Kelly Rutherford

The most stylish mom from the iconic "Gossip Girl" series celebrates her birthday

07 Nov 2024
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Admired by both teens and their mothers, Kelly Rutherford is a timeless icon. Some aspire to emulate her style and grace, while others hope to look as refined as she does in the future. Kelly, who portrayed the character Lily van der Woodsen in the popular “Gossip Girl” series, has become a symbol of elegance and femininity.

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This soap opera and television star, with her classic American beauty, was born in 1968 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Her mother was a model and writer, and Kelly grew up alongside three siblings. Always dreaming of becoming an actress, she moved to New York after high school to pursue her career. True fame came in the '90s and early 2000s, thanks to her roles in various TV series.

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Kelly’s porcelain skin and golden hair have become her signature. After her role in “Gossip Girl,” where she played the mother of the main character, Kelly gained icon status among both teens and their parents. The elegance and sophisticated style of her character became inseparable from her persona.

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Staying true to her style, she continues to captivate tabloids with her swan-like delicacy and impeccable sense of taste.

07 Nov 2024
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