In a recent interview, Penn Badgley discussed the difficulties he faced in separating his on-screen role as Dan from his personal life while dating Blake Lively, who played Serena. He highlighted the pervasive nature of celebrity culture during their time on 'Gossip Girl,' noting how it often blurred the lines between reality and fiction. Badgley admitted that he felt pressure to meet public expectations, stating how challenging it was, especially in his early 20s, to maintain his sense of self amidst constant scrutiny and identification with his character.
"When you do a television show, you're doing it constantly. You feel like you're constantly needing to prove yourself in some manner."
"What starts to happen when you're in this one role for a long time, the aspect of celebrity being a huge part of it. There is not enough separation for anybody."
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