Penn Badgley, star of 'You,' revealed a surprising connection between the Netflix thriller and the iconic teen drama 'Gossip Girl'. He shared that the infamous basement set of 'You,' complete with Joe Goldberg's cage, was the same soundstage used for 'Gossip Girl'.
Badgley explained that the set, known for its dark and sinister purpose in 'You,' previously housed the lavish Waldorf suites. This was the penthouse residence of Blair Waldorf in 'Gossip Girl'.
He further revealed that the bookstore stage in 'You' was once the location of the Humphrey loft. This revelation highlights the reuse of sets in television production and offers a nostalgic glimpse into Badgley's career.
Reflecting on his time on both shows, Badgley pondered how much the surrounding environment had changed. He noted the significance of the set design in shaping the narrative and the actions of his character, Joe Goldberg.
He emphasized the importance of the cage in 'You', stating that it was rebuilt each season. He also joked about his character Joe building it himself.