Leighton Meester and Adam Brody: Unveiling the Extraordinary Journey of Their Love
Explore the enchanting love story of Leighton Meester and Adam Brody as we take you through the captivating timeline of their relationship, from their early beginnings to their blissful present Don't miss a single moment of this celebrity romance!
Blair Waldorf and Seth Cohen will always be together! Leighton Meester and Adam Brody are the perfect couple that television has given us in real life.
The Gossip Girl actress and the former star of The O.C. began their relationship in 2013. While they typically keep their love life private, they have expressed their love for each other in heartfelt ways throughout the years.
"I am content with where I am now, so I wouldn't change anything from my past," expressed Meester during an interview with PorterEdit in September 2018. She further added, "Having a child and meeting my soulmate, along with being in a satisfying place in my career, are some of the many blessings I feel fortunate to have."
In a later conversation with Shape magazine in March 2019, the Single Parents star emphasized her love for her domestic life, living with Brody and their daughter, Arlo. She stated, "I don't believe in achieving perfect balance, especially for working mothers, and I can't even fathom the challenges faced by single mothers." Reflecting on their family dynamic, she shared, "There are days when my husband cooks dinner and other days when I take charge. On some occasions, when I'm too exhausted, a bowl of cereal suffices as my dinner. It's just the way we adapt to make it work."
She expressed that spending time with her loved ones, such as friends and family, gives her a tremendous boost of confidence. She believes that these meaningful relationships, both personal and professional, contribute to her overall happiness. In a 2014 Reddit chat, Brody, who became a father with Meester in 2020, playfully disclosed an interesting aspect of their marriage. When a fan asked about their relationship, he shared, "I contribute in some ways, but she takes on the major responsibilities figuratively. As for the literal heavy lifting, that falls on me."
Six years later, the StartUp alum offered fans a glimpse into the couple's life with two children during the coronavirus pandemic and quarantine. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight in October 2020, he expressed that despite the global state of affairs, it had been a rather joyful experience. Take a look below for a timeline of Meester and Brody's relationship.
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Leighton Meester and Adam Brody: A Timeline of Their Relationship
Blair Waldorf and Seth Cohen forever! Leighton Meester and Adam Brody are the real-life crossover couple that television has blessed Us with.
The Gossip Girl alumnus and former O.C. star began their relationship in 2013. While they usually keep their romance private, they have expressed their love for each other throughout the years.
Speaking to PorterEdit in September 2018, Meester said, "I wouldn't change anything in the past because I'm content with where I am now. It's one of the many incredible aspects of not only having a child and finding your soulmate, but also feeling fortunate in my career and being in a position I truly desire."
In March 2019, the star of Single Parents expressed her love for her home life with Brody and their daughter, Arlo, during an interview with Shape magazine. She stated that she does not believe in balance, especially for working mothers and single mothers. She acknowledged that some days her husband cooks dinner while other days she does, and on days when she is too tired, she simply has a bowl of cereal for dinner. This flexibility and compromise is what enables them to make it work.
Furthermore, she emphasized that spending time with her loved ones, including friends and family, boosts her confidence and brings her the most happiness. This applies both to her personal relationships and her relationships at work. She believes that as long as she is thriving in these areas, she considers herself to be doing well.
In 2020, Brody and Meester welcomed a son. During a Reddit chat in 2014, Brody shared a playful detail about their marriage, mentioning that while he does some tasks, she takes on the majority of the responsibilities figuratively. He jokingly added that he does the heavy lifting literally. Six years later, during the coronavirus pandemic and quarantine, Brody provided fans with a glimpse into their life with two children. Despite the difficult circumstances, he described the experience as blissful in an interview with Entertainment Tonight in October 2020.
Scroll down to look back at a timeline of Meester and Brody’s love:
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2007
Brody shared in March 2021 that he first encountered Meester while she was working on Gossip Girl.
During an episode of Anna Faris' "Unqualified" podcast, Brody reminisced about their initial meeting, mentioning that they were introduced by Josh Schwartz, who produced both shows. The entire Gossip Girl cast was dining at Canter's Deli in Los Angeles, a place where Brody spent much of his time during his twenties. As he was leaving, Schwartz introduced them.
