DALLAS - May 1, 2026 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - SPOILER ALERT: The American Heart Association sends fans of the iconic “Devil Wears Prada” movie franchise heartfelt condolences following the sudden death of fictional publishing house Elais Clark chairman Irv Ravitz. The dramatic scene is drawing attention for its emotional impact, but also for what it gets wrong about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - mistakes that, in real life, can cost lives.

In the sequel released today, a party guest attempts Hands‑Only CPR after Irv, played by actor Tibor Feldman, collapses, but no one calls 9‑1‑1 and the compressions shown are unrealistic and ineffective - details critics and fans have already flagged.

“The details of your incompetence do not interest me” … but could save a life

“In real life, there is no room for feeling powerless when someone’s heart stops,” said Stacey E. Rosen, M.D., FAHA, volunteer president of the American Heart Association and executive director of the Katz Institute for Women’s Health and senior vice president of women’s health at Northwell Health in New York City. “I can just hear Miranda Priestly saying, ‘Why was no one ready?’ Hands‑only CPR is simple, effective and something anyone can do. You don’t need medical training, perfection or permission - just the willingness to act immediately.”

According to the American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, every minute without high‑quality CPR reduces a person’s chance of survival. When films and television depict CPR inaccurately - or as an afterthought - it can normalize hesitation, confusion and failure in moments when precision saves lives. The Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers™ campaign seeks to educate as many as possible and encourage immediate action from anyone who witnesses an emergency.

There are two steps to save a life. In a cardiac emergency the best course of action is to:

1. Call 911 immediately.
2. Do Hands-only CPR: If a teen or adult collapses and is unresponsive, push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of a song with 100-120 beats per minute.

"RUNWAY" by Devil Wears Prada 2 cameo star Lady Gaga & Doechii (120 BPM)– is perfect for high-fashion lifesaving CPR technique.

Learning Hands-Only CPR is easy and can save lives. You can learn the process quickly, online from a simple video on the American Heart Association’s website or become by taking a CPR course at an American Heart Association associated training center. Visit www.heart.org/CPR to learn more.

“By all means, move at a glacial pace. You know how that thrills me.”

Every minute without CPR during sudden cardiac arrest dramatically reduces a person’s chance of survival. Having bystanders respond to the cardiac emergency with the correct rate and depth of compressions support the chain of survival until medically trained help arrives. When TV shows and movies misrepresent CPR, they reinforce dangerous myths – from stopping too soon to performing it incorrectly – that can make bystanders hesitate in real emergencies. A recent study found CPR is frequently misrepresented in scripted television, including who receives it and where cardiac arrests occur.

The Association was recently identified by the Annenberg Public Policy Center as the most trusted public health information source after an individual’s personal health care provider - more than 8 in 10 (82%) U.S. adults say they are confident in the American Heart Association to provide trustworthy information related to public health. The Association is also the largest non-government funder of cardiovascular- related scientific research in the world with more than $6 billion in funding distributed over the last 75 years.

As Miranda Priestly might say, “That’s all.”

Available for interviews:

• American Heart Association medical expert on sudden cardiac arrest and CPR
• Media and health experts on how entertainment shapes public behavior
• American Heart Association spokesperson on how pop culture moments can save real lives

Additional Resources, including downloadable video B roll of Hands Only CPR demonstrations, Bystander CPR infographic, CPR reenactment photo are available on the right column of this release link.

About the American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.

For Media Inquiries:

American Heart Association: Suzanne Grant: Suzanne.Grant@heart.org

For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)

heart.org and stroke.org

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