Leighton Meester fondly recalls that iconic Gossip Girl kiss moment that had Blair and Dan fans freaking out
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The Unexpected Chemistry That Shocked Fans
Leighton Meester recently took a fun trip down memory lane, revisiting one of Gossip Girl’s most jaw-dropping moments.
During Bustle’s “Icons Only” segment, she watched that scene where Blair and Dan first locked lips.
The moment caught viewers completely off guard back then, and honestly, it still feels kinda electric now.
Blair & Dan: The Slow-Burn Connection
The chemistry between these two characters didn’t just appear out of nowhere.
Their relationship evolved from mutual disdain to reluctant friendship to something… more.
That season 4 scene captured the perfect tension-filled moment when they finally decided to test the waters with “just one kiss” to settle their curiosity.
The Iconic Line She Remembered
When the clip paused, Meester had to recall her character’s final line before the big smooch.
After joking around with “He throws up?” she eventually landed on the actual line: “Pucker up, cutie!”
Her playful approach to the guessing game showed she still carries affection for Blair’s witty personality all these years later.
Why She Loved That Scene
“I did like that,” Meester admitted with a genuine smile.
She appreciated the snappy banter between the characters and the underlying tension of their secret connection.
The way she described it as simply “cute” feels refreshingly honest—no overthinking, just appreciation for a well-crafted moment between two complex characters.
Fans Still Ship “Dair” Hard
Turns out Meester isn’t alone in her fondness for Blair and Dan’s chemistry.
The comment section lit up with fans calling them “the superior couple” and “the most emotionally mature relationship” on the show.
Despite Blair eventually returning to Chuck, many viewers still believe Dan brought out something special in her character.
Life Beyond Gossip Girl
These days, Meester keeps busy with new projects, including season 2 of Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” alongside her real-life husband Adam Brody.
The rom-com series even features Kristen Bell, who famously narrated Gossip Girl—bringing Meester’s career full circle in the coolest way possible.
Living in the Now
As a mom of two, Meester approaches her career with refreshing practicality.
“I’m just, like, okay right now,” she shared in her recent Bustle interview.
She’s embraced the unpredictability of life and acting, preferring to stay present rather than mapping out her entire future.
There’s something wonderfully genuine about her “figuring it out as I go” philosophy.