Ariana Grande will not appear in the upcoming thirteenth season of the anthology series, marking the cancellation of her first scheduled involvement with the show.
The pop star had been announced as a cast member for the new season, a role that would have reunited her with the series creator following her appearance in a 2015 horror‑comedy series.
Production officials confirmed her departure, citing a clash between the series’ filming schedule and Grande’s ongoing concert tour, which prevented her from filming any scenes.
The season is set to premiere on September 24 on the network, though details about the storyline and the character Grande was slated to portray remain undisclosed.
Fans expressed disappointment across social platforms, with several indicating they might forgo watching the season without her participation.
Analysts noted that the timing of her exit suggests the role may have been limited, allowing the production to adjust without major disruption.
The upcoming season will continue to feature series regulars including Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Jessica Lange, and will be directed in part by John Waters.
Grande’s next screen project is a comedy film starring alongside Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro.
In late June she issued an apology to concert attendees for postponing tour dates, attributing the changes to safety concerns and technical difficulties during performances.
During the same period, she confirmed the end of a three‑year relationship with actor Ethan Slater, whom she met while performing in a Broadway musical.
Representatives for the network and for Grande have not provided additional comment.
