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Watts, Kelly, Pidgeon Dazzle at 'Love Story' Premiere
4 Feb
Summary
- Naomi Watts portrays Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in the new series.
- The series explores the romance of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette.
- The cast dismissed wardrobe criticism at the New York premiere.
The glitzy premiere of the new FX series, 'Love Story,' held at Carnegie Hall in New York, saw stars Naomi Watts, Paul Kelly, and Sarah Pidgeon in attendance. The series chronicles the ill-fated romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette.
Naomi Watts, who embodies Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, mother of JFK Jr., captivated onlookers in a striking off-the-shoulder black Balenciaga gown. She complemented the look with elegant opera-length white gloves, a distinct nod to the fashion icon Jackie O.
Sarah Pidgeon, portraying Carolyn Bessette, looked chic in an Art Deco-inspired Chanel dress. Paul Kelly, stepping into the shoes of JFK Jr., looked dapper in a Dior suit. The cast seemed to brush off previous harsh criticisms concerning the show's wardrobe.
The nine-episode series is inspired by Elizabeth Beller's book and promises to explore the undeniable chemistry, whirlwind courtship, and high-profile marriage of the beloved American couple. They were tragically killed in a 1999 plane crash.
Earlier on-set photos of Pidgeon had sparked critiques about her styling, with fans and even Bessette-Kennedy's colorist expressing dissatisfaction. However, showrunner Ryan Murphy clarified these were merely test shots. Pidgeon herself expressed excitement for viewers to see the final result.
