Blake Lively Drops Epic 'Gossip Girl' Throwback Pics For 18Th Anniversary, La Style!

Blake Lively’s Nostalgic Nod to 'Gossip Girl' Glory Days

Alright, SoCal fam, let’s take a quick trip from Hollywood to the Upper East Side! Blake Lively just served up a serious dose of nostalgia by sharing a carousel of never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photos from 'Gossip Girl' on Instagram, marking the iconic show’s 18th anniversary. Can you believe it’s been nearly two decades since Serena van der Woodsen first strutted onto our screens?

This isn’t just a casual throwback - it’s a full-on love letter to the series that launched Blake into superstardom. Captioning her post with pure heart, she called the show her “college,” crediting those six years in New York City and Silvercup Studios (plus a dreamy Paris detour) as her ultimate education. It’s giving major LA dreamer vibes - like grinding through auditions on Sunset Boulevard, but make it Manhattan.

Behind-the-Scenes Magic with the 'Gossip Girl' Crew

The photo dump is straight-up gold for any 'Gossip Girl' stan. We’re talking candid snaps with Leighton Meester - aka the queen of scheming as Blair Waldorf - showcasing the unbreakable Serena-Blair bond that defined the show. There’s also a bittersweet shot with the late Michelle Trachtenberg, who brought the chaos as Georgina Sparks, reminding us of her unforgettable energy before her passing earlier this year.

Blake didn’t stop there - she threw in some epic moments with Ed Westwick and Chace Crawford, plus a throwback of her rocking Serena’s iconic gold cotillion gown next to Penn Badgley, her on-screen love and real-life ex. It’s like flipping through a scrapbook of early 2000s drama, with all the glitz and glam of a Hollywood red carpet premiere.

“‘Gossip Girl’ wasn’t just a show - it was my entire world for six years, shaping who I am today,” Blake shared, reflecting on the wild ride.

Cultural Icon Status and Lasting Impact

Blake’s been real about how 'Gossip Girl' didn’t just shape her career - it shaped an entire era of style. Chatting with ELLE earlier this year while hyping her new haircare line, Blake Brown, she spilled on how Serena’s signature tousled waves became THE look of the 2000s. It’s no surprise - those beachy locks had every Cali girl from Santa Monica to San Diego begging their stylists for the same vibe.

She mused on why the show hit so hard, saying it felt like inviting a friend into your home every week. That mix of relatability and aspirational glam - who doesn’t want to slay like they’re stepping out in Beverly Hills every day? - cemented 'Gossip Girl' as a cultural juggernaut. And let’s be real, even if Blake admits she doesn’t do her hair daily, she’s still giving us major SoCal summer energy with every post.

So, as we sip our iced lattes and scroll through these iconic pics, let’s raise a glass to 18 years of scandal, style, and Serena. Blake Lively just reminded us why 'Gossip Girl' will forever have a spot in our West Coast hearts - XOXO!