Alexandra Jacobs
Critic for The New York Times Book Review and occasional features writer. She discusses the cultural appeal of the Kennedys, 1990s nostalgia, and the reception of the series "Love Story."
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Mar 29, 2026 • 34min
Our Enduring Fascination With the Kennedys
Alexandra Jacobs, a New York Times Book Review critic, dives into America’s lasting obsession with the Kennedys. She explores why JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette still captivate pop culture. They get into 1990s Manhattan glamour, fashion minimalism, pre-smartphone longing, the polarizing reaction to “Love Story,” and the ethics of turning real lives into juicy TV.
