andy, portrayed by Anne Hathaway. Following the film's release, viewers began comparing him unfavorably to the disliked boyfriend character from the original movie. The criticism intensified when Cosmopolitan magazine published an article describing Peter's role as lacking depth, labeling him a 'pointless man.' Dyer responded to the article, stating that crucial scenes featuring her husband were cut from the final edit, which altered the audience's perception of his character. She expressed her frustration with the editing process, calling it 'brutal' and asserting that it stripped away the character's intended supportiveness and complexity. Dyer's comments highlight the challenges filmmakers face in character development, especially when trying to avoid past criticisms. The couple, who married in March 2021, have two daughters together, Joni and Mabel.