Angelica Ross says Ryan Murphy ghosted her when she pitched Black women-led American Horror Story
Screenshots reveal Murphy and Ross discussing casting for a project in July 2020. (Photo Credits: Getty Images/ Twitter @AHS_Source)
Angelica Ross, renowned for her performances in "Pose" and "American Horror Story," recently shared a revealing encounter involving Ryan Murphy and the acclaimed series, "American Horror Story."
Ross pitched the idea of a season with four Black women as the main cast, which Murphy initially accepted. However, he later went silent, failing to respond to any follow-up communications about the project.
What
- Ross shared pictures of emails exchanged with the well-known producer since July 2020.
- In these emails, Murphy appeared to confirm the upcoming season and sought Ross's input on who should be the main women in the show.
- In an email dated July 3, 2020, Murphy told Ross: "Remember your idea about a Horror season starring Black women? Well, I'm doing it. Not sure of the story yet, but we will start a writers' room in the fall. Along with you, who are the four women I should get? I think you, Keke Palmer, Gabby... not sure of the fourth?"
Actress Angelica Ross reveals Ryan Murphy ghosted her after pitching an all Black lead #AHS season.
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) September 19, 2023
Ross says she had to put Marvel on hold during her stalled talks with Murphy. pic.twitter.com/J9bFHxam7c
- In the same screenshot from July 3, 2020, Ross replied to Murphy's email.
- She suggested a list of Black actresses who could be part of the season.
- Later, Ross made a TikTok video where she said that Murphy didn't respond to her email follow-up.
TikTok. pic.twitter.com/PGxwKkiKMO
— A N G E L I C A (@angelicaross) September 18, 2023
After not hearing back. After sending flowers and no response I sent one last email in Feb 2022 (it took about a year to film season 10 due to COVID) while still contractually in first position with the show. Mind you, marvel had called twice now. I haven’t heard from him… pic.twitter.com/s7HfeABd8j
— A N G E L I C A (@angelicaross) September 18, 2023
Angelica Ross achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first transgender actress to have recurring roles in two series: FX's "American Horror Story: 1984" and "Pose."
In "Pose," she played Candy Ferocity, a ballroom performer who established her own house but still faced financial challenges.
Ross's revelation has raised eyebrows among fans and cast a shadow on the much-anticipated Season 12 of the series, titled "American Horror Story: Delicate."
The upcoming season also introduces Kim Kardashian, marking her acting debut.