Gabourey Sidibe joins "American Horror Story: Coven" cast
Gabourey Sidibe is joining a new "Coven."
The Oscar-nominated actress has another gig lined up following the end of production on her current series, Showtime's "The Big C."
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Sidibe is set to star on the upcoming third season of "American Horror Story." Oscar-winner Kathy Bates is also expected to join the cast for season 3.
Series creator Ryan Murphy was the first to break the news about Sidibe on Monday:
The premise and characters of "American Horror Story" change each season. The first season took place in a haunted house, while the second season was set at an insane asylum. This upcoming season, "American Horror Story: Coven," will center around witchcraft.
Details on Sidibe's character have yet to be revealed.
Sidibe's current series is now wrapping up after three seasons with a four-episode special titled "The Big C: Hereafter," which kicked off Monday on Showtime.