Blake Lively Net Worth 2024: How Much is the ‘Gossip Girl’ Star Worth?

Blake Lively net worth is estimated to be around $30 million as of 2024. Blake Lively is an American actress and model born on August 25, 1987. She is the daughter of actor Ernie Lively and started her acting career in his film “Sandman.” Lively gained fame with her role as Bridget Vreeland in “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” and its sequel.

Her international breakthrough came as Serena van der Woodsen in the hit CW series “Gossip Girl.” She also appeared in films like “Accepted,” “New York,” “I Love You,” “The Private Lives of Pippa Lee,” “The Town,” “Savages,” and “Green Lantern.”

Blake Lively received praise for her roles in “The Age of Adaline,” “Café Society,” and “A Simple Favor.” She starred in “The Shallows,” “All I See Is You,” and “The Rhythm Section,” and also directed Taylor Swift’s music video for “I Bet You Think About Me”.

What is Blake Lively Net Worth in 2024?

Blake Lively is an American actress and model with a net worth of $30 Million as of 2024, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The main source of Blake Lively’s net worth comes from her successful acting career, particularly her role as Serena van der Woodsen in the hit TV series “Gossip Girl,” which brought her significant fame and income.

In addition to her acting, Lively has earned money through endorsement deals with major brands like L’Oréal and Gucci. She’s also ventured into business, launching a successful lifestyle website called Preserve and investing in various ventures, including the non-alcoholic beverage company Betty Buzz. Her combined earnings from acting, endorsements, and business ventures have significantly contributed to her wealth.

Blake Lively’s Early Life and Education

Blake Ellender Brown also known as Blake Lively born on August 25, 1987, in Tarzana Los Angeles California comes from an entertainment family. Her mother Elaine was a talent scout and her father Ernie Lively was an actor. She was named after her grandmother’s brother. Blake has an older brother Eric and three half-siblings Lori, Robyn, and Jason, from her mother’s previous marriage. All of her family members have been involved in showbiz.

As a child, Blake Lively went with her parents to their acting classes because they didn’t want to leave her with a babysitter. Watching them teach helped her understand the basics of acting and built her confidence. She made her acting debut at age 10 in the 1998 film “Sandman” directed by her father. Though she had a small role it marked the start of her career. Initially, she wasn’t very interested in acting and planned to attend Stanford University.

Blake graduated from Burbank High School in 2005 where she was a cheerleader part of the championship choir and class president. Her brother arranged for her to audition during the summer. This led to her being cast as Bridget in “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” which she filmed between her junior and senior years.

Blake Lively’s Career

Career beginnings

“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” hit theaters in 2005. Blake Lively’s role earned her a Teen Choice Award nomination for “Choice Movie Breakout – Female.” In 2006, Lively acted alongside Justin Long in “Accepted” and had small parts in “Simon Says.” Though “Accepted” was panned by critics Lively’s performance won her a ‘Breakthrough Award’ from Hollywood Life.

In “Elvis and Anabelle” she played a bulimic beauty pageant contestant. Lively who had lost significant weight for the role described the process as challenging due to her love for food. Critics praised her performance marking it as a significant breakthrough.

Gossip Girl

In September 2007, Blake Lively landed the role of Serena van der Woodsen in the CW series “Gossip Girl” based on Cecily von Ziegesar’s novels. Initially planning to attend college, Lively chose to act instead though she was promised she could study part-time. She stayed with the show until it ended in 2012. Her first magazine cover was the November 2007 issue of CosmoGirl where she talked about her high school life and early career.

Lively returned as Bridget in “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2” with critics again praising her performance. By November 2008 the film had grossed over $44 million. In 2009, she played Gabrielle DiMarco in “New York I Love You” which despite good reviews did not perform well at the box office. Her role in “The Private Lives of Pippa Lee” was highly acclaimed with Paul Byrnes calling her performance “sensational.”

Blake Lively also appeared in “The Town” directed by Ben Affleck where Variety highlighted her powerful portrayal. In December 2009, she was featured in The Lonely Island’s “I Just Had Sex” music video. She starred as Carol Ferris in “Green Lantern” which earned over $219 million globally. Lively was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in 2011 and AskMen.com named her the most desirable woman of the year.

In 2012, Blake Lively acted in Oliver Stone’s “Savages” as Ophelia replacing Jennifer Lawrence. Critics noted her portrayal as “smart and sad.” She was also the face of Gucci Premiere that year.

Film career

In October 2013, Blake Lively became the new face of L’Oreal. Her role in “The Age of Adaline” as a woman who stops aging was a modest hit. The Atlantic praised her performance, particularly in the film’s emotional scenes. Lively also starred in “The Shallows” receiving positive reviews and Woody Allen’s “Café Society” which was well-received at the Cannes Film Festival.

