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Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr & Carolyn Bessette provides an intimate glimpse into the captivating romance of one of the most notable couples of the 21st century, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, while also offering insights into the Kennedy family dynamics. However, one of the series’ standout performances comes from the Bessette family, particularly Carolyn’s mother, Anne Marie.
Anne Marie first graces the screen in the show’s latest episode, aptly called “I Love You,” where she joins Carolyn and Lauren for dinner. Portraying this wise matriarch is none other than Constance Zimmer, a seasoned actress renowned for her roles in numerous television series.
During the episode, tension arises between Carolyn and her mother when Carolyn’s sister reveals that she continues to see John. Anne Marie offers Carolyn some heartfelt advice, cautioning her about sacrificing her career for a relationship.
Although Zimmer’s role might be limited to this single episode, her performance leaves a lasting impression. Continue reading to discover more about the talented actress.
Who is Constance Zimmer?
Zimmer took to social media to share photos from the set, delighting fans with her unexpected appearance on the show.
“SURPRISE! Tonight #episode4 you will meet my character Ann Marie Messina, the mother of Carolyn Bessette,” she wrote. “This role was such a gift for so many reasons and I can’t wait for you to continue to follow along on the journey.”
After thanking the crew, she added, “Thank you all for watching and loving this story, we all worked very hard on it.”
Some may recognize Zimmer from her most notable role playing Dana Gordon on the hit HBO series Entourage, a role she later reprised when the series was rebooted in 2015.
Zimmer also starred as a toxic reality television producer in the short-lived series UnREAL, followed by a stint on the Freeform series Good Trouble.
Love Story marks Zimmer’s most recent television role, the latest in a decades-long career in television across genres. She also recently starred in The Lincoln Lawyer, Fire Country, Krapopolis and Harlan Coben’s Shelter.
Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Caroline Bessette is streaming now on Hulu.