Leighton Meester

Leighton Meester is an American actress also known for releasing a music album, Heartstrings, modeling, and charity. Leighton was several times featured in the “Hot 100” list of Maxim magazine. 

Early Accomplishments

At the age of 11, Leighton began to work with Wilhelmina modeling agency in New York. Among her most notable accomplishments were Ralph Loren’s campaign and a photo shoot with Sofia Coppola.

For the first time, Leighton appeared on the screen in the role of Alyssa Turner in Law & Order TV series (1999). Her first big-screen appearance took place in 2003 in Hangman's Curse movie.

Best Known For

Leighton’s most famous role is Blair, the main character of Gossip Girl teen series. The series lasted 5 years from 2007 to 2012 and obtained her world fame.

Leighton’s parents (Constance and Doug) participated in international drug trafficking. While being pregnant with Leighton, her mother was sentenced to 10 years in prison. Though, Leighton encompasses to have a normal childhood, as after a while Constance was set free. 

Leighton has two brothers: Douglas Logan Meester (b.1983) and Alexander (b.1994).

With her husband, Leighton has a daughter Arlo Day (b.2015).

Religion

Leighton hasn’t openly expressed any preferences in religion which is likely because she is non-religious. It is, however, possible Leighton had a catholic upbringing, as the actress mentions attending a catholic school. She also practices meditation. However, this fact may not align with any religious beliefs.

Worth To Know

The name “Leighton” has Dutch origins.

Leighton’s natural hair color is blonde. She drastically changed it for the Gossip Girl series. 

Leighton has a flower tattoo on her wrist which was covered during Gossip Girl shootings.