Gossip Girl star Blake Lively turns 23 today. Congrats and happy birthday, Blake!

A Los Angeles native, the gorgeous Lively has become a household name in recent years thanks to Gossip Girl, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and other roles.

In addition to playing Serena van der Woodsen on the CW, the actress can be seen in The Town, which premieres next month, as well as various magazines and this website.

She's pretty awesome if you ask us!

Click to enlarge the Blake Lively pictures we put together as a tribute to one of our favorite actresses below and leave a comment with your own birthday greetings!

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