Blake Lively Celebrates 18 Years of Gossip Girl Amid Legal Dispute with Justin Baldoni

Blake Lively commemorated the 18th anniversary of the hit series Gossip Girl by sharing behind-the-scenes photos and heartfelt reflections on Instagram, calling the show her "college" and a significant period of learning and growth. The series, which aired from 2007 to 2012, followed the scandalous lives of Manhattan's elite and launched the careers of Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, and others. Lively reminisced about the memorable experiences filming in New York City, Silvercup Studios, and Paris, highlighting the deep personal and professional impact the show had on her. This celebration comes amid Lively's ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director of the 2024 film It Ends With Us, whom she has accused of sexual harassment and retaliation; Baldoni denies the allegations and filed a countersuit that was dismissed. The lawsuit remains active, with a court date set for May 2026. Despite the challenges, Lively's tribute serves as a reminder of the cultural significance of Gossip Girl and her enduring connection to the series and its cast.