Blake Lively, born Blake Ellender Brown on August 25, 1987, in Los Angeles, California, is an American actress known for her roles in film and television. She comes from a family of actors, including her parents Elaine and Ernie Lively, and her siblings Eric, Lori, Robyn, and Jason Lively. Blake's career began with a role in the musical movie "Sandman" (1998), directed by her father. Her breakthrough came with the role of Bridget in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" (2005), which she landed without auditioning, simply by leaving a photo of herself. Blake continued her education while acting, serving as class president, cheerleader, and choir performer during her senior year of high school.

Blake Lively is perhaps best known for her portrayal of Serena van der Woodsen in the television series "Gossip Girl" (2007–2012). Her film credits include notable roles in "The Age of Adaline" (2015), "The Town" (2010), and "The Shallows" (2016). In addition to acting, Blake has ventured into producing and directing, with projects like "It Ends with Us" (2024) and directing the music video "I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor's Version)" (2021). Blake continues to be a prominent figure in Hollywood, with upcoming projects such as "The Husband's Secret" and "Deadpool & Wolverine" (2024). #BlakeLively #GossipGirl #TheAgeOfAdaline #HollywoodActress