Critics worry Ryan Murphy's new show fails to capture Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's style
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A Ryan Murphy production rarely arrives without controversy — and this time, the backlash involves a mis-sized Birkin bag. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Murphy’s production company this month unveiled camera test photos, and video, of the highly anticipated FX series “American Love Story” about the tragic romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.
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Main Idea: Ryan Murphy’s new show about Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and JFK Jr. drew backlash online after early costume images were seen as missing the late style icon’s look.
Key Points:
- Fans and fashion commentators criticized the first photos for outfit details like a boxy coat, cropped pants, and the wrong Birkin bag size.
- Some also said the hair and styling looked off, with one colorist saying the blonde wig did not match Bessette-Kennedy’s real shade.
- Murphy said the images were only lighting and color tests, not the final costumes, and he said the release was a mistake.
- He said the production is trying to be accurate, with a style advisory board, real wardrobe items, and a replica of Bessette-Kennedy’s wedding dress.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The backlash may waste attention on costume details instead of bigger issues, and a badly received show could hurt viewers’ trust in biopics and streaming brands.
Positive Impact
The debate could push creators to do better research and give audiences more accurate portrayals of public figures.
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- Carolyn Bessette-KennedypersonPrimaryEvaluated
The article is primarily about how the show attempts to depict her style and public image.
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Central creator whose production and comments drive the controversy described in the story.
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One of the two central figures portrayed in the series and part of the article’s main subject.
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Actor playing Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and featured in the backlash over the early images.
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Important brand connected to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s past work and fashion identity.
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Actor playing John F. Kennedy Jr.; mentioned as part of the show’s first-look discussion.
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Cited for Murphy’s interview and his explanation of the released camera tests.
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Mentioned as part of Bessette-Kennedy’s iconic wardrobe items that the production is sourcing.
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