Sarah Pidgeon Praises Co-Star Paul Anthony Kelly’s Achievement

Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly took on the iconic roles of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy and John F. Kennedy Jr. in FX’s series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, produced by Ryan Murphy. The series chronicles the relationship of the famous couple, with Pidgeon and Kelly portraying them.

Recently, Paul Anthony Kelly was celebrated as the centerfold star for PEOPLE’s 2026 Sexiest Man Alive issue. Sarah Pidgeon expressed her delight at the news during an interview with PEOPLE at the Time100 Next Gala in New York City on October 29. The actress exclaimed, “Oh my gosh. He looked great,” about her co-star’s latest accolade. She also praised his character, saying, “He always does. He’s such an amazing guy.”

Pidgeon revealed that Kelly kept this news to himself, not letting anyone in on the secret. “He knew about it since August or something, and yeah, he didn’t tell a soul,” she disclosed.

This role marked Kelly’s first venture into acting, previously being a Canadian model. Following his part in Love Story, he appeared in American Horror Story: 13, another project by Ryan Murphy. Kelly is set to star in the upcoming 2027 film, The Housemaid’s Secret, a sequel to The Housemaid from 2025.

Discussing the success of Love Story during the centerfold photoshoot, Kelly shared his gratitude, saying the series’ triumph has been a major highlight in his life. He stated, “This year has absolutely been a whirlwind of changes in both my professional and personal life.” He added, “I love this job. I’ve never felt more alive and more in a place where I truly feel like I belong. So, I want this for the rest of my life.”

For fans of the show, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette is available for streaming on FX and FX on Hulu.