Birth Name: Leighton Marissa Meester
Birthday: April 9, 1986
Hometown: Marco Island, Florida
Currently Resides In: New York
Height: 5'5"
Siblings: One older brother, Douglas

• Her last name, Meester, is dutch for master or teacher.
• She was 13 years old on her television debut (Law & Order).
• She moved with her family to New York City at age 11.
• Leighton worked as a model with the Wilhemina agency after moving to NYC.
• Leighton is a talented singer. She can be seen singing in the movie Drive-Thru and is working on her debut album.
• She enjoys writing.
• Leighton is a fan of Chris Cornell and Incubus.
• Leighton is a natural blonde.
• Leighton was named one of People Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful in 2008.