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Penn Badgley

Penn Badgley is an American actor and producer. He gained prominence for his role as Dan Humphrey in the teen drama series *Gossip Girl* (2007-2012). More recently, he stars as Joe Goldberg in the Netflix psychological thriller series *You* (2018-present). His work on these popular series has established him as a recognized figure in contemporary television.

3 hours ago : Penn Badgley Praises Blake Lively Amid Baldoni Drama, Credits Her for Saving Him

Penn Badgley expressed admiration for ex-girlfriend Blake Lively amidst legal issues involving Justin Baldoni. He credited Lively for shielding him from the negative aspects of fame during their relationship, acknowledging her positive influence.

1980: Character Relived His Life

In 2002, Penn Badgley played a 34-year-old character in Do Over who gets a second chance to get his life right, thanks to a freakish accident that catapults him back to 1980.

November 1, 1986: Penn Badgley Born

On November 1, 1986, Penn Dayton Badgley was born. He is an American actor and producer.

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1987: Original Release of The Stepfather

In 2009, Penn Badgley starred in the thriller film The Stepfather, a remake of the 1987 film.

1991: Jeff Buckley Performed His Father's Songs

In the 2012 film Greetings from Tim Buckley, Penn Badgley portrayed Jeff Buckley, leading up to and culminating with his 1991 performance of his father's songs.

1998: Recorded Unreleased Pop Single

In 1998, at the age of 12, Penn Badgley recorded an unreleased pop single, later describing it as "terrible" and "misguided".

1999: Voice Work for Video Games

In 1999, Penn Badgley's first credit was voice work for the video game Mario Golf 64.

2000: Role on The Young and the Restless

In 2000, Penn Badgley began playing Phillip Chancellor IV on the soap opera The Young and the Restless.

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2000: Voice Work for Mario Tennis 64

In 2000, Penn Badgley did voice work for the video game Mario Tennis 64.

2001: Leaves The Young and the Restless

In 2001, Penn Badgley ended his role as Phillip Chancellor IV on the soap opera The Young and the Restless.

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2001: Young Artist Award Nomination

In 2001, Penn Badgley was nominated for the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Daytime Series for his performance in The Young and the Restless.

2002: Starred in Do Over

In 2002, Penn Badgley starred in The WB's comedy-drama series Do Over as Joel Larsen.

2004: Starred in The Mountain

From 2004 to 2005, Penn Badgley starred in the series The Mountain.

2005: Starred in The Mountain

From 2004 to 2005, Penn Badgley starred in the series The Mountain.

2006: Featured in John Tucker Must Die

In 2006, Penn Badgley appeared in the comedy film John Tucker Must Die.

2006: Starred in The Bedford Diaries

In 2006, Penn Badgley starred in the WB series The Bedford Diaries.

2007: Featured in Drive-Thru

In 2007, Penn Badgley appeared in the film Drive-Thru.

2007: Began Relationship with Blake Lively

In 2007, Penn Badgley began a relationship with Gossip Girl co-star Blake Lively.

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2007: Cast in Gossip Girl

In 2007, Penn Badgley began his role as Dan Humphrey in The CW teen drama series Gossip Girl.

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2007: Cast as Dan Humphrey in Gossip Girl

In 2007, Penn Badgley was cast as Dan Humphrey in The CW's teen drama series Gossip Girl.

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2008: Supported Barack Obama

During the 2008 United States presidential election, Penn Badgley supported Barack Obama and appeared in a commercial as part of MoveOn's Youth Vote program.

2008: Father's Political Candidacy

In 2008, Penn Badgley's father was the Green Party candidate for governor of Washington state.

2009: Featured in The Stepfather

In 2009, Penn Badgley appeared in the film The Stepfather.

March 2010: Joined Red Cross National Celebrity Cabinet

In March 2010, Penn Badgley was announced as a member of the American Red Cross National Celebrity Cabinet.

2010: Featured in Easy A

In 2010, Penn Badgley appeared in the film Easy A.

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2010: Ended Relationship with Blake Lively

In 2010, Penn Badgley ended his relationship with Gossip Girl co-star Blake Lively.

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2011: Featured in Margin Call

In 2011, Penn Badgley appeared in the film Margin Call.

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2011: Began Relationship with Zoë Kravitz

In 2011, Penn Badgley began dating actress Zoë Kravitz.

2011: Supported Occupy Wall Street

In 2011, Penn Badgley supported the Occupy Wall Street movement.

2011: Named One of People's "25 Beauties (and Hotties) at 25"

In 2011, Penn Badgley was named one of People's "25 Beauties (and Hotties) at 25".

December 2012: Joined Parts per Billion Cast

In December 2012, Penn Badgley joined the cast of Parts per Billion.

2012: Featured in Greetings from Tim Buckley

In 2012, Penn Badgley appeared in the film Greetings from Tim Buckley.

2012: Gossip Girl Ended

In 2012, The CW teen drama series Gossip Girl ended, in which Penn Badgley played the role of Dan Humphrey.

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2013: Ended Relationship with Zoë Kravitz

In 2013, Penn Badgley ended his relationship with actress Zoë Kravitz.

2014: Parts per Billion Release

In 2014, Parts per Billion, where Badgley joined the cast in December 2012, was released.

2014: Began Dating Domino Kirke

In 2014, Penn Badgley began dating singer Domino Kirke.

2015: Recurring Role in The Slap

In 2015, Penn Badgley had a recurring role in NBC's miniseries The Slap.

2015: Band Name Change to MOTHXR

In 2015, Penn Badgley's band changed its name from M O T H E R to MOTHXR due to a cease-and-desist from another band.

2015: Became a Member of the Baha'i Faith

Since 2015, Penn Badgley has been a member of the Baha'i Faith.

February 26, 2016: MOTHXR's Debut Album Release

On February 26, 2016, MOTHXR, the band Penn Badgley was in, released their debut album Centerfold.

2016: Featured in The Paper Store

In 2016, Penn Badgley appeared in the film The Paper Store.

February 27, 2017: Married Domino Kirke

On February 27, 2017, Penn Badgley married Domino Kirke in a New York courthouse and became the stepfather of Kirke's son.

September 2018: Stars in Netflix series You

Since September 2018, Penn Badgley has starred as Joe Goldberg in the Netflix series You.

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2018: Stars in Netflix's You

In 2018, Penn Badgley began starring as Joe Goldberg in the Netflix psychological thriller series You.

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October 2019: Cast in Here Today

In October 2019, Penn Badgley was cast in the independent film Here Today.

February 2020: Announced Pregnancy

In February 2020, Domino Kirke and Penn Badgley announced they were expecting their first child together.

August 2020: Birth of Son James

In August 2020, Domino Kirke and Penn Badgley's son, James, was born.

May 2021: Here Today Release

In May 2021, the independent film Here Today, where Penn Badgley was cast in October 2019, was released.

May 18, 2022: Launched Podcrushed Podcast

On May 18, 2022, Penn Badgley launched the podcast Podcrushed with cohosts Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari.

June 2024: Starred in "The Boy Is Mine" Music Video

In June 2024, Penn Badgley starred with Brandy and Monica in the music video for Ariana Grande's "The Boy Is Mine".

March 1, 2025: Announced Expecting Twins

On March 1, 2025, Domino Kirke and Penn Badgley announced that they are expecting twins.