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Add Texture to GoogleAlex Consani’s face is no longer seen exclusively in the flashes of fashion photographers. At 23, the woman who made history by becoming the first transgender woman to be named “Model of the Year” at the 2024 Fashion Awards is undergoing a radical transformation. While her appearances for Victoria’s Secret—notably at the 2026 fashion show—cemented her status as a leading figure in the industry, the Californian is now turning her attention to the shadows of film sets. With the arrival of the thirteenth season of the anthology series created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, titled *American Horror Story: 13*, she is leaving the runways behind to join the ranks of an already legendary coven of witches.
The Aesthetics of Horror
Airing since September 24, 2026, on FX Networks and Hulu, this new batch of episodes marks a turning point for the franchise, which has amassed over 700 million hours of streaming worldwide. Alex Consani plays Morwenna, a young witch who joins the coven led by the Supreme Cordelia Goode, portrayed by Sarah Paulson. For this first major role in a drama series, the challenge wasn’t about showcasing an outfit, but rather about completely deconstructing her image as a model.
The transition from the photo studio to the film set required a profound shift in perspective. For Alex Consani, fashion has always been a form of acting—a silent performance in which the body conveys an intention. However, the world of horror offered her an unprecedented freedom: the freedom to be allowed to look ugly on screen. Far from the demands for aesthetic perfection associated with her job at IMG Models, she broke free from the usual codes of beauty. On set, this determination led to radical choices: she stopped checking the monitor feeds, no longer requesting constant makeup touch-ups or lighting adjustments, so she could let herself be carried away by the truth of her performance.
Under the Wings of the Supremes
The young actress’s integration into a cast made up of pillars of the franchise—notably Jessica Lange, Emma Roberts, Evan Peters, and Gabourey Sidibe—was marked by mentorship. Sarah Paulson took on a mentoring role, taking the newcomer under her wing to guide her through the subtleties of dramatic acting. This support extended to other cast members, such as Billie Lourd and Leslie Grossman, creating a supportive work environment in the face of the intense themes explored in Season 13.
To navigate this new creative territory and break free from the constant need for validation imposed by social media and the fashion industry, Alex Consani drew on the principles of Julia Cameron’s book *The Artist’s Way*. This approach allowed her to prioritize pure artistic expression over her public image, thereby solidifying her legitimacy as an actress capable of bringing complex roles to life beyond her natural photogenic appeal.
A Growing Film Career
While television offers her immediate visibility to the general public, film is already emerging as the next step in her career. Alex Consani has been cast in two highly anticipated feature films. The first, titled *Preppy*, is directed by Janicza Bravo. Although the details of her role remain under wraps, this project is part of her desire to collaborate with filmmakers who have a strong visual identity. At the same time, she has been filming *Peaked*, directed by Molly Gordon, a project currently in post-production.
There is no indication at this time whether her collaboration with Ryan Murphy’s universe will extend beyond this season, as no exclusivity contract has been formalized. However, Alex Consani’s meteoric rise—from a pioneer in transgender modeling at the age of 12 to an established actress in one of American television’s most-watched shows—paints a portrait of an artist who is redefining her own boundaries.
