Ryan Murphy Discusses Ariana Grande's Departure From AHS

WHO:

Coming Soon - Ariana Grande, Ryan Murphy

US Magazine - Ryan Murphy

Billboard - Ryan Murphy

Hollywood Reporter - Ryan Murphy, Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Emma Roberts, Kathy Bates, Angela Bassett, Billie Lourd, Frances Conroy, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, Ariana Grande

WHAT:

Coming Soon - Ariana Grande exited Ryan Murphy's show, American Horror Story, ahead of her planned appearance in season 13.

Billboard - Ryan Murphy stated he might revisit the role he had for Ariana Grande at a later time.

Hollywood Reporter - Season 13 of American Horror Story will consist of 13 episodes and is a tribute to the entire series.

Hollywood Reporter - The season will premiere on September 24 on FX and Hulu at 6 p.m. PT.

Hollywood Reporter - Jessica Lange will reprise all four of her characters, while Sarah Paulson will play six characters and Evan Peters will play five.

WHERE:

Hollywood Reporter - The season will be available on FX and Hulu.

WHEN:

Hollywood Reporter - American Horror Story season 13 premieres on September 24.

Hollywood Reporter - The Lizzie Borden Story will premiere on September 17 with all episodes on Netflix.

WHY:

US Magazine - Ryan Murphy commented on Ariana Grande's exit, stating, "Who’s busier than Ariana Grande? No one."

Hollywood Reporter - Ariana Grande exited due to her Eternal Sunshine tour and scheduling conflicts.

HOW:

Hollywood Reporter - Ryan Murphy reached out to legacy American Horror Story stars to ask if they would return for season 13, and they agreed quickly.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 19:51 UTC)

Ariana Grande has exited Ryan Murphy's show, American Horror Story, ahead of her planned appearance in season 13, which is set to premiere on September 24 on FX and Hulu. Ryan Murphy mentioned that he might revisit the role he had for Grande at a later time, while the upcoming season will consist of 13 episodes and serve as a tribute to the entire series, featuring Jessica Lange reprising all four of her characters. The Lizzie Borden Story will also debut soon, with all episodes available on Netflix starting September 17.