While no official word has come from The CW, E! is reporting that Gossip Girl will be back for an “extra long” season two to make up for the writers’ strike.

According to E!’s Watch with Kristin, sources say that Gossip Girl is expected to run for 24 episodes for its second season.

But, wait… there’s more!

Rumors are also buzzing that Michelle Trachtenberg may become a full-time Gossip Girl regular!