# The Vampire Lestat Showrunner Explains How Lestat's Musical Journey Is 'Just as Important' as the Queen of the Damned's Awakening in Episode 5

> Spoilers follow for The Vampire Lestat Season 3, Episode 5 - “New York,” which is available on AMC and AMC+ now.

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- **Published:** 2026-07-06
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #canon #lestat #episode #vampire #awakening #damned #queen #anne
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