A member of New Orleans high society, DELPHINE LALAURIE hid a dark and bloody secret on the top FLOOR of her three story mansion. Rumors of her cruelty circulated throughout New Orleans, and when a mysterious fire broke out in the estate’s kitchen, authorities finally entered the attic. They were horrified to find numerous servants chained to the walls, with dismembered body parts reportedly scattered across the floor. The anguished victims still haunt the mansion grounds, which is a private residence but can be seen from the street. If this bloody tale sounds familiar, you’re not crazy. Delphine served as inspiration for Kathy Bates’ ruthless character on AMERICAN HORROR STORY: COVEN.