They are playing Carolyn Bessette and John F. Kennedy Jr. in FX’s and Hulu’s “Love Story.” Meet Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly, the stars of the Ryan Murphy limited series.
Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly (2026)
SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales talks to Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly, stars of the series ‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette,’ about their journeys into acting, their experiences on the “Love Story” set, and their insights into portraying real-life figures.
PLEASE NOTE: This online version of the interview is different than how it appeared on the TV episode and does not include any promotional clips or trailer.
Mini-Biographies:
Born on July 7, 1996, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Sarah Pidgeon plays Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in the FX series, “Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette.” After graduating from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, she made her television debut with guest appearances in the series “One Dollar” (2018) and as Jane Cartwright/Jane Doe in “Gotham” (2019). She achieved widespread recognition as Leah Rilke in the Prime Video series “The Wilds” (2020–2022), followed by a critically acclaimed performance as the younger version of Kathryn Hahn’s character in the Hulu miniseries “Tiny Beautiful Things” (2023). Her film career includes roles in the 2024 thriller “Lazareth,” the drama “The Friend,” and the 2025 slasher remake “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” On stage, Pidgeon made a celebrated Broadway debut in the 2024 play Stereophonic, earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play.
Born in 1988 in Port McNicoll, Ontario, Canada, Paul Anthony Kelly is a Canadian actor who rose to fame after a decade-long journey in the industry. He began his career as a fashion model, working in Toronto and New York for brands such as Bonobos, Brooks Brothers, and Rhone. After transitioning to acting and moving to Southern California, he performed in local theater with The Group Rep in productions like “You Can’t Take It With You” and “Can’t Live Without ’Em” while pursuing screen roles. His major breakthrough came in 2026 when, after an extensive search involving auditions for hundreds of actors, producer Ryan Murphy selected Kelly for the highly coveted role of John F. Kennedy Jr. in the FX limited series “Love Story.”
Official Synopsis for “Love Story”
A match made in New York City. Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is a limited series that explores the undeniable chemistry, whirlwind courtship, and high-profile marriage of one of the most iconic couples of the 20th century. John F. Kennedy Jr. (Paul Anthony Kelly) was the closest thing to American royalty, while Carolyn Bessette (Sarah Pidgeon) was a fiercely independent star in her own right, rising from a sales assistant to an executive at Calvin Klein. As their connection unfolded on a national stage, the intense fame and media attention that followed threatened to rip them apart. The series charts the complex and heartbreaking journey of a couple whose private love became a national obsession.”
Official Site (FX): Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette
Interview Credits:
- Recorded: February 12, 2026
- Host / Producer: Lori Rosales
- Editor: Richard R. Lee
- Special Thanks To: FX Networks, Hulu, 20th Television