Surprising Celebrity Appearance in American Horror Story Leaves Fans Amazed

American Horror Story truly excels in its nonsensical moments. From bizarre dance numbers with asylum patients to impassioned rants about the inappropriate use of knotty pine on house walls, the series consistently embraces its peculiar nature. With an abundance of cameos throughout the episodes, one might assume it challenging to identify the oddest guest appearance. However, Season 3's Coven provides an answer.

Stevie Nicks, widely regarded as one of the most witch-like figures in rock history, leans into the enduring belief that she possesses magical powers. She makes an appearance on the stairs of Miss Robichaux's Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies in New Orleans, Louisiana for Coven. Unlike most guest stars on American Horror Story, Nicks portrays herself in this role, albeit with a twist: she unveils her identity as a White Witch. And if merely witnessing Nicks at the academy for young witches wasn't enough to jolt our senses, she grants us a glimpse of her extraordinary abilities.

American Horror Story's Misty Day Loves Stevie Nicks

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Nicks' appearance in the season didn't happen until Episode 10 out of the 13 episodes. However, her presence within the coven was always there, thanks to Misty Day, a witch and a devoted fan of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac. Prior to Episode 10, we saw Day listening to and singing Fleetwood Mac songs in her bedroom, correcting her classmate Zoe's misconception that Nicks was an American Idol contestant. Day also believed that Nicks was a White Witch and used the lyrics of "Rhiannon" to support her claim.

Day shared with Kyle Spencer the story of how Nicks found her voice, but he later destroyed her tape of "Leather & Lace," leaving Day devastated. Nicks had a significant impact on Day's life, and her music played a major role throughout the entire season, with both Nicks' solo discography and Fleetwood Mac's songs being heavily featured. One of the most memorable moments of Season 3 was accompanied by Fleetwood Mac's "Silver Springs," playing as Myrtle Snow was burned at the stake.

Because Day had already established Nicks as a character on the show before her arrival, her entrance in Episode 10 as an old friend of the Supreme witch, Fiona Goode (Jessica Lange), held even more significance. The sight of Lange and Nicks, two iconic women in their own right, standing together was truly something to behold. However, the moment we had all been anticipating was when Day would finally meet the famous singer face to face. As Nicks stood with her back to the wall in one of the main living rooms, Day walked in and Nicks turned around, uttering the words, "You must be Misty. I'm Stevie Nicks." These seven words caused Misty Day to faint right in front of Stevie Nicks, overwhelmed by pure astonishment.

Stevie Nicks' Impact on American Horror Story Is Bigger Than You Think

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As Nicks takes a seat at the piano and serenades the coven with "Rhiannon," Day watches in awe, captivated by both Nicks herself and the magical moment unfolding before her. Meanwhile, Goode quietly confides in Madison Montgomery (Emma Roberts), suggesting that Day possesses the true potential to become the new Supreme witch, surpassing Madison's own abilities. Having received Stevie Nicks' blessing and initiation into the world of witchcraft, Day's final step towards assuming the role of Supreme is to conquer the notoriously challenging Seven Wonders test, which officially determines the worthiness of a new leader within the coven. In a perfect culmination, Day and her fellow witches at the academy embark on their Seven Wonders journey, accompanied by Nicks' melodic rendition of "Seven Wonders," wishing them success. However, despite Nicks' support, the song alone proves insufficient to propel Day through the grueling Seven Wonders test, renowned for its difficulty among all who attempt it. Although this may have marked the farewell between Day and Nicks within Coven, it certainly wasn't their final encounter.

Just around five years later in 2018, Day and Nicks were reunited once more in Season 8's American Horror Story: Apocalypse with their own separate moment together — witch to witch — as Nicks gives one final tune to welcome Day back to life (after dying in Coven). Nicks performs the iconic song, "Gypsy," as the two sway together for one last time. This moment between Day and Nicks could be considered the saving grace of the season, especially for viewers who felt that Apocalypse had too much going on in its end-of-days plot. What better way to say "welcome back to life" than a serenade from Stevie Nicks herself? From an outsider's perspective, it might have seemed random to throw Stevie Nicks into the plot of American Horror Story, but when considering the lore of that season, it would have been strange not to have her make an appearance. Nicks not only shocked the audience but also provided a calming and grounding presence in Day's life.

The Big Picture

Stevie Nicks appears as a special guest in Season 3 of American Horror Story: Coven, portraying both herself and a White Witch. Her influence can be strongly felt in the season, especially through the character of Misty Day, a dedicated witch and avid fan of Nicks.

Nicks' impact is significant, as her music becomes an integral part of the season's soundtrack, and her appearance brings much excitement season.