Ryan Murphy gets in bizarre online spat with JFK Jr’s nephew as he reveals first look at American Love Story
Ryan Murphy provided an initial sneak peek at his forthcoming television series titled American Love Story, focusing on the widely known romance between John F. Kennedy Junior and Carolyn Bessette.
On Friday, the producer behind the latest series “All’s Fair,” now featuring Kim Kardashian, posted pictures and even a test footage involving key cast members, to the Instagram account of Ryan Murphy Productions.
In this upcoming series, airing on FX and available for streaming on Hulu starting February 2026, Paul Kelly will portray JFK Jr., while Sarah Pidgeon will assume the role of Bessette.
The American author wrote, ‘Dear Ryan, I hold high regard for John. It might be worthwhile to think about donating the earnings to the Kennedy Library instead.’
In a straightforward and conversational manner, Murphy leaped into the comments section to present his reaction to Schlossberg. His response was a clear affirmation, saying, “@jackuno, I definitely will.
Ryan posted a series of pictures showing Kelly, Pidgeon, and others dressed up as John F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife Carolyn Bessette.
In a generously sized studio, the duo of stars conducted a trial run for the cameras, marking the beginning of actual production this very week.
Initially, take a peek! Below are some frames captured during our Love Story film trial, as penned by the TV author in the post’s caption.
We began filming this week in New York City and are eagerly looking forward to revealing the heartwarming and poignant love tale between America’s beloved figure, John F. Kennedy Jr., and iconic fashion maven Carolyn Bessette – set for release during Valentine’s Day week of 2026.
He mentioned, “It’s my pleasure to present Sarah Pidgeon, portraying Carolyn, and Paul Kelly, portraying John F. Kennedy Jr., to you! Out of over a thousand hopefuls, we believe we’ve made the ideal selections for these roles. Kudos to both Sarah and Paul!
In a nod to her role in The Wilds on Amazon Prime Video, Sarah can often be spotted donning a sleek black turtleneck, paired with matching black pants, and completing the look with a warm, earthy-toned coat.
Instead of wearing open-toed shoes, she opted for sleek, black closed-heeled ones. Her long, blonde hair cascaded down, falling well beyond her shoulders.
Bessette, famed for her timeless, understated elegance, previously served as a fashion publicist for the iconic brand, Calvin Klein.
Paul donned a two-part, charcoal-colored business suit that was complemented by a crisp white long-sleeved shirt and an eye-catching red-patterned necktie.
In a single snapshot, he was seen wearing sunglasses and posing for an outdoor photograph, all while dressed in a distinct suit.
In a fashion reminiscent of the late John F. Kennedy Jr., Kelly donned a set of jeans, green top, and black waistcoat, echoing an earlier style choice he made as an attorney.
In another post on Friday, there was a video showing the two stars appearing close and comfortable, as if posing for the camera.
Additional famous personalities who will appear in the upcoming production are Naomi Watts portraying Jacqueline Kennedy, Grace Gummer playing Caroline Kennedy, Alessandro Nivola taking on the role of Calvin Klein, Leila George as Kelly Klein, Sydney Lemmon as Lauren Bessette, and Noah Fearnley as Michael Bergin.
Users on social media expressed their opinions about the debut glimpse of the upcoming series, with one person writing, ‘Excellent choice for casting. It was instantly recognizable as him.’
One person typed, ‘I recognized them immediately without even needing the caption,’ and another fan commented, ‘Excellent choice of actors. Great job. Can’t wait to see how it unfolds.’
An Instagram user commented that ‘Man, Junior’s casting was spot-on perfect,’ and other celebrities echoed their thoughts with their own positive feedback.
Fashion designer Marc Jacobs commented, ‘Can’t wait,’ while Office alum Mindy Kaling wrote, ‘Wow.’
Meanwhile, as Murphy interacted with Schlossberg, the producer additionally addressed a query from a different fan concerning the upcoming 13th season of American Horror Story.
They inquired if they would receive AHS13 this year or possibly in 2025, to which Ryan replied, “Sarah Paulson and I have a fun project in the works!
The forthcoming series is expected to portray that an initially idyllic relationship between a renowned young couple, often referred to as America’s royalty, begins to unravel under the intense scrutiny and self-absorption of the tabloid press. (Deadline)
‘The stresses from their professional lives and reported family conflicts sadly culminated in a heartbreaking incident, as their private plane plunged into the ocean during a foggy summer evening near the coast of Massachusetts.’
In 1992, John F. Kennedy Junior, son of the former 35th President John F. Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy, encountered Carolyn for the first time. At that point, he was involved with actress Daryl Hannah.
Approximately two years after, Bessette and Kennedy started a relationship that garnered significant media attention. Frequently, they were spotted enjoying time in New York City or gracing various events together.
In 1995, Carolyn and John got engaged privately, and they exchanged vows in a beautiful, romantic ceremony held in September 1996.
I had the privilege of exchanging vows in a cozy, candlelit chapel on Cumberland Island, Georgia. Surrounding me were my cherished loved ones – friends and family who shared this special moment with me.
A young Jack Schlossberg had notably been the ring bearer during the wedding.
As I stood there, beaming with delight, donning a breathtaking silk gown by none other than the legendary Narciso Rodriguez, I exchanged vows and became a bride. The buzz from the media surrounding our union only intensified after the “I do’s,” captivating us even more.
On July 16, 1999, Carolyn, John Jr., and his sister Lauren sadly lost their lives when their plane unfortunately crashed near the coast of Martha’s Vineyard.
Later on, it was determined that the unfortunate event occurred because Kennedy lost command over the vessel. Five days following the crash, the recovery teams found all three bodies at the ocean floor in the Atlantic.
Prior to her relationship with Kennedy, Carolyn had dated Calvin Klein model Michael Bergin.
Last year, executive producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson shared with Variety that the tale of Bessette and Kennedy is particularly relevant at this moment. They found it to be truly captivating.
Many young women find [Carolyn] an inspiring symbol representing a captivating era, and it’s hoped that this representation can be effectively portrayed on the screen.
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2025-06-14 06:04