Roman Holiday

Season 1, Episode 11, Aired
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Christmas on the Upper East Side!!!
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''Blair's father, Harold, comes home for the holidays with an unexpected guest: his boyfriend, Roman. Blair cannot hide her disappointment and makes a plan to get rid of Roman forever. Jenny and Vanessa help Serena get the best Christmas present ever for Dan, who has a surprise of his own for Serena. Then when Chuck texts Blair that Nate is with him in Monaco, Blair worries that Chuck may tell Nate about their hook-up. Meanwhile, Rufus refuses to remain the understanding husband any longer after Alison's former lover calls the house.moreless
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    7.1
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    By Canogaparkcindy, Mar 20, 2011 Report Abuse
    I was really excited about the Gossip Girl Christmas special thinking that it would be as eventful as the Thanksgiving episode, but I was quite disappointed in that department. We got some ongoing annoyances tonight put on the forefront, like most of the scenes dragging out for what it seems like a decade, but it still brought us it's signature ending that made the episode what it was.

    The Vanessa/Dan/Serena triangle is getting kind of tired, but I guess I can handle this triangle for a couple more episodes until it gets really annoying. The Blair & Vanessa scene was pretty funny though. I never really cared for the Bart & Lilly relationship but the ending of the episode made me realize how much I care for these characters, with the engagement meanwhile Bart's confession of love to Lilly, definitely quite a cliffhanger.

    Chuck blackmails Blair at the end of the episode, and even though these two are at odds right now, I hope they find a way in to each other's arms again soon. Serena & Dan's presents toward each other were quite nice, and I really liked some of the interactions. I found Blair's story line boring though, no matter how she schemed. Overall, solid Christmas special from Gossip Girl tonight.moreless

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  • Christmas-the Upper East Side way

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    By celine09, Jun 14, 2008 Report Abuse
    It was an okay episode, not really great but not disappointing either.

    Blair was so excited because her father was going to New York, but she didn't expect that he would bring his beau with him. Blair plans to sabotage Roman so that she would have her dad to herself. Eleanor meets a guy at a skating rink while Blair tripped Roman on purpose.
    Vanessa gave Dan the "best Christmas present" ever by submitting his story to the New York Times. Serena feels pressured that Dan liked Vanessa's gift better so she scours out an looks for a perfect gift.
    Rufus and Alison have a fight because of Alex, Alison's ex-lover.moreless

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  • How can Josh Schwartz make so good christimans ep??

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    By natyarantes, Apr 10, 2008 Report Abuse
    It's not a Chrismukkah, but it's still one of the best christimans' episode i've ever seen. I can't even choose my favorite part! Is it the first time for Dan and Serena? Or the talk between Allison and Rufus? Or his love speak to Lily in the snow? Or Chuck's text messages? Or the fact that I began the episode hating Roman and in the weeb i was totally in love with gim, like Blair? There are so many special moments in this episode!!! It's really an 'it' episode in this season!
    Another great moment was when Blair gets to talk to Vanessa to tell her that not everyone is believing on her, and then, when she is going and Serena asks if she wasn't gonna help she says "I've already helped." Really cool moment!
    Best quote:
    Lilly: You said you don't mind who I'm dating.
    Serena: That's before I knew it is Bart Bass.
    Eric: He has just one face, he scares me.
    Serena: He raised Chuck. That scares me!moreless

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  • Christmas time!

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    By VGFreak8, Apr 05, 2008 Report Abuse
    Blair is excited that her father is coming for Christmas. Unfortunately for her, he brings his boyfriend, Roman, with him. She is jealous and tries to sabotage Roman. Vanessa gives Dan the perfect Christmas gift, so Serena tries to give him a good gift too. Her first gift is too expensive, so she comes up with snow! Vanessa and Erik help her. Dan gets Serena a Christmas tree with Jenny and Lily's help. Rufus meets Alex, the man Alison had an affair with. Blair forgives her father. Eleanor meets a man named Jack and they have an attraction. Lily tells Serena and Erik that she's dating Bart Bass. Chuck is off somewhere and Blair is worried that he might tell their secret. Dan and Serena stay out all night on Christmas. Alison is going back to Alex. Blair finds out that Chuck is with Nate. Bart proposes to Lily.

    This episode was pretty good! I did not like the homosexuality between Roman and Blair's father. That was weird. I also don't agree with sex before marriage, so Dan and Serena staying out all night wasn't pleasing. I don't like Bart and I don't want Lily to say yes. This episode gets a 9.0 out of 10 from me!moreless

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  • Merry Christmans!

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    By -amanda-, Mar 21, 2008 Report Abuse
    Blair, her dad and his boyfriend = awkward!!
    He was a little insensitive!! It was supposed to be a father and daughter holiday!
    Roman is a friend of Eleanor? I dont know how she could stand him!

    No appearences of Chuck and Nate. That's bad because they're sooo hot! hahaha
    But seriously, after their first night we should see more of Nate and Blair's relationship! Lily cant accept Bart's proposal!! She should stay with Rufus! They are such a nice couple!! And Bart Bass scares me too!

    I didnt like Serena's and Dan's gifts but its good to see how strong their relationship is becoming!
    I dont like Vanessa! I'm sure she'll be a problem soon!

    I would like to see Jenny and Eric as a couple! Although I have my suspicious Eric is gay lolmoreless

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    • Harold owns a vineyard in France with Roman. Edit
    • Harold and Roman have a cat named Cat. Edit
    • The Name of Dan's story is 10-08-05. Edit

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    • International Episode Titles: Czech Republic: Vánoce na Upper East Side (Christmas on Upper East Side) Edit
    • This is the second holiday episode. This certain holiday was obviously Christmas. Edit
    • Original International Air Dates: India: January 18, 2008 on Zee Cafe Australia: February 26, 2008 on FOX8 Norway: March 5, 2008 on TVNorge Latin America: March 13, 2008 on Warner Channel Denmark: May 4, 2008 on Kanal 4 Philippines: May 13, 2008 on ETC Sweden: June 2, 2008 on Kanal 5 Poland: June 17, 2008 on TVN7 The Netherlands: July 22, 2008 on Net 5 Turkey: November 25, 2008 on CNBC-E Greece: November 29, 2008 on Star Slovakia: January 4, 2009 on Markiza Hungary: March 8, 2009 on Cool TV Germany: June 27, 2009 on ProSieben Czech Republic: November 28, 2009 on Prima Edit

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    • Gossip Girl: Hear those Silver Bells? It is Christmas time in the city. Edit
    • Chuck: (via text message) So how did you fake your virginity with N? Edit
    • Dan: (reading Christmas cards) This one is from the Smiths. 'Seasons Greetings.' It's very original. Jenny: Their name is Smith, you don't have to be original. Edit

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    • Gossip Girl: Hear those Silver Bells? It is Christmas time in the city. "Silver Bells" is a classic Christmas song, composed by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans. Bing Crosby recorded the most popular version in 1952. Some lyrics from the song are: "Silver bells, (silver bells) It's Christmas time in the city" Edit
    • Roman refers to Marc Jacobs. Marc Jacobs is an American fashion designer. On March 12, 2007, Jacobs checked into rehab for treatment of drug and alcohol abuse. Edit
    • The New Yorker The New Yorker is an American magazine that publishes reportage, commentary, criticism, essays, fiction, satire, cartoons, and poetry. Edit

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