6 “Gossip Girl” Side-By-Sides Of The Original Cast Vs. The Reboot Cast

Monet is giving me major Blair vibes.

Good morning, Upper East Siders! Gossip Girl (2.0) is back!

The CW / Via giphy.com

The new series started streaming on HBO Max yesterday, and we've been introduced to a whole new cast of characters (with a few brief mentions of the old).

HBO Max

While the reboot features completely different characters, there's no denying the similarities between them and some of the original personalities we grew to love.

The CW / Via giphy.com

In honor of the reboot's release, here are side-by-sides of the 2021 cast in their pilot vs. the OG 2007 cast:

Jordan Alexander and Blake Lively

HBO Max

So far, Julien (Jordan Alexander) seems way more level-headed than the ever-dramatic Serena (Blake Lively), but they both struggle with the battle between good vs. evil and whether they care more about upholding appearances or maintaining good relationships.

Savannah Smith and Leighton Meester

HBO Max

Monet (Savannah Smith) screamed Blair (Leighton Meester) to me from the moment she stepped on screen. The mannerisms, the desire to rule, the constant power play between her and those much more her senior — and, of course, her preppy style. 

Eli Brown and Chace Crawford

HBO Max

Two "poor little rich boys" with hearts of gold who have a tense family dynamic. In the 2007 pilot, it's already evident that Nate (Chace Crawford) is over Blair, the same way it's evident in the reboot that Obie (Eli Brown) is over Julien.

Whitney Peak and Penn Badgley

HBO Max

The empathetic, hardworking, "good guy" characters, each from the "wrong side of the tracks" (aka Brooklyn). They both want to be part of the rich kids' world while still retaining their sense of self. 

Emily Alyn Lind and Taylor Momsen

HBO Max

In terms of looks, these two feel spot-on. I think the similarity in their personality lies in their desperate need for attention and their angsty energy.

Thomas Doherty and Ed Westwick

HBO Max

Ah yes, the sexually promiscuous "bad boy"–type characters. Both Max (Thomas Doherty) and Chuck (Ed Westwick) love to party and don't take themselves too seriously. And based on that scene between Audrey and Max, it seems that Max may follow in Chuck's footsteps and be the character who stirs up trouble just for the fun of it. 

What are your thoughts on the Gossip Girl reboot cast? Tell us in the comments below!