Gossip Girl Cast; Where Are They Now?
The cast of Gossip Girl has continued to make headlines long after the show’s finale in 2012. Blake Lively, who played Serena van der Woodsen, has remained a prominent figure in Hollywood, starring in films like The Shallows and A Simple Favor. She also made her directorial debut with Taylor Swift’s music video for “I Bet You Think About Me” and is set to direct her first feature film. However, Lively has recently been embroiled in a highly publicized legal battle with the director and co-star of her 2024 film, alleging sexual harassment.
Leighton Meester, known for her role as Blair Waldorf, has balanced acting with music, releasing her debut album in 2014. She has also appeared in shows like How I Met Your Father and films such as The Roommate. Meester married actor Adam Brody in 2014, and the couple has two children.
Ed Westwick, who portrayed Chuck Bass, faced allegations of sexual misconduct in 2017, which were later dropped due to insufficient evidence. He continued acting, appearing in shows like White Gold and films such as The Haunting of Sharon Tate. Penn Badgley, who played Dan Humphrey, found renewed fame as Joe Goldberg in Netflix’s You. He also married Domino Kirke in 2017, and the couple has a son together.
Chace Crawford, who played Nate Archibald, has starred in The Boys as Kevin Moskowitz, aka The Deep. Taylor Momsen, who played Jenny Humphrey, left acting to focus on her rock band, The Pretty Reckless. Kelly Rutherford (Lily van der Woodsen) and Jessica Szohr (Vanessa Abrams) have continued acting in various TV and film projects.
Michelle Trachtenberg, who played the chaotic Georgina Sparks, was a fan favorite for her over-the-top antics on the show. She reprised her role in the 2021 Gossip Girl reboot, bringing her signature chaos to the new series. Tragically, Trachtenberg passed away in February 2025 at the age of 39. Her former co-stars, including Ed Westwick, Chace Crawford, Blake Lively, Jessica Szohr, and Taylor Momsen, paid heartfelt tributes to her, remembering her as a magnetic and kind-hearted person.
The legacy of Gossip Girl endures, with its cast members continuing to thrive in their careers while honoring the memories of their time on the iconic show.
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