Childhood and Education Journey of Blake Lively in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Blake Lively. A timeline of key moments.

Blake Lively is an American actress who began her career in her father's film, Sandman (1998). She gained recognition for her role in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005) and its sequel. Lively achieved widespread fame portraying Serena van der Woodsen in the television series Gossip Girl (2007–2012). During this time, she also appeared in supporting roles in films like New York, I Love You (2008), The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (2009), The Town (2010), and Savages (2012).

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2010: Meeting Ryan Reynolds

In early 2010, Blake Lively met Ryan Reynolds while filming Green Lantern, in which they co-starred.

September 9, 2012: Marriage to Ryan Reynolds

On September 9, 2012, Blake Lively married Ryan Reynolds at Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

2012: Abstinence from Alcohol and Drugs

In 2012, Blake Lively stated in an interview with Allure that she does not drink and has never tried drugs.

December 2014: Birth of First Daughter

In December 2014, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' first daughter was born.

September 2016: Birth of Second Daughter

In September 2016, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' second daughter was born.

October 2019: Birth of Third Daughter

In October 2019, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' third daughter was born.

2020: Apology for Boone Hall Plantation Wedding

Following the civil rights protests in 2020, Blake Lively's husband Ryan Reynolds publicly apologized and expressed regret for their use of the Boone Hall Plantation for their wedding due to its association with slavery.