Kim Kardashian in ‘American Horror Story: Delicate’.Photo:Eric Liebowitz/FX
Eric Liebowitz/FX
Kim Kardashianmade her debut in the season premiere ofAmerican Horror Story: Delicateon Wednesday — and many critics agreed that her performance was more than passable, even contending she may be “perfect” for her role.Kardashian, 42, plays Siobhan, the publicist to actress Anna Victoria Alcott (Emma Roberts). The reality star receives some of the season premiere’s most colorful dialogue, with her character’s bombastic first line being, “Then tell the Daniels to suck my c—!”, referring to a client she refuses to allow to miss a press day for a commercial shoot.
According to most critics, the SKIMS mogul proved to be a good fit for the fierce character.
“You feel like Kim is channeling her mom-anagerKris Jennerin an homage,“wroteDeadlineeditorial director and box office editor Anthony D’Alessandro.
“She’s perfect for the part,” D’Alessandro continued. “Everyone calm down, it’s not like Kim is playing Portia in Shakespeare’sThe Merchant of Venice.”
Kim Kardashian in ‘American Horror Story: Delicate’.Courtesy of FX
Courtesy of FX
USA Todayentertainment reporter Patrick Ryanassertedthat Kardashian “cleverly leans into that Valley girl persona” in this new role.
“Kardashian’s acting skills may be more People’s Choice than Emmy-worthy,” added Ryan. “But likeAmerican Horror StoryalumsJessica LangeandLady Gagabefore her, she’s the only one so far to deliver on the season’s high-camp potential.”
Meanwhile,The Daily Beast’sentertainment critic Coleman Spilde saidhe looks forwardto watching the rest of this season, declaring, “It’s Kardashian who, based on Tuesday night’s premiere, is going to make this season truly worth watching.”
“Her affected line readings and familiar face might make it hard to take the show completely seriously, but that’s exactly whatAHSneeds: a season that has given up on trying to be anything more than good, campy fun,” he added.
Kim Kardashian featured in art for ‘American Horror Story: Delicate’.Courtesy of FX
Given the initial critical reception to Kardashian’s performance,American Horror Story: Delicatemay prove to be a return to form for the over-the-top horror series, now in its 12th season. Besides Kardashian and Roberts, this season’s cast also includesCara Delevingne,Michaela Jaé RodriguezandZachary Quinto, who cameos on the series.
The announcement of Kardashian’scasting earlier this year made waves, with theKardashiansstar, herself, revealing in May that she was takingacting lessonsto prepare for her role.
“It’s really fun to step outside of your comfort zone and try something new and grow,” she toldVarietyof starring in theRyan Murphy-created series. “I like to challenge myself.”
Zachary Quintoalsopraised Kardashian’s acting chopsat the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of his new filmHe Went That Way.
Kim Kardashian in a teaser for ‘American Horror Story: Delicate’.FX
FX
“I did a cameo on this season ofAmerican Horror Storyand I got to meet her,” Quinto, 46, shared with reporters, including PEOPLE. “She was so lovely and warm and, really, I don’t think she needs my advice.”
TheAHSrole marks Kardashian’s first acting part in over a decade. She had minor roles in 2009’sDisaster Movie,Tyler Perry’sTemptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor,CSI: NYandDrop Dead Diva. She also played herself inHow I Met Your Mother,30 RockandTwo Broke Girls.
She also madeherSaturday Night Livehosting debutin October 2021.
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American Horror Story: Delicateairs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET on FX and can be streamed Thursdays on Hulu.
source: people.com
