The pop superstar, Ariana Grande is trading her glass slippers for a nightmare as she joins a legendary television ensemble of American Horror Story. She is no stranger to the creator’s work, as she previously collaborated with him on the 2015 series Scream Queens. 

After a significant year in her acting career, including an Academy Award nomination for her performance in Wicked, this role marks the debut of the singer in this specific horror anthology series.

Ariana Grande has officially joined the main cast for the thirteenth season of American Horror Story. Ryan Murphy confirmed this news on October 31 through his production company's Instagram account with a haunting announcement video. The teaser featured a dark atmosphere set to the sounds of Vera Lynn singing ‘I’ll Be Seeing You’.

The new season boasts an impressive roster of returning franchise legends alongside the musical icon. Icons such as Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, and Kathy Bates are all set to appear. The lineup also includes Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, and Leslie Grossman.

Since its inception, the anthology has explored a wide range of horror subgenres, from haunted houses to sinister covens. The new season 13 looks to honor this history by reuniting the most influential actors from past years.

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The production schedule confirms that the wait for this haunting reunion will soon be over.

American Horror Story Season 13 is scheduled to premiere on Halloween 2026. This release date aligns with the spooky themes of the series and the timing of the initial announcement. Production is expected to build significant momentum following the highly anticipated release of the singer's other major film projects.

American Horror Story launched on October 5, 2011, with the premiere of Murder House, instantly redefining the horror genre for modern television. Created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, the series pioneered the seasonal anthology format, where each year introduces a fresh setting and distinct characters.

This innovative structure enabled the show to explore diverse American anxieties, ranging from the claustrophobic halls of a 1960s asylum to the neon-soaked campgrounds of an 1980s slasher film. Over the past twelve seasons, the franchise has covered a vast spectrum of supernatural, psychological, and horror genres and stories, including witchcraft, alien abductions, and political cults.

It has become a reliable staple for fans by blending high-camp aesthetics with visceral gore and social commentary.

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