In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Jove sits down with actor and newlywed Jessica Szohr to dish on her journey from Gossip Girl icon to Coachella meet-cute queen, to blending a beautiful modern family. With candid stories, unexpected twists, and so much joy, this episode is a love letter to love in all its messy, magical forms.
Episode Highlights: • Meeting her husband at Coachella days after a breakup—and the serendipitous tent that changed her life • Falling for a hockey player with a missing tooth and a daughter—and navigating instant family dynamics • Becoming besties with his ex-wife (and realtor!) and embracing a co-parenting dream • Naming her daughter Bowie after a pandemic camping trip and a rock n’ roll van • The surprise proposal—complete with zit cream and a bedtime routine • Planning a four-day wedding celebration in Flagstaff, Arizona, featuring custom Galia Lahav gowns and flower girls galore • A packed wedding party, wild dance floor, and a heartfelt veil tribute to her grandpa
Whether you're a Gossip Girl fan, navigating love after heartbreak, or dreaming of your own blended family fairytale—this episode will leave you smiling.
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