The executive producer of Gossip Girl, Stephanie Savage, reveals that Blair will have a new rival this season ... and it may be someone she's familiar with.

Speaking to TV Guide, Savage explained that Blair will try to establish herself when she transfers to Columbia University, but that obstacles may await her.

"She makes a bid for Queen Bee and encounters a minion from the past," Savage explained. "As we know, Blair's quests for power are never simple."

"She encounters a new rival - someone who really is a force to be reckoned with." Hmm... gotta be Penelope (Amanda Setton), right? She's been seen on set ...

Any thoughts on who else it might be ... or how Blair will take them down?!

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