Leighton is Nylon's November 2014 Cover Girl!
Before you read our cover story on actress and musician Leighton Meester, remember: This is not about Blair. Yes, the Ft. Worth-born, LA-based gal recognized Gossip Girl is her claim to fame, but in actuality, Meester's actual, IRL tale is far more interesting. From her tough beginning, Meester has become a refined, inspirational young woman who is totally transcending not just Blair Waldorf, but Hollywood as a whole.
With a pop-influenced rock album set to release tomorrow, a stint on Broadway, and a starring role in the forthcoming romantic comedy Life Partners, it's safe to say that Meester has entered a whole new universe as a Hollywood starlet-and as a voice to be reckoned with.
Scoop up NYLON's November 2014 issue, on newsstands 11/4!
On Gossip Girl:
"I started the show when I was so young, and once it was over, I wanted to do things that were more exciting and challenging and more me-more my adult taste. Of course, that's said with nothing but gratitude and love for that experience in that time of my life."
On roles for women in Hollywood:
"As far as scripts go, the roles of women standing alone on their own as whole, real, full people are few and far between. So with both of those roles [Life Partners and Like Sunday, Like Rain], what I loved is that neither of them are centered around romantic relationships. They're flawed, real human beings that I could bread down and really enjoy playing. They're like me, in a way."
On approaching 30:
"Most people I know are starting to get married. It'll be kids next. I like the grown-up stuff. I like having a house. I've got dogs."
Come back for more behind-the-scenes and exclusive sneak peeks with our November cover girl. Don't forget to check out her album, too!
[Nylon]
I knew the scans we had were heavily edited. I love the cover now.