From Gossip Girl to Rock Queen: Netflix Is Finally Telling Taylor Momsen’s Wild Story

She started as a teen star on the Upper East Side. Now, she’s about to rule the Netflix screen with her real-life rock saga

Netflix has officially announced the production of a documentary chronicling the life and career of Taylor Momsen, the former Gossip Girl actress who shocked Hollywood by walking away from the spotlight—only to rise again as the fierce frontwoman of the hard rock band The Pretty Reckless.

The streaming giant promises a raw and revealing deep-dive into Momsen’s transformation from on-screen sweetheart to unapologetic rock rebel. This isn’t just another celebrity profile—it’s a story of reinvention, rebellion, and survival in an industry that rarely allows young women to break the mold.

The documentary, currently in production, will trace Momsen’s journey from her early days as Cindy Lou Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas, to her fame as Jenny Humphrey on Gossip Girl, and finally to her dramatic departure from acting in pursuit of something much louder—music.

“She left it all behind to find her own voice,” reads Netflix’s early press release. “This film is about what happens when a woman refuses to be boxed in—and decides to burn the box instead.”

Expect exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and never-before-seen moments from both her Hollywood years and her rise through the rock world. Fans will get a backstage pass to her evolution, from singing in smoky clubs to sharing the stage with rock legends like Soundgarden, Evanescence, and Halestorm.

Momsen, known for her no-filter attitude and goth-glam style, has built a devoted fanbase through her brutally honest lyrics and explosive stage presence. But the documentary will also explore her struggles—mental health battles, personal loss, and the pressure of fame at a young age—all of which shaped the artist she is today.

Critics have long underestimated Momsen, dismissing her as just another child star gone rogue. But The Pretty Reckless’s commercial and critical success—especially their chart-topping album Death by Rock and Roll—proved she was far more than a tabloid headline.

With Netflix now backing her story, viewers will finally see the full picture: the fearless, flawed, and fiercely talented artist who left the world of scripted drama to live her own.

The release date hasn’t been announced yet, but with Netflix calling the project “a bold portrait of artistic rebellion,” anticipation is already growing across fan circles and rock media.

This documentary isn’t just about Taylor Momsen—it’s about every woman who’s been told to stay in her lane… and decided to pave her own road instead.