Her 2016 film “All I See Is You” had mixed reviews but her performance was noted. In 2018, she shone in “A Simple Favor” receiving critical acclaim. Despite speculation about an Academy Award nomination, it did not materialize.

Lively’s role in “The Rhythm Section” as a drug-addicted assassin was noted for its realistic portrayal of vulnerability.

In May 2021, Blake Lively was announced as the lead in “Lady Killer.” She made her directorial debut with Taylor Swift’s “I Bet You Think About Me” music video in November 2021. In April 2022, it was revealed that she would direct an adaptation of the graphic novel “Seconds” by Bryan Lee O’Malley. In January 2023, Lively was cast as Lily Bloom in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel “It Ends with Us.”

Blake Lively’s Personal Life

Blake Lively dated Penn Badgley from 2007 to 2010 when they were both on “Gossip Girl.”

She met Ryan Reynolds in early 2010 while filming “Green Lantern.” They started dating in October 2011 married on September 9, 2012, and have four children born between December 2014 and February 2023. They live in Pound Ridge, New York.

Lively and Reynolds are close friends with Taylor Swift who named characters in her song “Betty” after their daughters.

Lively has stated she does not drink alcohol or use drugs.

Controversies

In 2020, after civil rights protests, Blake Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, apologized for their wedding at Boone Hall Plantation. This venue is linked to slavery, and Reynolds said they didn’t understand its history at the time. He admitted it was a huge mistake, saying, “It made us change our actions and how we see things.”

In March 2024, Lively apologized for a joke post she made about Princess Catherine’s family photo after her cancer diagnosis. Lively expressed regret on Instagram, saying she was “mortified” and sent well wishes.

On August 10, 2024, a journalist shared an old interview with Lively, calling it very uncomfortable. Around the same time, a clip resurfaced of Lively admitting she made a breast-shaped cake for her son’s first birthday, which led to heavy online criticism.

Advocacy

During the 2008 U.S. presidential election, Lively supported Barack Obama. She and Penn Badgley appeared in a pro-Obama ad for MoveOn.org’s Youth Vote program. The ad directed by Doug Liman aired on CW MTV and Comedy Central.

In 2013, Blake Lively was featured in a Gucci video for the “Chime for Change” campaign which focuses on women’s education, health, and justice. She has also worked to raise awareness about missing and exploited children and supports ongoing law enforcement efforts in this area.

Blake Lively’s Other ventures

Blake Lively describes herself as a “foodie and cook” and admires Martha Stewart and Nigella Lawson. In 2008, she baked a cake with Stewart on “The Martha Stewart Show.” A year later Lively expressed her ambition to start an interior decorating business driven by her love for antiques and design.

In 2010, she attended a cooking workshop at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and hopes to return for more training. She enjoys taking cooking classes while traveling to connect with local cultures. Lively has publicly mentioned her dream of owning a restaurant and even created a s’mores cupcake for Sprinkles in 2011.

Her wedding reception was featured in Martha Stewart Weddings in 2012 with a focus on food photography. In 2013, she appeared in Elle Decor to talk about designing a custom oven for her home and filmed a cooking segment for Vogue.

In 2014, Blake Lively launched Preserve a digital magazine and e-commerce site for unique handmade items. She closed it in 2015 to relaunch it properly.

In 2021, Lively introduced Betty Buzz a range of non-alcoholic mixers followed by Betty Booze a line of alcoholic canned cocktails in 2023.

Blake Lively Real Estate

In 2012, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds bought a country home near Bedford, New York, for $2.35 million. The house has 4,753 square feet and sits on 1.8 acres. It has a lovely garden that reminds people of the English countryside, with a stone terrace that overlooks a pond. This home gave them privacy, which Blake wanted because she dreamed of living in a quiet area.

However, they sold the home in 2013 for $2.495 million and bought another property nearby in Pound Ridge for $5.7 million. This new house was built in 1860 and sits on a much larger 11.65 acres of land. After buying it, they started renovating the house, though not much is known about the inside. Their new neighborhood is close to other famous people, like Martha Stewart, and it’s just a short drive from New York City.

When Blake and Ryan visit New York, they can stay in a trendy condo in Tribeca. Ryan bought a unit in the 433 Greenwich building, which used to be a factory built in 1882. This condo is popular with celebrities for its unique style. It has beautiful brick walls, big windows, and tall ceilings. Residents enjoy perks like a 24-hour concierge, an indoor pool, and underground parking.