ARIANA GRANDE JOINS THE CAST OF AMERICAN HORROR STORY SEASON 13

Ariana Grande is trading the stage for the screen once again, and this time, she’s diving headfirst into one of TV’s darkest and most iconic franchises, American Horror Story. The multi-talented singer and actress has officially joined the cast for the highly anticipated 13th season of Ryan Murphy’s long-running anthology series.

The announcement dropped on Halloween (October 31) via the official Ryan Murphy Productions Instagram page, sending fans into a frenzy. The simple yet chilling post featured a black background with the names of the cast written in the show’s signature eerie font, accompanied by Vera Lynn’s haunting classic “I’ll Be Seeing You”. Among the names listed were returning AHS favourites Emma Roberts, Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Angela Bassett, Billie Lourd, Evan Peters, Leslie Grossman, Gabourey Sidibe, Kathy Bates, and, of course, Ariana Grande.

For Grande, this marks a major return to television acting after several years focused primarily on her music career. While she first rose to fame as Cat Valentine on Nickelodeon’s Victorious and Sam & Cat, the Grammy-winning artist has since become one of the most successful pop stars of her generation. However, fans will remember that this isn’t her first encounter with Ryan Murphy’s world of horror, she previously made a memorable guest appearance in Murphy’s Scream Queens back in 2015, which hinted at her ability to mix dark humour with suspense.

Although plot details for American Horror Story Season 13 remain tightly under wraps, the ensemble cast suggests Murphy may be drawing inspiration from the show’s earlier, fan-favourite seasons that leaned heavily into gothic horror and psychological tension. The inclusion of longtime collaborators like Lange and Paulson hints at a possible return to the franchise’s roots, while Grande’s addition is likely to bring fresh energy, and a massive new audience.

Fans have already taken to social media to share theories about what kind of role Grande could play. Given her sharp sense of style, dramatic flair, and vocal talent, many are speculating that she might portray a character that ties into the supernatural or musical aspects that AHS occasionally explores. Others are hoping she’ll play against type and embrace the dark, twisted tone the series is known for.

Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story first premiered in 2011 and has since become a pop culture phenomenon, known for its anthology format where each season tells a new story set in a unique world of terror. The show has tackled everything from haunted houses and witch covens to mental asylums, cults, and apocalyptic nightmares, and it has consistently pushed boundaries in both storytelling and performance.

With Grande on board, the 13th season is already one of the most talked-about in recent memory. The combination of her global fame, Murphy’s creative genius, and the show’s loyal fan base promises a season that’s set to be both shocking and spectacular. While an official release date hasn’t yet been confirmed, American Horror Story: Season 13 is expected to premiere on FX in 2025, with streaming available on Hulu shortly after.

One thing’s for sure, when Ariana Grande steps into the world of American Horror Story, it’s bound to be a scream.