‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette,’ Just Became FX’s Biggest Limited Series Ever

Published 03/05/2026, 10:36 PM EST

Interest in the romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette remains as strong as ever. Ryan Murphy’s show Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette shows the couple’s whirlwind relationship, their lives under media scrutiny, and the legacy they left behind. As it looks back at the pressures of fame, complex relationships, the series has also brought back a sense of nostalgia. 

And the show is witnessing massive growth among a new generation, renewing the fascination with the iconic pair, making it the biggest limited series in the history of FX.

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Decades after their romance once dominated headlines, the story of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy has once again captured global attention, and this time on streaming. Ryan Murphy’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is currently one of the most-watched FX series on Hulu and Disney+. It has already pulled in over 25 million hours of streaming from its first five episodes since premiering on February 12. And the fascination surrounding both the show and the couple has continued to grow, as Episode 5 drew 51 percent more viewers than the first episode.

This does not come as a surprise, considering how the show is one of the most talked-about topics on social media. Be it the famous family, 90s fashion, real facts, and moments of the couple, the show has continued to pull in both old and new generations of fans.

Across social media, trends inspired by the show are gaining momentum, with Love Story reportedly receiving 21 million posts globally on TikTok. Regardless of the reactions, the constant discussion around the couple and the show has only boosted the show’s popularity. 

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With such a magnanimous reception, it is safe to say that the show is turning into a modern classic. 

Ryan Murphy’s Love Story is a pop-culture moment in making

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is currently dominating social media, with anything related to the couple gaining traction. There is renewed frenzy over Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s signature minimalist fashion, her tailored jackets, and elegant coats. Meanwhile, Bessette’s tortoiseshell headband has reportedly seen a surge in sales at its C.O. Bigelow store, as per Bloomberg. And this is only the beginning.

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The couple’s first-date spot, Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant in the East Village, has reportedly seen a 40 percent increase in visitors since the show’s release, as per The New York Post. This surge shows the public’s renewed fascination with John F. Kennedy Jr. and Bessette-Kennedy and their simple lifestyle. If the show’s growing viewership is any indication, that interest may only continue to rise in the months ahead.

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Pritha Debroy

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Pritha Debroy is an Entertainment writer at NetflixJunkie who can seamlessly switch between breaking down an NBA play and obsessing over the latest K-drama twist. She has written over 3,400 NBA and NFL articles, but her true joy lies in diving into Netflix’s trendiest shows—unpacking themes, stories, and yes, the occasional celebrity chaos. When she is not writing, you’ll find her devouring thrillers (anything by Freida McFadden is an instant yes), revisiting comfort classics like 10 Things I Hate About You and 27 Dresses, or hunting for her next binge-worthy series.

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