Jackie Kennedy's Tragic Death Revisited in New Disney+ Series Love Story
A new drama series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, is now streaming on Disney+, offering a poignant look at historical figures and their real-life tragedies. The anthology, written by Colin Hines and inspired by Ryan Murphy's creative vision, draws from Elizabeth Beller's book Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. While focusing on the relationship between JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, the series also highlights significant moments, including the final days of former First Lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis, portrayed by Oscar-nominated actress Naomi Watts.
How Did Jackie Kennedy Die in Real Life?
Jackie Kennedy Onassis, a pivotal figure in the series and American history, faced a heartbreaking end. After her first husband's assassination in 1963 and a subsequent marriage to Aristotle Onassis until his death in 1975, she redefined roles as First Lady and later as a book editor for Doubleday. In November 1993, a horse-riding accident led to a hospital stay where doctors noticed a swollen lymph node, initially attributed to infection.
However, her condition deteriorated a month later, resulting in a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. By early 1994, she began cancer treatment with an initially optimistic prognosis. Tragically, the cancer rapidly spread to her spinal cord, brain, and liver within months. Choosing to spend her final days at home, she died peacefully in her sleep on May 19, 1994.
Public and Personal Tributes to Jackie Kennedy
Following her death, President Bill Clinton praised her as a model of courage and dignity, highlighting her grace and resilience. JFK Jr. delivered a heartfelt statement, noting she was surrounded by loved ones and passed away in her own way. A private funeral was held less than a week later, with burial at Arlington National Cemetery beside her first husband, President John F. Kennedy.
Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette provides a dramatic retelling of these events, blending historical accuracy with emotional storytelling. The series is available for streaming on Disney+, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into the lives of these iconic figures.
