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New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Ryan Murphy's JFK Jr., Carolyn Bessette first look slammed by critics
Ryan Murphy has his work cut out for him. The 'American Horror Story' creator, 59, took to Instagram over the weekend to share a first look at the actors portraying John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in his upcoming 'American Love Story' anthology series. 'Here are some stills from our LOVE STORY camera test,' Murphy wrote on Saturday, June 14. 'We started shooting this week in New York City and can't wait until you see the romantic and tragic love story between America's prince, JFK Jr., and fashion icon Carolyn Bessette.' Advertisement 10 Ryan Murphy took to Instagram to share a first look at the actors portraying John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in his upcoming 'American Love Story' series. Instagram/@ryanmurphyproductions 10 But not everybody was impressed by the first look at Murphy's 'American Love Story.' Getty Images He then introduced fans to Paul Kelly (JFK Jr.) and Sarah Pidgeon (CBK). Advertisement 'I am thrilled to introduce you to Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn and Paul Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr,' Murphy continued. 'Over a thousand actors auditioned for each of these roles, and we absolutely found the perfect choices.' However, not everybody was impressed by the first look at 'American Love Story,' and some fans slammed the 'Glee' producer for his surprising casting and costume design choices. 10 Paul Kelly has been cast as JFK Jr. and Sarah Pidgeon will portray CBK. Instagram/@ryanmurphyproductions 10 'There was nobody else who could play Carolyn?!' one disappointed person wrote. Getty Images Advertisement 'There was nobody else who could play Carolyn?!' one disappointed commenter wrote alongside the eight stills of Kelly as JFK Jr. and Pidgeon as CBK. 'She would never wear this,' another responded after seeing Pideon dressed in a leather overcoat, a black sweater, trousers and pointed-toe heels. 'Her blonde hair is all wrong,' wrote a third fan. 'She was famous for the varying blonde tones, the highlights and lowlights. It should be warmer. Not platinum. Please try again.' 10 Paul Kelly as JFK Jr. in 'American Love Story.' Instagram/@ryanmurphyproductions Advertisement 10 'JFK Jr was gorgeous, this guy is average,' a critic wrote. Getty Images Other fans were equally disappointed to see how Murphy had Kelly portray JFK Jr. in the first look at 'American Love Story.' 'Her yes, him no,' one critic wrote. 'JFK Jr was gorgeous, this guy is average.' 'Usually the actors are better looking than the real people,' another JFK Jr. and CBK fan tweeted. 'The opposite is true here. Both are not good looking enough as the real people. How sad!' 'I think maybe Ryan Murphy should be stopped,' added a third, while a fourth commented, 'Ryan needs to take a break, seriously.' 10 Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in 'American Love Story.' Instagram/@ryanmurphyproductions 10 Other fans praised Kelly as JFK Jr. and Pidgeon as CBK. Getty Images However, some fans praised Kelly as the political prince and Pidgeon as the '90s fashion icon. Advertisement 'Casting looks great,' someone wrote on Murphy's post. 'In terms of look-alikes, Elizabeth Debicki would've also been a great choice.' 'Wow, I knew who they were before even reading the caption,' added another impressed viewer. While 'American Love Story' was first announced in 2021, it wasn't until September 2024 that Murphy revealed the first installment would chronicle JFK Jr. and CBK's whirlwind romance. 10 Paul Kelly as JFK Jr. in 'American Love Story.' Instagram/@ryanmurphyproductions Advertisement 10 'American Love Story' will chronicle the rise and tragic fall of JFK Jr. and CBK's whirlwind romance. Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images JFK Jr., who was the only son of President John F. Kennedy and former First Lady Jackie Kennedy, first met Bessette in 1992. Bessette was working for Calvin Klein at the time and was tasked with giving the political scion a tour and fitting. The pair married in September 1996. Advertisement Three years later, JFK Jr. and CBK both died when their private plane crashed off the coast of Massachusetts during a flight from New Jersey to Martha's Vineyard in July 1999. Besides Kelly and Pidgeon, 'American Love Story' will also star Naomi Watts (Jackie Kennedy), Grace Gummer (Caroline Kennedy), Sydney Lemmon (Lauren Bessette) and Alessandro Nivola (Calvin Klein).
