Although we are still months away from the premiere of Season 13 of American Horror Story, it is already shaping up to be an all-star season in terms of fan-favorite stars reprising their iconic roles. With names like Kathy Bates, Jessica Lange, Angela Bassett, and Evan Peters confirmed to return to the show, it is hard for fans not to get excited about the possibilities of what is to come.
FX has remained tight-lipped regarding the season's underlying concept, straying from the show's typical subtitle approach that characterized earlier seasons. Creator Ryan Murphy has teased on social media that the upcoming installment will weave together storylines and characters across different AHS universes.
Confirmed and Rumored Returns
Here is a look at who is confirmed for the cast of the ever-secretive Season 13, as well as which characters they are either confirmed or rumored to be playing.
Kathy Bates
Fans suspect that Kathy Bates could return as Madame Delphine LaLaurie, the character she first played in the American Horror Story franchise during Season 3 (Coven). Other notable characters she has portrayed include Ethel Darling, Iris, and The Butcher.
Jessica Lange
The original first lady of AHS, Jessica Lange, is confirmed to return. After Murphy posted an Instagram photo of Lange in what appears to be the Murder House, it is highly likely that she could be reprising her role as Constance Langdon.
Emma Roberts
Emma Roberts is confirmed to return as Hollywood starlet Madison Montgomery from Coven, who was last seen working in retail hell as punishment for her sins.
Angela Bassett
Coven fans have reason to celebrate, as Angela Bassett is confirmed to reprise her debut AHS role of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. We last saw her in an undead state serving Papa Legba for all eternity.
Evan Peters
Evan Peters is rumored to return in multiple roles, potentially including the sinister serial killer James Patrick March from Hotel and the cult leader Kai from Cult.
Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson is confirmed to play Cordelia Goode, her fan-favorite character from Coven and Apocalypse. As the Witch Supreme, she was last seen serving as the headmistress at Miss Robichaux's Academy.
Additional Cast Updates
The season is also expected to feature appearances by Billie Lourd, who is rumored to return as Mallory or Winter, and John Carroll Lynch, who is set to reprise his role as Twisty the Clown. Furthermore, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, Mat Fraser, Mena Suvari, Zach Villa, and Seth Gabel are all subjects of speculation regarding potential returns to the franchise.