Archive · 17 Jun 2025
First Look: Ryan Murphy's American Love Story on JFK Jr, Bessette
A new TV show called 'American Love Story' is being made about John F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.
The show will tell their love story, from when they fell in love to the sad way it ended.
The actors playing John and Carolyn are Paul Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon.
The show is being filmed in New York City right now.
It will come out in February 2026, around Valentine's Day.
Ryan Murphy's 'American Love Story' revealed first images of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.
Paul Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon are cast to play John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy respectively.
The series will depict the couple's romance, marriage, and tragic end in 1999.
Production started in New York City this week.
The show is scheduled to premiere during Valentine's Day week of 2026.
- Who
- The series features Paul Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr., Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, and Naomi Watts as Jackie Kennedy. It is created by Ryan Murphy.
- What
- FX is producing a series called 'American Love Story' focusing on John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's relationship.
- When
- Production began this week with a release planned for February 2026.
- Where
- Filming is taking place in New York City.
- Why
- The show aims to portray the romantic and tragic love story of the couple.
- Series Title
- American Love Story
- Subject
- John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy
- Main Actors
- Paul Kelly, Sarah Pidgeon
- Premiere Date
- February 2026
- Filming Location
- New York City
- Production Company
- FX