Teen Drama Links for February 4, 2025
Why just watch teen drama stars when you can read them too?
In 2021, I compiled a list of our teen drama series regulars who have written books — memoirs, children’s stories, cookbooks, and more.
As you can imagine, several more works have come out in the nearly four years since then, so in honor of the new year, I’ve updated the guide. Take a peek — maybe you’ll find something to add to your 2025 reading list!
Teen Drama Links for February 4, 2025
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Reminder: All lists and articles relate to the teen dramas or teen drama stars in some way.
“Here Are 19 Beloved Fictional Couples — Do You Think They Stayed Together Or Broke Up After Their Movies And TV Shows Ended?” (BuzzFeed)
“Thomas Ian Griffith’s 10 Best Movies & TV Shows Ranked” (Screen Rant)
“Gilmore Girls, Gossip Girl, & Veronica Mars Are Held Together by This Common Thread” (CBR)
“All ‘Gossip Girl’ books ranked worst to best” (The Mary Sue)
“The 10 Best Teen Shows of All Time, Ranked” (Collider)
“These 45 TV shows and films were breakout roles for super famous celebrities” (Yardbarker)
“10 Coolest TV Dads Of All Time” (Screen Rant)
Related: The Teen Drama Dads (TDW)
“32 Great Songs That Have Become Theme Songs For TV Shows” (Cinemablend)
Related: The Teen Drama Theme Songs (TDW)
Best of the Rest
Netflix announced is 2025 film slate with movies featuring several teen drama stars. (Deadline)
A revival of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” which has numerous teen drama connections, is in development. (Deadline)
Jason Priestley (Brandon, Beverly Hills, 90210) and Vanessa Morgan did a joint interview about “Wild Cards.” (Us Weekly)
Jennie Garth (Kelly, Beverly Hills, 90210) announced the rescheduled date for her “I Choose Me” live event — it will now take place this Saturday. (Instagram)
Garth’s ex-husband, Peter Facinelli, spoke about taking in her and current husband Dave Abrams during the Los Angeles wildfires. (E! Online)
“Little House on the Prairie,” which featured Shannen Doherty (Brenda, Beverly Hills, 90210), is getting a “reimagining” for Netflix. (Deadline)
David Arquette (Diesel, Beverly Hills, 90210) will star in Kill or Be Killed. (Deadline)
Babyface, who appeared as himself on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” received an apology after his Associated Press interview at Sunday’s Grammys was cut short in favor of Chappell Roan. (People)
Watch James Van Der Beek (Dawson, Dawson’s Creek) in the trailer for Sidelined: The QB and Me. (YouTube)
Busy Philipps (Audrey, Dawson’s Creek) revealed she is working with Michelle Williams (Jen, Dawson’s Creek) and Katie Holmes (Joey, Dawson’s Creek) on something to help Van Der Beek and his family as he battles cancer. (Entertainment Tonight)
Scott Foley (Cliff, Dawson’s Creek) has joined the cast of Scream 7, which is being directed by Kevin Williamson (creator, Dawson’s Creek). (Deadline)
Oliver Hudson (Eddie, Dawson’s Creek) was on the “I Choose Me” podcast, hosted by Garth. (Apple Podcasts)
Related: Podcasts Hosted by Teen Drama Stars (TDW)
Watch Ken Marino (Professor Wilder, Dawson’s Creek) in the trailer for Netflix’s “The Residence.” (YouTube)
Sarah Shahi (Sadia, Dawson’s Creek) did press for her new Hulu series, “Paradise.”
“Julianne Nicholson, Sarah Shahi ‘Still Surprised’ by Who Killed James Marsden’s ‘Paradise’ Character.” (Us Weekly)
“Paradise Interview: Julianne Nicholson & Sarah Shahi Talk Exploring Characters” (ComingSoon.net)
“‘Paradise’ Star Sarah Shahi Breaks Down Her Steamy Shower Scene With Sterling K. Brown: ‘It’s Serving Two Purposes’ (Decider)
… and more.
Note: I haven’t gotten to watch this yet and I am trying SO HARD to avoid spoilers!!!
Mike White (producer, Dawson’s Creek) previewed the new season of “The White Lotus.” (TIME)
Bruce Seth Green, who directed an episode of “Dawson’s Creek,” died at age 83. (Legacy.com)
“Nobody Wants This” — starring Adam Brody (Seth, The O.C.) and Kristen Bell (Gossip Girl, Gossip Girl) and created by Erin Foster (Heather, The O.C.) — won the Nielsen ARTEY Award for Top New Original Comedy Series based on its streaming success. (Nielsen)
Bell, Foster and Sara Foster (Jen, 90210) also executive-produce the show.
