Premiere Announced for ‘John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette’
FX and Hulu are set to premiere a new limited series titled Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, starting February 12 at 9 PM ET. The series will also be available internationally on Disney+. This show marks the first installment of Ryan Murphy’s Love Story anthology and consists of nine episodes. New episodes will be released weekly on Thursdays.
Overview of the Series
Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book, Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. This historical drama chronicles the romantic journey of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, portraying their lives against the backdrop of intense public scrutiny.
Main Characters and Cast
The series stars:
- Paul Anthony Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr.
- Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette
- Grace Gummer as Caroline Kennedy
- Naomi Watts as Jackie Kennedy Onassis
- Alessandro Nivola as Calvin Klein
- Leila George as Kelly Klein
- Sydney Lemmon as Lauren Bessette
- Constance Zimmer as Ann Marie Messina
Background and Production
John F. Kennedy Jr. became a media sensation, often described as American royalty. His partner, Carolyn Bessette, also made a name for herself, climbing from a sales assistant to a key executive at Calvin Klein. Their immediate and electric connection was shadowed by the relentless media attention that surrounded them.
This love story explores the complexities and heartbreak of a relationship that garnered national obsession. The show is created by Connor Hines and produced by 20th Television. It boasts an extensive executive production team, including Ryan Murphy and Nina Jacobson.
The pilot episode is directed by Max Winkler and is part of a larger narrative that promises to engage audiences who follow the real-life saga of one of America’s most talked-about couples.
