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 with a role in the film *Sandman* (1998), directed by her father, Ernie Lively. Her breakthrough came with *The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants* (2005) and its sequel. She achieved widespread recognition for her role as Serena van der Woodsen in the CW teen drama *Gossip Girl* (2007–2012). During this time, she also appeared in films such as *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

August 25, 1987: Blake Lively's Birth

On August 25, 1987, Blake Ellender Brown, known professionally as Blake Lively, was born. She is an American actress and the daughter of actor Ernie Lively.

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2005: Graduation from Burbank High School and cast as Bridget in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

In 2005, Blake Lively graduated from Burbank High School and was cast as Bridget in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.

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2008: Baking a Cake with Martha Stewart

In 2008, Blake Lively baked a cake with Martha Stewart during an episode of The Martha Stewart Show.

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2010: Attending Le Cordon Bleu Workshop

In 2010, Blake Lively attended a tailor-made workshop at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris.

2011: Creation of S'mores Cupcake for Sprinkles

In 2011, Blake Lively created a s'mores cupcake to be sold at Sprinkles bakeries.

September 9, 2012: Married Ryan Reynolds

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

2012: Discussed lifestyle choices with Allure

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

2012: Wedding Reception Featured in Martha Stewart Weddings

In 2012, Blake Lively's wedding reception was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings.

2013: Appearance in Elle Decor and Vogue Cooking Segment

In 2013, Blake Lively appeared in Elle Decor to recount her experiences designing a custom La Cornue oven and filmed a cooking segment for Vogue's website, demonstrating how to make a brie pastry.

December 2014: Birth of first daughter

In December 2014, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds welcomed their first daughter.

September 2016: Birth of second daughter

In September 2016, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds welcomed their second daughter.

October 2019: Birth of third daughter

In October 2019, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds welcomed their third daughter.

2020: Apology for Boone Hall Plantation Wedding

Following civil rights protests in 2020, Blake Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds, publicly apologized for using Boone Hall Plantation as their wedding venue due to its association with slavery.