26 Serena Van Der Woodsen Quotes from the 'Gossip Girl' of Manhattan

Serena van der Woodson is charismatic gorgeous, and comes from money, which is not a bad deal. But, she continues encountering drama in her life, which "Gossip Girl" is always ready to pounce on. Read 26 quotes from this privileged beauty herself.

Serena van der Woodson is one of the main characters of the original hit series "Gossip Girl," (2007-2012), not to be confused with the more recent rendition of the series.

In the series, an anonymous online writer going by "Gossip Girl" shares rumors and gossip about Upper East Side Manhattan's wealthy teenagers, which includes the teenage van der Woodsen. The show follows her life and some of the other characters' lives from high school until young adulthood.

In the show, there is an emphasis on the underlying rivalry between her best "frenemey," Blair Waldorf, who is an ambitious and cutthroat young woman. The fandom on the show remains divided on who they prefer between the two characters.

Read 26 quotes from van der Woodson to get to know her better.

Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf, with Van der Woodson’s quote: “If you’re gonna be sad, you might as well be sad in Paris.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

Serena van der Woodsen's Famous Quotes

“If I cut everyone in my life who made a mistake, I wouldn’t have anyone left.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“Earn the spotlight on your own merits. You’ll feel better.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“There’s something vibrating in your pocket, and I really hope it’s your phone.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“As long as we have each other, we‘re both gonna be okay.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“If you’re gonna be sad, you might as well be sad in Paris ” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen, with her quote: “If I cut everyone in my life who made a mistake, I wouldn’t have anyone left.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

“I’ll just stay home, eat lots of gelato, and write about how true love is nothing but a myth.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“Is it possible for a guy to want to slow things down?” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen's Memorable Quotes

“People don’t tell you who you are. You tell them.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“I’d ask you how you are, but I don’t really care.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen, Blair Waldorf, and Nate Archibald, with Van der Woodson’s quote: “I like the way I feel when he looks at me. Like I wanna believe in myself.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

“Haven’t you ever heard of locker-room gossip? Those guys lied, or exaggerated” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“I know we're too young to talk about forever, but that's what it feels like.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“The hardest thing is watching someone you love, love someone else.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“I like the way I feel when he looks at me. Like I wanna believe in myself.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“The last thing I need is another guy. But he was just so …. smart. And funny.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf, with Van der Woodson’s quote: “I’d ask you how you are, but I don’t really care.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

“You’re worse than Gossip Girl.” ― Serena Van Der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen's Iconic Quotes from 'Gossip Girl'

“I keep thinking that if things get too hard, you'll give up on me. But you never do.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“I hate that stupid headband.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“I remember everything you’ve read to me. In case you haven’t noticed I don’t really let go of things so easily.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“It’s just sometimes that my thoughts come so fast that I get confused.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen, with her quote: “Congratulations, you’ve officially joined the dark side.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

“I didn’t come back for you.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

“You can't be worse than the guys I do know." ― Serena van der Woodsen

“Congratulations, you’ve officially joined the dark side.” ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen, with her quote: “People don’t tell you who you are. You tell them.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

“Britney with the umbrella!…Posh Spice in America!” ― Serena van der Woodsen

"Not everyone wants to be Blair Waldorf." ― Serena van der Woodsen

Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf, with Van der Woodson’s quote: “You know my mom: If it’s not broke, break it.” | Source: Facebook.com/GossipGirl

Van der Woodsen was portrayed by the actress Blake Lively. Lively is widely known for her marriage to Ryan Reynolds; the two's online banter with each other has made them one of the most adored couples in Hollywood.

Professionally, she has acted in numerous films, such as "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," "The Age of Adaline," and "The Shallows," just to name very few, with numerous upcoming and in the works.

Dive deeper into the drama by finding out more about "Gossip Girls" enticing on-and-off couple, by reading: 32 Chuck and Blair Quotes about Their Relationship from 'Gossip Girl'.