Central Park serves as the filming location for a love story called American Love Story, featuring Naomi Watts, Paul Kelly, and Grace Gummer in the starring roles.
In the heart of New York City, the highly anticipated drama series American Love Story is currently in production, set to debut in Valentine's Day week 2026 on FX. This captivating show delves into the romantic relationship, courtship, and marriage of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, a young couple often compared to American royalty.
The series, part of Ryan Murphy’s American Story anthology franchise, promises to tell a compelling tale of a beautiful union that gradually began to fray due to media scrutiny, career pressures, and rumoured family discord, culminating tragically with their untimely deaths in 1999.
The main cast of American Love Story includes some familiar faces:
- Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, known for her role in The Wilds.
- Paul Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr., with a background in theatre and modelling.
- Naomi Watts as Jackie Kennedy, the iconic former First Lady.
- Grace Gummer as Caroline Kennedy, JFK Jr.'s sister.
- Sydney Lemmon as Lauren Bessette, Carolyn's sister.
- Alessandro Nivola as Calvin Klein, the renowned fashion designer.
Omari K. Chancellor will also star as Gordon Henderson, a close friend of JFK Jr.
During filming, some intriguing scenes have emerged. Watts's character, Jackie, was seen speaking strongly to her on-screen son during one scene. Another scene depicts emergency services treating Jackie and taking her away via ambulance. Behind the scenes, Watts was spotted in a red blouse and holding an oversized canvas tote, while Gummer was seen in a striped sweater, jeans, and a vintage Dooney & Bourke All-Weather purse while pushing a stroller.
Kelly also filmed a scene with a dog, representing John Jr.'s real-life pet, Friday. In another scene, Watts was seen with one of the young actresses portraying Caroline's daughters. A significant moment was captured where Kelly and Watts appear to be linked arms.
The filming for American Love Story took place in Central Park this past weekend, with scenes being filmed outside Central Park, near Jackie's famous penthouse apartment at 1040 Fifth Avenue.
Emily Burack, the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, covering entertainment, celebrities, and other topics, is keeping a close eye on the production of American Love Story. The series promises to be a gripping portrayal of a tragic love story and is sure to captivate audiences when it premieres next year.
[1] IMDb: American Love Story (TV Series 2026) [2] Variety: 'American Love Story': FX Orders Drama Series About John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy [3] Deadline: FX Sets Premiere Date For Ryan Murphy's 'American Love Story' About John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy
- The upcoming FX series, American Love Story, promises to delve into the drama and style of the romantic relationship between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, often compared to American royalty.
- Part of Ryan Murphy’s American Story anthology franchise, the show will depict the fashion world, featuring the notable figure Calvin Klein, played by Alessandro Nivola.
- Art enthusiasts will appreciate the captivating scenes from the show, as movie and television fans eagerly await its debut in 2026.
- In the series, Naomi Watts portrays Jackie Kennedy, the iconic former First Lady, and Grace Gummer plays JFK Jr.'s sister, Caroline Kennedy.
- During filming, one intriguing scene showed Watts's character, Jackie, speaking strongly to her on-screen son, while another showed Gummer pushing a stroller in a vintage Dooney & Bourke All-Weather purse.
- The filming for American Love Story took place in Central Park, with scenes being shot outside Jackie's infamous penthouse apartment at 1040 Fifth Avenue, providing a backdrop rich in culture and history.
