Blair Waldorf Was Born Behind BarsTurns out Leighton Meester’s family may have a checkered past. Which is not only completely insane, it totally ruins several potential plotlines on ‘Gossip Girl.’
Designers to Watch: Abigail LorickLorick’s line already has a huge TV following on ‘Gossip Girl.’ It doubles as Eleanor Waldorf’s collection on the hit show.
Governor Paterson Is Working His Tuchus Off in DenverCindy Adams reports that the lovable gov has been hauling butt around the Democratic National Convention. Plus, gossip about Chace Crawford (of course), Naomi Campbell, and Janice Dickinson.
In Which We See Lydia Hearst in Her UnderwearYeah, yeah, we know, we’re hardly the first. But we MIGHT be the first to stand awkwardly in her dressing room blurting out ‘Gossip Girl’ questions.
Lily of ‘Gossip Girl’ Named Her Real-life Son ‘Hermès’Also, his first words were, “I’m Chuck Bass.” Also: Derek Jeter imbibes, Matthew McConaughey does push-ups in the sand, and more in-character behavior, in our daily gossip roundup.
Ed Westwick to Design a Clothing Line?Rumor has it the ‘Gossip Girl’ star is in talks to design for a label associated with his ‘Vanity Fair’ photo shoot.
Peter Cook Primps for His Big DivorceChristie Brinkley’s ex gets a MAN-icure for the big day, Madonna’s brother continues his bizarre publicity campaign, and Cindy Adams picks up on some ‘Gossip Girl’ rumors.
Chuck Bass in Cab Car Crash!Ed Westwick, a.k.a. Chuck Bass from ‘Gossip Girl,’ was in a car crash last night on the way to his show. (Don’t worry, the end is not as sad as ‘Cruel Intentions.’)