Jessica Lange's Epic AHS Return
Jessica Lange returns to American Horror Story to reprise four iconic previous roles.
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Lange said Constance Langdon is featured “pretty much throughout the whole thing” because Murphy considered the character his favorite of the four, while Lange identified Elsa Mars as the role she most enjoyed playing.
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Lange clarified that Sister Jude will appear later in the season as an institutionalized patient rather than wearing her nun’s habit.
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Lange joked that the musical performance may not be impressive, telling Robin Roberts, “I’m going to have to find a Grammy a different way,” and adding, “No, and neither will you when you see it,” when asked whether the number would be award-worthy.
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Lange said the season’s cast is composed largely of returning characters, even as the new season also introduces actors including John Waters, Madelaine Petsch, Paul Anthony Kelly and Joey Pollari.
Jessica Lange is returning for American Horror Story's 13th season in a major comeback, reprising four of her most iconic roles from the show's history. E! News reports that Lange will play Constance Langdon, Sister Jude Martin, Fiona Goode, and Elsa Mars — and she's hinted at a fifth, mystery character that viewers are challenged to identify. The season premieres September 24 on FX and streams on Hulu.
Lange Negotiated a Multi-Role Deal With Murphy
Lange agreed to return only after creator Ryan Murphy allowed her to play all four previous characters, not just one. E! News reveals that Murphy used a creative negotiation tactic to secure her comeback. Lange identified Elsa Mars as her favorite role to play, though Constance Langdon appears "pretty much throughout the whole thing" because Murphy called it his favorite of the four characters.
Sister Jude Returns as a Patient, Not a Nun
Lange clarified that when Sister Jude appears later in the season, she will be featured as an institutionalized patient rather than wearing her iconic nun's habit. This marks a significant departure from the character's previous appearances, suggesting a fresh take on the role within the new season's storyline.
A Musical Number With a Self-Deprecating Twist
Lange teased that one of her characters will perform a musical number, but she joked about its quality during an interview with Robin Roberts. When asked if the performance would be award-worthy, Lange quipped: "No, and neither will you when you see it." She added, "I'm going to have to find a Grammy a different way," poking fun at her own singing abilities.
New Cast Joins Returning Favorites
While the season leans heavily on returning characters, People notes that AHS: 13 introduces fresh faces including John Waters, Madelaine Petsch, Paul Anthony Kelly, and Joey Pollari. The show also features returning stars like Angela Bassett, Sarah Paulson, and Billie Lourd, though some fan favorites, including Taissa Farmiga, are absent from this season.
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