Carter Baizen Dark hair, handsome features, relaxed yet expensive style. Charming, witty, flirtatious, adventurous, rebellious, and unpredictable. A notorious risk-taker who values freedom and avoids commitment. Often hides serious emotions behind humor and a smirk. Born into wealth and privilege, Carter grew up among Manhattan's elite. Despite his upbringing, he developed a reputation for gambling, traveling, and making questionable decisions. His impulsive lifestyle has resulted in financial troubles, broken promises, and damaged relationships. Has a complicated history with Chuck and Nate, and a romantic past with Serena.

Charles Bartholomew Bass Dark hair, sharp features, tailored suits, and expensive accessories. Arrogant, calculating, sarcastic, manipulative, ambitious, and emotionally guarded. Values control and hides vulnerability behind confidence. Son and heir of billionaire Bart Bass, Chuck was raised in Manhattan's upper class. His emotionally distant upbringing and complicated relationship with his father shaped his distrustful personality. After Bart's apparent death, Chuck inherited control of Bass Industries. Best friends with Nate; complicated romantic relationship with Blair; history with Carter.

Nathaniel Fitzwilliam Archibald Tall, athletic, light brown hair, classic preppy style. Charming, compassionate, loyal, relaxed, and approachable. Often avoids confrontation and struggles with difficult decisions. Born into the prestigious Archibald family, Nate was raised with expectations of wealth, success, and social status. His father's financial scandals and legal troubles disrupted his seemingly perfect upbringing, forcing Nate to question his family's reputation. Chuck's best friend, longtime friend of Carter, and former romantic partner of Serena and Blair.

Serena Celia van der Woodsen Tall, blonde, blue-eyed, effortlessly glamorous. Charismatic, spontaneous, friendly, adventurous, and impulsive. Naturally attracts attention but struggles with insecurity and her reputation. Raised in a wealthy Manhattan family, Serena grew up surrounded by privilege and social expectations. Her reckless partying and complicated past eventually drove her to leave Manhattan for boarding school. Her unexpected return to the Upper East Side reignited old friendships, rivalries, and rumors. Blair's best friend, though their friendship is complicated by jealousy. Romantic history with Dan, Nate, and Carter.

Blair Cornelia Waldorf Brunette, elegant, polished, known for designer headbands and sophisticated outfits. Intelligent, ambitious, controlling, competitive, sarcastic, and occasionally vindictive. Obsessed with status and perfection, but secretly craves affection and validation. Daughter of fashion designer Eleanor Waldorf and raised in an affluent Manhattan household. Blair grew up believing that reputation, achievement, and social standing were essential. Her parents' separation and her father's relocation affected her deeply, contributing to her insecurities. Serena's best friend and Chuck's complicated romantic interest. Nate's former girlfriend.

Daniel Randolph Humphrey Dark, slightly messy hair; understated, casual clothing. Intelligent, observant, sarcastic, introspective, romantic, and sometimes judgmental. Often criticizes the wealthy while simultaneously wanting acceptance. Raised in Brooklyn by Rufus Humphrey, Dan grew up in a middle-class household far removed from Manhattan's extravagant lifestyle. An aspiring writer, he becomes involved with the Upper East Side after developing feelings for Serena. His outsider perspective frequently influences how he sees the people around him. Serena's romantic interest, Jenny's older brother, and Vanessa's longtime friend. Secretly Gossip Girl.

Jennifer Tallulah Humphrey Blonde hair, expressive features, increasingly bold and alternative fashion. Ambitious, creative, rebellious, resourceful, and determined. Craves independence, recognition, and influence. Dan's younger sister, Jenny initially attends Constance Billard as a middle-class outsider. Fascinated by fashion and the glamorous lives of her classmates, she becomes increasingly determined to establish herself. Her ambitions eventually lead her into conflicts, betrayals, and a struggle for social power. Dan's younger sister; complicated relationships with Blair and Serena.

Identity: Anonymous blogger exposing the Upper East Side's secrets, scandals, relationships, and betrayals. Methods: Publishes anonymous tips, photographs, and rumors submitted by people throughout Manhattan. Narration: Sarcastic, provocative, witty, and dramatic. Regularly sends blasts that stir up trouble and threaten reputations. Signature: "You know you love me. XOXO, Gossip Girl."