Penn Badgley Sparks Backlash with Netflix Crossover

Penn Badgley, known for his roles in Gossip Girl and You, recently participated in a nostalgic crossover video for Netflix, where he humorously narrated a scene from Nobody Wants This, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody. The video features Badgley using his You character's voice while nodding to his past role as Dan Humphrey, the real 'Gossip Girl,' a twist revealed in the show's finale. While the crossover delighted fans of both Gossip Girl and You, it also sparked backlash for revealing the Gossip Girl spoiler to new audiences. Netflix captioned the video with a playful message, blending Badgley's iconic roles, generating significant social media traction. This promotional effort coincides with the anticipation for the final season of You and a renewed season of Nobody Wants This, showcasing the enduring appeal of Badgley's characters. Some fans, however, expressed their discontent with the spoiler reveal, highlighting mixed reactions to the nostalgic yet controversial crossover.