Age, Biography and Wiki
Leighton Meester was born on April 9, 1986, in Fort Worth, Texas. She began her career as a child model and transitioned into acting, appearing in shows like "Law & Order" and "24" before her breakout role in "Gossip Girl" from 2007 to 2012. Her portrayal of Blair Waldorf catapulted her to international fame, and she has since appeared in films such as "Country Strong," "The Roommate," and "Monte Carlo." Meester is also known for her music career, releasing her debut album "Heartstrings" in 2014.
| Occupation | Stage Actress |
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| Date of Birth | 9 April 1986 |
| Age | 39 Years |
| Birth Place | Fort Worth, Texas, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Leighton Meester stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) and has a slender build. While specific weight measurements are not widely available, her physical appearance is often highlighted through her fashion endorsements and public appearances.
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Dating & Relationship status
Leighton Meester is married to actor Adam Brody, known for his roles in "The O.C." and "Single Parents." The couple tied the knot in 2014 and has two children together.
Leighton Marissa Meester (born April 9, 1986) is an American actress, singer, and model. She is known for her starring role as Blair Waldorf on the CW television series Gossip Girl, which ran from 2007 to 2012. She has also appeared in films such as Killer Movie (2008), Country Strong (2010), The Roommate (2011), Monte Carlo (2011), The Oranges (2011), The Judge (2014), The Weekend Away (2022), and EXmas (2023). She portrayed Angie D'Amato on the ABC sitcom Single Parents (2018–2020). Meester made her Broadway debut in Of Mice and Men (2014).
She has an older brother, Douglas Logan Meester (born 1983), and a younger brother, Alexander "Lex" Meester (born 1994). Their mother is of Irish descent, while their father has Dutch ancestry. At the time of her birth, Meester's parents were serving time in a federal prison for their involvement in a drug ring that smuggled marijuana from Jamaica to the United States. Constance was able to give birth to Leighton in a hospital and nurse her for three months in a halfway house, before returning to prison to complete her sentence. Her paternal grandparents cared for Meester during this period. She has maintained that her parents gave her a normal upbringing and, despite their criminal past, has stated, "It made me realize that you can't judge anyone—especially your parents—for what they've done in their past, because people change." She grew up in Marco Island, Florida, where she participated in productions at a local playhouse. Her parents separated in 1992.
When she was 11 years old, Meester and her siblings moved with their mother to New York City. She attended the Professional Children's School and began working as a model with Wilhelmina, booking a Ralph Lauren campaign shot by Bruce Weber, and working with then-photographer Sofia Coppola. Meester also booked commercials for Tamagotchi and Clearasil, and modeled for Limited Too alongside Amanda Seyfried. At age 14, she relocated to Los Angeles and attended Hollywood and Beverly Hills High Schools. Meester then transferred to a small private school and graduated a year earlier than usual.
In April 2014, her comedy film Life Partners premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. It follows the friendship between a lesbian (Meester) and a straight woman (Gillian Jacobs) who begin a new relationship. Meester made her Broadway debut in the stage adaptation of John Steinbeck's novel Of Mice and Men, starring opposite James Franco and Chris O'Dowd. The production filmed and broadcast in cinemas for one night through National Theatre Live, the first Broadway production to be selected by the program. She then appeared opposite Robert Downey, Jr., Robert Duvall, and Vera Farmiga in the David Dobkin-directed comedy-drama film The Judge, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and released in October 2014. Meester next appeared in Like Sunday, Like Rain directed by Frank Whaley, playing the girlfriend of Green Day's singer Billie Joe Armstrong, and By the Gun, alongside Ben Barnes. She won the Best Actress Award for Like Sunday, Like Rain at the 2014 Williamsburg Independent Film Festival. She was the face of French brand Naf Naf's autumn/winter 2014 collection.
In January 2018, Meester joined the cast of Semper Fi, starring alongside Jai Courtney, Nat Wolff and Finn Wittrock, which was released in October 2019. Meester starred in ABC's Single Parents alongside Taran Killam, which premiered in September 2018 and was cancelled after two seasons. In 2018, Meester had a guest role on The Last Man on Earth and in 2019, Meester was a guest star in an episode of The Orville titled "Lasting Impressions" as Laura Huggins. She reprised the role in the 2022 episode "Twice in a Lifetime".
In 2022, she appeared in a recurring role of Meredith in How I Met Your Father, starred in the thriller film The Weekend Away, and voiced a role in the animated film My Father's Dragon. She then starred in the holiday film EXmas (2023). In October 2024, she was announced to be joining the cast of The Buccaneers for season two.
