Born on April 9, 1986, in Fort Worth, Texas, she rose to fame with her role as Blair Waldorf on the hit TV series "Gossip Girl" (2007–2012). Her acting career began with guest roles on shows like "Law & Order" before moving on to film, starring in "Country Strong" (2010) and "The Roommate" (2011). Beyond acting, she has pursued music, releasing the album "Heartstrings" in 2014. Alongside her entertainment career, she is known for her advocacy work and personal life with actor Adam Brody.