Ben McKenzie (Ryan, The O.C.) and wife Morena Baccarin (Maya, The O.C.) participated in a “Nacho Cheese Bucket Challenge” to raise money for Waterwell. (People)
Shailene Woodley (Kaitlin, The O.C.) was on “The Tonight Show.” (YouTube)
Watch Chris Pratt (Che, The O.C.) in Ray-Ban and Meta’s Super Bowl commercial. (Instagram)
Glimpse Max Greenberg (Young Sandy, The O.C.) in the trailer for the Netflix series “Running Point.” (YouTube)
Paris Hilton (Kate, The O.C.) did red carpet interviews at the Grammys.
“Watch Paris Hilton Talk Fire Recovery & Finding Joy At The GRAMMYs” (Grammy.com)
“Paris Hilton Calls Grammys Honoring First Responders ‘Beautiful’” (Extra)
“Paris Hilton’s Kids Think She’s a Princess in Her Glammed-Up GRAMMYs Look” (Entertainment Tonight)
“Paris Hilton Explains Why She’s Meant To Be A Performer & More” (Billboard)
“Grammys 2025: Paris Hilton Shares Update on Album No. 3” (E! Online)
Josh Schwartz (creator, The O.C. / creator, Gossip Girl / executive producer, Gossip Girl spinoff) and Stephanie Savage (executive producer, The O.C. / creator, Gossip Girl / executive producer, Gossip Girl spinoff) will executive-produce and serve as showrunners for the new Amazon series “Sterling Point.” (Variety)
The show was created by Megan Park, who is married to Tyler Hilton (Chris, One Tree Hill).
Robert Buckley (Clay, One Tree Hill) was on the “Deck The Hallmark” podcast. (Apple Podcasts)
The music of “Gossip Girl” is part of a new music rights deal between Warner Bros. Discovery and Cutting Edge Group. (The Hollywood Reporter)
Blake Lively (Serena, Gossip Girl) was not in court yesterday as her attorneys and those for Justin Baldoni faced off over press statements and other issues regarding their respective lawsuits. (Deadline)
Watch Penn Badgley (Dan, Gossip Girl) in the teaser for the final season of “You,” created by Greg Berlanti (executive producer, Dawson’s Creek). (YouTube)
Leighton Meester (Blair, Gossip Girl) talks about working on a CW show again in a new promo for “Good Cop/Bad Cop.” (Instagram)
Related: The WB vs. CW (TDW)
Ed Westwick (Chuck, Gossip Girl) and wife Amy Jackson opened up their home for a home shopping feature. (Westwing)
Kelly Rutherford (Lily, Gossip Girl) did an interview on the way to the Dior Spring 2025 Couture show. (Instagram)
Also: “Kelly Rutherford Poses with Son Hermés, 18, at Paris Fashion Week for the First Time in 10 Years After $2 Million Custody Battle” (People)
Sebastian Stan (Carter, Gossip Girl) will be feted on Sunday at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. (IndieWire)
Watch Sofia Black-D’Elia (Sage, Gossip Girl) in the trailer for I Love You Forever. (YouTube)
The movie is produced by Diablo Cody, who appeared on “90210.”
Gina Torres (Gabriela, Gossip Girl) was named “Performer of the Week.” (TVLine)
Here are interviews Torres gave about last night’s series finale of “9-1-1: Lone Star.”
“‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ Finale: Gina Torres & EP Rashad Raisani On Captain Vega’s Emotional Farewell & Series’ Departure: ‘Ridiculous This Is Ending’” (Deadline)
“Gina Torres on ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ Series Finale’s Twist Ending and Her One ‘Suits’ Request” (The Hollywood Reporter)
Chris McKenna (Patrick, 90210) has joined “General Hospital” in a recasting. (TV Insider)
Keke Palmer (Elizabeth, 90210) made TV appearances to promote One of Them Days.
“Keke Palmer | Full Interview | Sherri Shepherd” (Sherri)
“Keke Palmer on Son Leo’s 2nd Birthday and Why She Wants Twins” (The Jennifer Hudson Show)
Lily Collins (Phoebe, 90210) revealed she and husband Charlie McDowell welcomed a daughter via surrogate. (Instagram)
Chandler Kinney, who appeared on “90210,” was on the “MisSpelling” podcast, hosted by her fellow “Dancing with the Stars” contestant, Tori Spelling (Donna, Beverly Hills, 90210). (Apple Podcasts)