Luke Maxcy

Luke Maxcy
"I'm on my way."
Portrayed by	Morris Chestnut
Details
Species	Human
Occupation	Heirloom Security officer
Relationships	Vivien Harmon (client, intimate)
Appearances	Halloween: Part 1 Halloween: Part 2 Piggy Piggy Open House Rubber Man Spooky Little Girl

Luke Maxcy is a security guard hired by Vivien Harmon to protect her home. He is a character in the first season (dubbed by fans "Murder House") portrayed by Morris Chestnut.

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What role does Luke Maxcy play in American Horror Story?

Luke Maxcy, played by Morris Chestnut, appears in the first season of American Horror Story, Murder House. He is a security officer hired by Vivien Harmon to protect her home. Luke's role is to ensure the safety of the Harmon residence throughout several episodes, including 'Halloween: Part 1' and 'Part 2,' 'Piggy Piggy,' 'Open House,' 'Rubber Man,' and 'Spooky Little Girl.'

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What company does Luke Maxcy represent in Murder House?

In American Horror Story's first season, Murder House, Luke Maxcy represents Heirloom Security. He is hired by Vivien Harmon to secure her home following an invasion, serving as the install technician and security officer.

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How does Luke Maxcy's presence affect Vivien Harmon?

Luke Maxcy, played by Morris Chestnut in 'American Horror Story,' is hired by Vivien Harmon for home security after an invasion. His presence introduces tension due to mutual attraction with Vivien, impacting her dynamic with her husband, Ben.

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Who portrays Luke Maxcy in American Horror Story?

Morris Chestnut portrays Luke Maxcy in American Horror Story's first season, Murder House. He is a security officer hired by Vivien Harmon.

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How does Luke Maxcy contribute to the tension with Ben?

Luke Maxcy adds to the tension with Ben by being a diligent security guard attentive to Vivien's needs. His thorough explanation of the security system and assumption that Vivien might use the panic button after her trauma could have unsettled Ben.

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Background

Luke Maxcy represents Heirloom Security, a company Vivien Harmon hires to protect her family home after it is invaded. He is the company's install technician and security officer. He and Vivien have a mutual attraction for one another which causes some tension with Ben.

Personality and Appearance

Luke is a handsome African-American man with a goatee and shaved head. He has the physique necessary to be a capable security guard.

He is steadfast in his duties and compassionate to the needs of his clients.

Story

Luke details the features of the security system to Vivien and expresses the assumption that she would be quick to use the panic button after the trauma she had just experienced. He explains that he would understand and be in the area anyway if she needed assistance. Luke comes to the residence in response to the alarm being triggered by Vivien. He is next called upon to arrest Hayden McClaine (her ghost, anyway). As the sun rises and Halloween ends, Hayden disappears from the back seat of his car leaving Luke perplexed.

When Ben becomes convinced that Vivien is losing her mind, Luke believes this to be a ruse for Ben to gain custody of the kids and full ownership of the house. However, Vivien begins attacking Ben under the impression that he is Rubber Man and Luke is forced to take her away.

When Ben learns that one of Vivien's twins is not his and Hayden convinces him that Luke and Vivien have been engaging in a secret affair behind his back, Ben confronts Luke about this but Luke reveals he is incapable of having children.

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