History of Blake Lively in Timeline

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).

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

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.

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2010: Meeting Ryan Reynolds

In early 2010, Blake Lively met Ryan Reynolds while filming "Green Lantern".

October 2011: Beginning to date Ryan Reynolds

In October 2011, Blake Lively began dating Ryan Reynolds after meeting on the set of "Green Lantern".

2011: Spokeswoman for Chanel

In 2011, Blake Lively became a spokeswoman for Chanel and their new Mademoiselle handbag.

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: Statement on abstaining from drugs and alcohol

In 2012, Blake Lively shared in an interview with Allure that she doesn't drink alcohol and has never used drugs.

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.

December 2014: Birth of daughter James

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

September 2016: Birth of daughter Inez

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

October 2019: Birth of daughter Betty

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

2020: Apology for Boone Hall Plantation Wedding

In 2020, Blake Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds, publicly apologized for their wedding at Boone Hall Plantation due to its connection to slavery. Reynolds expressed regret and stated they remarried at home.