Emma Roberts added to ‘American Horror Story: Coven’ cast, joins real life boyfriend Evan Peters

Aquamarine star Emma Roberts is reportedly nearing a deal to star in the upcoming season of the highly anticipated American Horror Story: Coven.

Jessica-Lange AMerican Horror Story TV Line reports in a May 22 article that the Scream 4 actress is nearing a deal to join the FX drama’s witch-themed third chapter. Roberts would play a self-involved party girl by the name of Madison.

Roberts’ casting would have her alongside real-life boyfriend, Horror Story vet Evan Peters.

Creator Ryan Murphy has stated that the time period for the season will be modern day. He also stated that the season will take place in multiple locations.

Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Lily Rabe, Frances Conroy and Taissa Farmiga will be back for Season 3.

Kathy Bates, Angela Bassett, Patti LuPone and Gabourey Sidibe have all joined the cast.

The recent news of Bassett was the most recent, with Bates joining back in February as Murphy was talking about talking season 3 to a new level, ‘Being more ambitious’ – read more here.

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