Kristen Bell Brings Gossip Girl Back to Life at SAG Awards 2025!

Well, well, well, if it isn’t New York’s favorite gossip queen causing a stir at the 2025 SAG Awards! Kristen Bell, who’s practically the godmother of teenage drama (thanks to her iconic role as Gossip Girl), took to the stage to host this year’s glittering affair, and of course, she couldn’t resist dropping a few juicy tidbits. It’s official—she and Leighton Meester, aka Blair Waldorf, are back together in the most delightfully unexpected way.
As the cameras rolled, Bell, with her signature sass, channeling her Gossip Girl persona, teased the audience with insider celeb gossip, revealing that not-so-lonely boy Timothée Chalamet was enjoying a steak dinner, while the fabulous Leighton, seated next to her, sheepishly admitted, “I’m just really hungry.” Cue the fans losing it! Who knew gourmet food was the real gossip at SAG?
For the uninitiated, Bell’s voicing of Gossip Girl spanned an incredible six seasons on the hit show that explored the luxurious yet tumultuous lives of Manhattan’s elite teens. And no one could forget Meester’s portrayal of Blair, whose trademark headband and fierce determination made her a style icon and fan favorite.
Their reunion sent ripples of nostalgia through fans who still binge-watch old episodes—yes, *Gossip Girl* is still making hearts race and generating new buzz with a reboot that’s uncovered a whole new generation of followers. According to recent reports from Entertainment Weekly, the original series has continued to maintain a significant cultural footprint, with buzz regarding reboots and continuations across various platforms.
In addition, this SAG Awards moment spotlighted not just a nostalgic callback but also the powerful ties of friendship forged in a show revered for its dramatic flair and romance, echoing the sentiments that some classic shows really do deserve a comeback.
Curious to see where the drama will unfold next? Keep your eyes peeled for more celebrity encounters and remember: you heard it here first from Gossip Girl herself.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, Variety, Vulture