The Vampire Lestat Star Confirms Fan Favorite Theory About a Pop Star He Would Love

Fans of Interview With the Vampire have long imagined which modern celebrities would catch Lestat de Lioncourt’s (Sam Reid) attention if the vampire were alive today. Now, one of the stars behind the series has weighed in, and his answer lines up with a popular fan theory.

During a recent interview with Mashable, the actor was asked which contemporary pop star Lestat would most likely admire. His answer came without hesitation: Chappell Roan.

“I think one thing about the star is that he loves performance. He loves musicians. Loves artists. He is a creative being,” the actor said. “And I think he would love Chappell Roan. I think she is fantastic.”

While the comment was brief, it immediately echoed what many fans have already been saying online.

Why Chappell Roan Makes Sense For Lestat

Lestat has always been drawn to larger-than-life performers. Across Anne Rice’s novels (and in AMC’s television adaptation) he gravitates toward people who embrace spectacle, self-expression, and artistic ambition. Whether performing on stage himself or surrounding himself with creative minds, Lestat rarely shies away from bold personalities.

That makes Chappell Roan an easy fit.

The singer has built her career around theatrical live performances, elaborate costumes, and an unapologetically dramatic stage presence. Her concerts often blur the line between pop show and performance art, creating the kind of extravagant atmosphere that feels tailor-made for someone like Lestat.

The actor’s explanation focused less on Roan’s music specifically and more on what she represents as an artist.

By describing Lestat as someone who “loves performance” and “loves artists,” he pointed to the vampire’s appreciation for creativity above all else; qualities that many fans have associated with Roan since her rise to pop stardom.

Fans Have Connected The Two Before

The idea that Lestat would be a Chappell Roan fan isn’t entirely new. Across social media, fans have frequently paired the vampire with modern musicians known for theatrical performances, glamorous aesthetics, and fearless self-expression.

Roan has become one of the names mentioned most often, thanks to her colorful visual identity and commanding stage presence. Fan edits, playlists, and discussions have regularly imagined what music Lestat would listen to – or which artists he would enthusiastically support if he existed in the modern era.

While there is no official answer to a hypothetical question like this, hearing one of the series’ stars arrive at the same conclusion gives fans another reason to embrace the crossover.

It’s a small behind-the-scenes moment, but for viewers who love imagining Lestat navigating today’s pop culture, the actor’s answer feels like confirmation that the flamboyant vampire would be right at home cheering on one of pop music’s most theatrical performers.

(feature image: Sophie Giraud/AMC)

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