Blake Lively, born Blake Ellender Brown on August 25, 1987, in Los Angeles, California, is an acclaimed American actress. Daughter of actor Ernie Lively, with several siblings in the entertainment industry. Attended Burbank High School, where she was a cheerleader and class president. Breakthrough Role was Bridget in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005). Gained fame as Serena van der Woodsen in the TV series Gossip Girl (2007-2012). Appeared in films like The Town (2010), Green Lantern (2011), The Age of Adaline (2015), and A Simple Favor (2018). Directed Taylor Swift’s music video “I Bet You Think About Me” (2021). Married to actor Ryan Reynolds since 2012. Children: They have four children together. Involved in various charitable activities and advocacy work. Launched a digital magazine and e-commerce site called Preserve, and later a line of non-alcoholic drink mixers, Betty Buzz. Known for her love of cooking and baking, often taking culinary classes.