Leighton Meester feels she gets judged.

The 'Gossip Girl' actress - who is rumoured to be in a relationship with her 'Country Strong' co-star Garrett Hedlund - worries about what other people think of her but tries to overcome her fears by acting like she doesn't care.

She said: "In this business, you're judged so much and it can make you down on yourself. But I'm an actor, so I pretend like I'm not scared and I kind of become not scared."

Despite being able to fight her feelings, Leighton, 24, doesn't mind being famous as she has a supportive family around her, which allows her to relax during her time away from the glare of the public eye when she hangs out at their Florida home.

Leighton added: "Fame isn't an issue because I come from a loving family. In Florida we just hang out on the boat, swim, lie in bed, eat popcorn and watch movies."