Naomi Watts and Paul Kelly Cause Double-Takes With Uncanny JFK Jr. & Jackie O Looks in NYC originally appeared on Parade.
New York City streets felt like a step back in time this week as Naomi Watts and Paul Kelly filmed scenes for Ryan Murphy’s upcoming anthology series “American Love Story.”
The pair flawlessly embodied Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and son John F. Kennedy Jr., capturing their likenesses so well that passersby and viewers online couldn’t help but do a double-take. It’s a moment that looked more like archived footage rather than a scene from a TV show.
Watch them stroll through NYC in this video from August 4:
In this clip shared by @mickmicknyc, Watts, as Jackie O, channeled her timeless grace with a trench coat, headscarf, and sunglasses, while Kelly, in his major debut, nailed JFK Jr.’s polished yet relaxed look with a white shirt, tie, and slacks.
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The FX series, which explores the 1990s love story that ended with a devastating plane crash in 1999, recently began shooting in New York City. Sarah Pidgeon is playing the role of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, though she’s not pictured here.
As the actors film these nostalgic scenes on a beautiful summer day in NYC, it’s a bittersweet reminder of the three lives, JFK Jr., Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, and her sister Lauren, that were cut short far too soon. Yet, it’s also a sweet homage to what was: a story of love, glamour, and enduring legacy that continues to captivate generations.
Naomi Watts and Paul Kelly Cause Double-Takes With Uncanny JFK Jr. & Jackie O Looks in NYC first appeared on Parade on Aug 5, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
