"Going to be a secret": Leighton Meester teases fans with her new role in The Buccaneers Season 2

Among the trending historical dramas on Apple TV+ is The Buccaneers which brings the audience back in time to the 1870s and centers on a group of American women on a mission to hunt for proper husbands in London. The setting is during the Gilded Age, a time when there was significant wealth.

Yet, The Buccaneers Season 1 is not only about the rich and transformative period but also about women's struggles to integrate into the conventional British aristocracy. The show begins with Conchita Closson (Alisha Boe) marrying Lord Richard Marable (Josh Dylan).

Closson's marriage provides her friends with a doorway into London's elite class and the pursuit of finding powerful husbands starts. As the show began with a wedding, it ended with one between Nan St. George (played by Kristine Frøseth) and Theo, Duke of Tintagel (played by Guy Remmers).

Following the end of the season, fans might be curious about the next chapter, and Gossip Girl star Leighton Meester is among the newcomers for Season 2. The actress has a global fanbase, and her addition to the historical drama will add to the intrigue.

Continue reading to learn what the actress had to say about her new role.

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Leighton Meester is set to join The Buccaneers Season 2

Leighton Meester fans must pay attention! The beloved actress who made us fall in love with Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl has shared the news of her new role. While speaking to TVLine, the actress opened up about being a fan and now a part of the same show.

Meester said:

"The truth is, being a fan of the first season, I was so happy to come on to play any role! That being said, this is the best possible role that I could have ever asked for, and it’s going to be a secret until it comes out. Trust me, it’s worth the wait."

Not only is Leighton Meester excited to be a part of The Buccaneers Season 2, but also shared that her character is the best she could ever hope for. To keep fans excited for the new chapter, the actress didn't share complete details of her role.

Since the drama extensible focuses on women, Meester would likely play a key character. The actress has been a part of several acclaimed projects, including The Weekend Away, EXmas, River Wild, and many more.

As of now, there's no confirmed release date for The Buccaneers Season 2, but we'll keep you updated with the latest news.

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