Blair Waldorf is getting her own book—is it finally time for Leighton Meester to reclaim her Queen B crown?

When Gossip Girl fans heard the news that Cecily von Ziegesar, the author who started it all, is writing a brand-new standalone novel centred on Blair Waldorf, the internet got flooded with screenshots of Queen B’s best scheming moments. The book, Blair, is set about 20 years after the original story, with Waldorf now in her early 40s and heading back to New York City to reclaim her place in the Upper East Side social game. Think bigger parties, sharper outfits, and older but no less ruthless rivalries. It is tentatively slated to be out on the stands in 2027 and is already being hyped as a major Gossip Girl resurgence.

What makes this especially exciting is the way this could bridge the gap between book and screen. With a book screening being in the works, a screen adaptation is not just wishful thinking; it might be a real possibility. And if it does happen, the one question that immediately pops up in every fan corner of the internet is: Is Leighton Meester coming back as Waldorf? 

It has been established over the years that no one else could fill Waldorf's spot in the Upper East Side pantheon, and if there is a sequel on screens indeed, then fans only want to watch the one who made the character iconic in the first place—Leighton Meester.

A quick refresher

When Gossip Girl premiered in 2007, it quickly became the defining teen drama of its era. Based on von Ziegesar’s YA novels, the series plunged audiences into the glittering, competitive world of New York’s elite teens. At the centre of it all was Blair Waldorf, impeccably dressed, owner of the best hairbands, and the fiercely strategic queen of Constance Billard. Loyal friend to Serena van der Woodsen, frenemies turned soulmates with Chuck Bass, and relentlessly ambitious, Waldorf wasn’t just a character; she was a phenomenon, and a personality guide for all the teens who grew up with her. Her journey from high school royalty to a young woman chasing her dreams became a blueprint for many.

Waldorf's appeal wasn’t just in her fashion. She was complicated, vulnerable under that polished surface, and most importantly: relatable. Even now, more than a decade after the show ended, she is one of the most talked-about characters in the franchise. Her dynamic with Bass became one of TV’s most-discussed romances, her friendships and rivalries a reference point for anyone who has ever tried to balance ambition with heart.

The upcoming Blair novel has not been confirmed as a web show yet, but with the cult status of the original show and the fan frenzy, we are all watching closely. Fans have already started speculating about whether a sequel could mirror the book’s timeline and bring Waldorf back to life on screen. And if it does, the name at the top of every fan wishlist is none other than Leighton Meester. 

There is no doubt that a sequel series about Waldorf would be an instant hit. The original show became a cult classic not just for its gossip-laden narration but because it turned its characters into people we still refer and relate to today. A return to that world with Waldorf at the forefront, now older, sharper, and with decades of untold stories, would be a moment pop culture would not take lightly. And if that comes with Queen B herself back in the role? Let’s just say the fandom is already losing its calm!

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