Blake Ellender Lively is an American actress, model and celebrity homemaker. She starred as Serena van der Woodsen in the television teen drama series Gossip Girl, Born: August 25, 1987 , Los Angeles, California, United States Height: 5' 10" (1.78 m) Spouse: Ryan Reynolds (m. 2012) Siblings: Robyn Lively, Eric Lively, Lori Lively, Jason Lively Parents: Elaine Lively, Ernie Lively