Over the following years, Brody casually crossed paths with Meester before they reunited on the set of the 2011 movie The Oranges. During that time, Brody was involved with someone else, and their interactions were limited to occasional encounters through mutual work friends. However, it wasn't until around a year after the movie, when Brody was single, that they got together.
He remarked, "However, I had no clue about her true nature. Frankly, for the initial few years when I hadn't acquainted myself with her, I presumed she probably wasn't a good person, possibly due to the influence of television series like Gossip Girl. Not to imply that I generalized this perception to all actresses - I didn't. On the contrary, I appreciate dating actors, as I always reject such stereotypes."
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2011
The dynamic duo of actors reunited in 2011 while filming The Oranges, with a source revealing, "They were always close and friendly." They continued their collaboration in 2014 on Life Partners.
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2013
We broke the news in February 2013 that the Gilmore Girls alum and the Country Strong actress were “hanging out” and dating.
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2013
The pair held hands during their first public appearance as a couple in June 2013 at the premiere of Brody’s film Some Girl(s).
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2014
Multiple sources exclusively revealed to Us in February 2014 that the lovebirds said “I do” in an intimate ceremony in Northern California.
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2014
Meester and Brody walked their first red carpet as a married couple at the Tony Awards in June 2014, just four months after the romantic occasion.
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2015
Us exclusively confirmed in September 2015 that the A-listers welcomed their first child together, daughter Arlo.
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2017
The couple, known for keeping a low profile, granted their inaugural joint interview in June 2017. During the interview, they expressed their joy over the fact that their iconic characters ended up together in real life. They amusingly disclosed that they occasionally reminisce about it, specifically on what they dubbed "Seth and Blair day." "It's a good source of amusement for us," quipped Meester to Entertainment Tonight at the time. "While it doesn't particularly excite us, as we're simply human beings, we find it thrilling that it excites you. It's pretty cool."
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2019
Brody and Meester made a rare public appearance together at the premiere of his film Ready or Not in Los Angeles in August 2019
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2020
Meester revealed in March 2020 that she is expecting baby No. 2, showing her baby bump in photos obtained by Daily Mail.
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2020
Brody announced the birth of the couple’s second child, “a dream boy,” in a September 2020 Twitch video.
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2020
In October 2020, the actor from Shazam! candidly shared his family's quarantine journey during the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, he expressed, "Despite the state of the world, it has been a rather serene experience. Many parents share this sentiment."
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2021
During his March 2021 interview on "Unqualified," Brody affectionately referred to his wife as a "divine being." He compared her to Joan of Arc, emphasizing her remarkable strength and character. For him, she serves as both a moral compass and a guiding light. Brody enthusiastically expressed his admiration, unable to sufficiently articulate his praise for her exceptional qualities.
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2022
Meester and Brody continue to thrive in their marriage after eight years, radiating pure happiness. According to a source, their love for each other remains just as strong as the day they first met, making it difficult to comprehend that nearly a decade has passed.
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2022
The pair made a rare red carpet appearance at the New York City premiere of Brody's FX show, Fleishman Is in Trouble, in November.
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2023
During an episode of the "Popcrushed" podcast in April 2023, Brody reminisced about his initial encounter with Meester. He vividly recalled spotting her while she was enjoying a meal with her Gossip Girl colleagues at Canter's Deli in Los Angeles. Brody's feelings for her were immediate and lasting, as he admitted to being infatuated from the very beginning. Despite briefly working together, it took several years for them to truly get to know each other. Brody couldn't help but gush about Meester, describing her as delightful and incredibly kind.
The Isabelle actor recollected how his current wife had always seemed mysterious to him for a prolonged period of time. He mentioned that he couldn't fully grasp her personality from the start. Brody amusingly remarked that she frequently seemed ready to let their connection fade away.
A few months later, it was revealed that Brody and Meester would be acting alongside each other in an upcoming thrilling film. Titled River Wild, the trailer for this movie was released in July 2023. It tells the story of the two protagonists who find themselves stranded on a whitewater rafting trip and must strive to survive in the wilderness.
