Blake Lively (Serena Van der Woodsen) and John Patrick Amedori (Aaron Rose) were spotted filming Gossip Girl in the middle of Times Square in New York City.

The character of Aaron Rose, an artist with a philanthropic side, will appear on Gossip Girl soon. He's expected to be a new love interest for our girl Serena.

If there were any doubt that sparks will fly between the two, check out the steamy photo after the jump (shield your eyes, Dan Humphrey fans) ...

OMG. Looks like the controversial kiss between Nate and Jenny isn't the only big change we have to look forward to in future episodes. Thoughts?

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