Nan is a clairvoyant witch often underestimated by the others due to her Down syndrome. While the other girls are obsessed with boys and power, Nan is the only one who truly listens to the spirits. She becomes a tragic figure in the war between the witches and the voodoo practitioners, ultimately betrayed by Fiona and Marie Laveau. Brewer’s performance brings a surprising depth and sweetness to a season filled with cynicism.
The Voodoo Queen of New Orleans. Marie is the fierce protector of her community and a rival to the Salem witches. Her immortality—granted by the dark deity Papa Legba—and her mastery of Voodoo make her a formidable foil (and eventual ally) to Fiona Goode. american horror story season 3 characters
LaLaurie provides the season’s gore and serves as a dark mirror to the witches. While she attempts to adapt to the modern world, her ingrained racism and sadism never truly disappear. Bates plays her with a terrifying glee, balancing the character’s inherent evil with a strange, fish-out-of-water comedy. Nan is a clairvoyant witch often underestimated by
The characters of American Horror Story: Coven are defined by their desire for legacy. Whether it is Fiona fighting to stay young, LaLaurie fighting to stay relevant, or Cordelia fighting to protect her students, every character is battling against time. Her immortality—granted by the dark deity Papa Legba—and