At ten, she pursued modeling in Atlanta, moving to New York for commercials and later Los Angeles for acting. By nineteen, she became a household name as Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl, a role that cemented her Hollywood status. Fame brought pressures—long shoots, public scrutiny—but she remained grounded.
Meester married actor Adam Brody in 2014, and together they raise two children, prioritizing family over career. She also explored music, releasing the album Heartstrings, and navigated legal battles to protect her brother.
Even after losing her home in the 2025 Palisades Fire, she reflects on life with gratitude: loving fully, facing hardships, and cherishing family remain at the heart of her journey.