Orlando Jones reprises the role of Papa Legba in AHS 13

Orlando Jones now portrays Papa Legba in season 13 of American Horror Story. The character, guardian of the spirit world, was introduced in the third season, Coven, and later reappeared in the eighth, Apocalypse, where he was played by Lance Reddick, who died in 2023. Jones, a superfan of the series created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, accepted the challenge of taking over his friend's role. According to The Hollywood Reporter, he said "Lance is one of one" and was honored to step into the part. In this season, Papa Legba becomes the Coven's ally and the main source of information on Satan, nicknamed Mr N.