Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Blake Lively
Discover the career path of Blake Lively, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Blake Lively is an American actress who began her career with a role in her father's film, Sandman (1998). Her breakout role was in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005) and its sequel. Lively gained significant recognition for her portrayal of Serena van der Woodsen in the television series Gossip Girl (2007–2012). She also appeared in several films during this time, including New York, I Love You (2008), The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (2009), The Town (2010), and Savages (2012).
2008: Support for Barack Obama
During the 2008 United States presidential election, Blake Lively voiced her support for Barack Obama. She also appeared in a pro-Obama commercial with Penn Badgley, which was part of MoveOn.org's Youth Vote program, and aired during "Gossip Girl" on the CW, MTV, and Comedy Central.
2010: Meeting Ryan Reynolds
In early 2010, Blake Lively met Ryan Reynolds while filming "Green Lantern".
2011: Spokeswoman for Chanel
In 2011, Blake Lively became a spokeswoman for Chanel and their new Mademoiselle handbag.
October 2013: Spokeswoman for L'Oreal
In October 2013, Blake Lively became a spokeswoman for L'Oreal.
2013: Involvement in Gucci's Chime for Change campaign
In 2013, Blake Lively appeared in a video clip for Gucci's "Chime for Change" campaign, which aims to raise funds and awareness of women's issues in education, health, and justice.
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