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Anne Hathaway reacts to Julie Andrews’ absence from Princess Diaries 3 , reveals what she’ll miss most

Anne Hathaway reflects on Julie Andrews' decision to skip The Princess Diaries 3, sparking fan reactions.

By · Published August 18, 2026 at 04:42 UTC · Updated August 18, 2026 at 04:42 UTC

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Anne Hathaway has publicly addressed Julie Andrews' decision not to return for The Princess Diaries 3. Hathaway, who stars in the sequel, revealed what she will miss most about working with Andrews. The news comes after Andrews confirmed her absence, leading to reactions from fans who expressed disappointment.

Hathaway's comments followed Andrews' candid reason for not participating in the sequel. Yahoo and AOL reported that fans were devastated by the news, with some outlets noting retirement claims. IMDb focused on the impact of Andrews' absence on the sequel's cast.

There is no contradiction between outlets. The current state is that Andrews will not return for the sequel, and Hathaway has shared her thoughts on the matter.

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Why is Anne Hathaway in the news?

Anne Hathaway is in the news because she has reacted to Julie Andrews' decision not to return for The Princess Diaries 3.

What did Julie Andrews say about The Princess Diaries 3?

Julie Andrews confirmed she will not be starring in The Princess Diaries 3. She gave a candid reason for her decision, which has led to fan reactions.

How have fans reacted to Julie Andrews' absence?

Fans have expressed disappointment and devastation over Julie Andrews' decision not to return for The Princess Diaries 3.

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