In July 2011, Meester and her mother, Constance, filed lawsuits against each other over Meester's financial support of her younger brother, Alexander, who has multiple health problems. Meester's suit claimed that her mother used the money she sent for "cosmetic procedures", such as botox and hair extensions. Her mother's suit made a counterclaim alleging breach of contract and physical abuse. Constance claimed that a verbal contract was in place where Meester had promised $10,000 a month, instead of the $7,500 she received. Her mother also claimed that she was due a larger sum in return for "sacrificing her own happiness" when she moved Meester to Los Angeles as a child to pursue acting.
In court, the judge dismissed this claim. Constance accused her daughter of calling social services and fabricating a claim that she was abusing Alexander; investigators interviewed Meester and found no merit in the complaint. In November 2011, Constance dropped the $3 million claim for damages. Meester said that she would be willing to pay for her brother's medical expenses as well as his school tuition, but denied that she agreed to pay $10,000 each month, which she stated was a "ridiculous" claim. Meester obtained a default judgment on December 7, 2011. In June 2012, Meester won the lawsuit, with the judge rejecting the claims in her mother's counter-suit.
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Leighton Meester's combined net worth with her husband Adam Brody is estimated to be around $14 million according to some sources, although other reports suggest her individual net worth could be higher, potentially around $16 million. Her income comes from her acting career in television and film, as well as her music and modeling endeavors.
Career, Business and Investments
Meester's career spans both television and film. She began her acting journey with roles in "Law & Order" and "24," then gained prominence with "Gossip Girl." Post-"Gossip Girl," she starred in films like "The Roommate" and "Monte Carlo," and returned to television with shows like "Making History" and "Single Parents." Beyond acting, Meester has ventured into music with her album "Heartstrings" and has been a brand ambassador for Vera Wang's fragrance, among other fashion collaborations.
She next starred in the comedy film That's My Boy, alongside Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, and Milo Ventimiglia, which was released in June 2012. The film received mainly negative reviews, was nominated for eight Golden Raspberry Awards, and was a box office failure, grossing less than $58 million, failing to recoup its production budget of $70 million. In August 2012, Meester, Wilmer Valderrama and Vanessa Curry appeared in house music group The Nomads' music video for "Addicted to Love". She was unavailable to reprise her role as Carrie Bishop in the film Veronica Mars due to scheduling issues, and was replaced by singer Andrea Estella of the band Twin Sister. In October 2013, Biotherm, a French luxury skincare company, announced Meester as its new global ambassador.
Meester has graced the cover of numerous international fashion magazines, including US' Lucky, Flaunt, Shape, Nylon, Allure, Teen Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and Rolling Stone; Indonesia's Elle, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan and CosmoGirl; UK's Company and InStyle; Morocco's L'Officiel; Australia's Cleo; Mexico's GQ and Seventeen; Russia's Elle Girl and Joy and Italy's Glamour. She has appeared in commercials and print ads throughout her career. She has appeared in print ads for Missoni, Reebok, Herbal Essences, Vera Wang and Jimmy Choo. In 2013, she worked as a global brand ambassador for skin care company Biotherm. In 2022 she became the face for the luxury fashion retail platform Farfetch.
Social Network
Leighton Meester maintains a relatively private social media presence, focusing more on her professional life and family. She is active on platforms like Instagram, where she occasionally shares updates about her personal and professional ventures.
In April 2012, Meester announced via Twitter a five-city tour with Check in the Dark, which started on May 29 and ended on June 4, 2012. Reflecting on her past pop collaborations, she said she "loved" them, but that folk music was "a lot closer to [her] heart." In May 2012, she endorsed the Philippine clothing brand Penshoppe's campaign All Stars. In June, Meester said she and the band had recorded all the songs for an album that served as a demo.
In May 2019, Meester worked together with Feeding America and Los Angeles Food Bank to help families in need. "Together, we helped fill grocery baskets for families who lined up to receive important staples, like fruit, rice and cereal," Meester wrote in an Instagram post.
Meester is popular on social media and endorses products such as beauty and wellness products on Instagram. She has 6.9 million followers on Instagram, and 1.5 million followers on Twitter as of February 2024. She has partnered with several brands, including Shamrock Farms, Nexxus New York Salon and Sunglass Hut.
Education
Meester attended the Professional Performing Arts School in New York City. She has emphasized the importance of her early education in arts and performance, which helped her transition smoothly into her acting career.
Meester has been volunteering with the non-profit organization Feeding America since 2017. During her first two years working with Feeding America, she has volunteered at Los Angeles' Downtown Women's Center and assisted with relief efforts in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria in 2017. Meester and Adam Brody also worked with children at Para Los Niños Charter School in Los Angeles, where they helped the organization serve lunches to children. In January 2019, she participated in Feeding America's campaign with Subway and Shamrock Farms.
