Ellen DeGeneres is pretty much known for pranking her friends, so when it came to American Horror Story: Cult star Sarah Paulson, she had to bring in the clowns!

In true form, Ellen had the clown hiding behind Sarah as she made small talk with Ellen — unaware that the creepiest clown you’ll ever see in your life was just inches away.

“What are you gonna do now?” Sarah asked Ellen nervously. Watch the clip below: