Leighton Meester, known for her iconic role as Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl, is nearly unrecognizable in the trailer for the second season of Apple TV+'s The Buccaneers.
The period drama, which follows a group of wealthy American women navigating London's high society during the Gilded Age, returns next month. Meester joins the cast as Nell, a character shrouded in mystery.
The trailer, released on May 22nd, shows Nell imploring Patricia St. George (Christina Hendricks) to introduce her to Annabel 'Nan' St. George (Kristine Frøseth). This has sparked speculation among fans that Nell could be Nan's biological mother.
Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement about Meester's appearance. Many are praising her transformation and eagerly anticipating the new season.
The new season sees the Buccaneers established in English society. Nan is now the Duchess of Tintagel, Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, and Jinny is wanted for kidnapping her unborn child.
The synopsis teases a season filled with romance, desire, envy, childbirth, and mortality, as the women grapple with their newfound power and responsibilities. The second season of The Buccaneers premieres next month on Apple TV+.