TEN INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT

BLAKE LIVELY

Young Blake Lively developed her affinity for performing and began her career at 10.

Family-born Blake Lively was extensively involved in Hollywood. Mother Elaine Lively was a talent scout, and father Ernie Lively was an actor.

Blake Lively made a big splash when she played Serena van der Woodsen in "Gossip Girl."

Actress Blake Lively married Ryan Reynolds in 2012. It's now one of Hollywood's most beloved power couples.

Besides performing, Blake Lively has worked in business. Her lifestyle brand Preserve debuted in 2014.

Blake Lively was a successful model before acting. She appears in Chanel and Gucci ads.

Blake Lively loves cooking and considered culinary school before performing.

Blake Lively speaks English and Spanish. Her childhood year in California taught her Spanish.

Hiking, camping, and surfing are Blake Lively's hobbies. Social media is where she posts her adventures.

Blake Lively became good friends with many of her “Gossip Girl” co-stars.