USA Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Ryan Murphy's 'American Love Story' finds its JFK Jr., Carolyn Bessette: See photos
Ryan Murphy's 'American Love Story' finds its JFK Jr., Carolyn Bessette: See photos Show Caption Hide Caption Erik Menendez slams Ryan Murphy show for 'caricature' of his brother 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' has drawn ire from one of its subjects. Ryan Murphy's "American Love Story" will follow one of the country's most famous — and tragic — romances: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. In Instagram photographs posted by Murphy's production company June 13, actors Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Kelly are pictured in full glam and costume as the son of 35th American president John F. Kennedy and the fashion publicist, who married in 1996 and both died in a plane crash in 1999. Their romance will be the subject the Hollywood heavyweight's latest buzzy anthology series for FX. Murphy's production company captioned the photo carousel, "FIRST LOOK! 📸 Here are some stills from our LOVE STORY camera test. We started shooting this week in New York City and can't wait until you see the romantic and tragic love story between America's prince, JFK Jr., and fashion icon Carolyn Bessette—out Valentine's Day week of 2026." The caption continued: "I am thrilled to introduce you to Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn and Paul Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr. Over a thousand actors auditioned for each of these roles, and we absolutely found the perfect choices." Two-time Oscar nominee Naomi Watts − who worked with Pidgeon before in 2024 film "The Friend" film − is set to play Jacqueline "Jackie" Kennedy Onassis in the series. Murphy also congratulated Pidgeon and Kelly on their roles in the post, which received a more tepid response from JFK Jr.'s nephew Jack Schlossberg, the son of Caroline Kennedy. In his comment, Schlossberg wrote "HEY RYAN — admiration for John is great but maybe consider DONATING PROFITS TO THE KENNEDY LIBRARY thanks" in reference to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. Murphy replied, "I absolutely will." Other commenters were unimpressed, specifically with Bessette's portrayal: "Why is her hair platinum though? Lol." Another Instagram user said that Bessette "would never wear this" in response to the brown trench coat Pidgeon sported in the photos. A fan account @allforcarolyn which posts archival content of Bessette commented "take out the earrings" that Pidgeon wore. Actor and producer Mindy Kaling, seemingly impressed by the casting, simply commented "Wow." The first "Love Story" installment will follow in the footsteps of Murphy's other FX anthologies "American Crime Story," "American Sports Story" and "American Horror Story." The end of the Kennedys' love story shocked the world when they died in a plane crash alongside Bessette-Kennedy's sister, Lauren Bessette. The former first son was piloting the aircraft when it crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Martha's Vineyard in 1999. The couple became tabloid fodder when the publisher and Calvin Klein publicist met at his fitting for the brand in 1992. In recent years, Bessette's fashion has found a new following — particularly on TikTok — as a new generation fawns over her simple but chic wardrobe.
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
American Love Story: First look at Paul Kelly, Sarah Pidgeon as JFK Jr-Carolyn Bessette in Ryan Murphy's 2026 FX series
Ryan Murphy has unveiled the first images from his upcoming FX series 'American Love Story', offering a look at actors Paul Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon as John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. Posted by the Ryan Murphy Productions Instagram account, the photos show the two stars in full costume, capturing the iconic couple's style and presence. The drama will trace the pair's high-profile romance, marriage, and tragic death in 1999, aiming to tell their story with emotional depth. The pictures were shared on Instagram with the caption, 'FIRST LOOK! Here are some stills from our LOVE STORY camera test. We started shooting this week in New York City and can't wait until you see the romantic and tragic love story between America's prince, JFK Jr., and fashion icon Carolyn Bessette—out Valentine's Day week of 2026 (sic).' 'I am thrilled to introduce you to Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn and Paul Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr. Over a thousand actors auditioned for each of these roles, and we absolutely found the perfect choices. Congratulations Sarah and Paul! (sic),' concluded the caption. Production began this week in New York City, and the show is scheduled to premiere in February 2026, aligning with Valentine's Day week. Naomi Watts is set to play Jackie Kennedy, bringing further star power to the series. Murphy, who has an overall deal with Disney, continues to expand his roster at FX. His past successes include Feud, American Crime Story, American Horror Story, and American Sports Story. He is also working on a body horror series titled The Beauty. American Love Story is executive produced by Murphy, Brad Simpson, Nina Jacobson, D.V. DiVencentis, and Connor Hines. The project aims to explore both the public and private sides of one of America's most talked-about couples, promising a mix of glamour, love, and heartbreak.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
American Love Story unveils first look of Paul Kelly, Sarah Pidgeon as America's most glamorous couple
Ryan Murphy has surprised fans with the first look of Paul Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon as John F Kennedy Jr and Carolyn Bessette from upcoming FX series American Love Story. The images from the screen tests were shared on Ryan Murphy Productions' Instagram on Friday. It was also revealed that American Love Story will have its premiere in February 2026. In the multiple photographs, Paul Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon can be seen in full costume and makeup to portray JFK Jr. and Bessette. The camera test images showcase some of the couple's iconic moments. This includes JFK Jr.'s three-piece suit and the casual open vest-pageboy cap combo, as well as Bessette's sleek leather looks. In the post, Murphy shared that production began this week in New York City and they are planning its premiere during the week of Valentine's Day next year. "Here are some stills from our LOVE STORY camera test. We started shooting this week in New York City and can't wait until you see the romantic and tragic love story between America's prince, JFK Jr., and fashion icon Carolyn Bessette—out Valentine's Day week of 2026," read the caption. Murphy said he was "thrilled" to introduce Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn and Paul Kelly as JFK Jr. This comes after more than a thousand actors auditioned for the two roles, he stated, while calling them as the "perfect choices." A post shared by Ryan Murphy Productions (@ryanmurphyproductions) The upcoming series is based on the infamous romance of JFK Jr., son of former US President John F. Kennedy, and Bessette, a fashion publicist. They first met in 1992 when she used to work for Calvin Klein and got to work with Kennedy. They tied the knot in September 1996 at a private ceremony, following two years of courtship. On July 16, 1999, the couple died in a plane crash when JFK Jr. was flying Bessette and her sister Lauren from New Jersey to Martha's Vineyard. American Love Story will also feature Naomi Watts as Jackie Kennedy, Grace Gummer as Caroline Kennedy, among others. American Love Story is an upcoming series for FX. Paul Kelly will be seen as JFK Jr. Sarah Pidgeon will play the role of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. Keywords: American Love Story, American Love Story first look, American Love Story release date, American Love Story premiere date, Ryan Murphy, Paul Kelly, Sarah Pidgeon, John F. Kennedy Jr, Carolyn Bessette
