Keira Knightley (born on March 26, 1985) is an English actress who has worked in both the independent and mainstream film industries. She is best known for her roles in Pirates of the Caribbean and Pride & Prejudice She began her career as a child actor before making her transition to adult roles in the early 2000s. Knightley has received critical acclaim for her work in a variety of genres, including period dramas, romantic comedies, and action thrillers. In addition to her successful acting career, Knightley is also known for her activism, particularly in the areas of gender equality and environmentalism.
Keira Knightley was born in Teddington, London, England on March 26, 1985. Her parents are both actors. She has an older brother, Caleb. Knightley attended the private Teddington School before she was admitted to the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art at age 16. After graduation, she began her acting career in British television and movies. In 2002, she made her Hollywood debut in the film "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace." She has since starred in many successful films including "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Pride & Prejudice," and "The Imitation Game.
Keira Knightley began her acting career as a child and made her film debut in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace in 1999. She achieved recognition for her role in Bend It Like Beckham in 2002 and has gone on to star in numerous films including Pride & Prejudice, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Imitation Game. Knightley has received numerous awards throughout her career including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award.
Keira Knightley has been married to James Righton since 2013. The couple has one daughter. Knightley began her acting career as a child and made her film debut in 1995. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in the Pirates of the Caribbean films and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Pride & Prejudice.
In conclusion, Keira Knightley is an English actress who has achieved success in both independent and mainstream films. She has been nominated for numerous awards, including three Academy Awards, three British Academy Film Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards. Knightley is also a recipient of an Empire Award.
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Full Name | Keira Christina Knightley |
Nickname | - |
Date of Birth | March 26, 1985 |
Age | Years |
Nationality | British |
Birthplace | Teddington, United Kingdom |
Home Town | Teddington |
Religion | Atheist |
Educational Qualification | - |
School | Stanley Junior School and Teddington School |
College/ University | Esher College |
Zodiac Sign | Aries ♈ |
Profession | Actress |
Physical Stats | |
Height | 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m) |
Weight | 54 kg (119 lb) |
Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Favorite | |
Color | Purple |
Food | Pasta |
Movie | Black Swan, Little Miss Sunshine |
Actress | - |
Sport | Soccer |
Place | - |
Hobbies | Collecting Shoes, Reading, Listening to Music |
Family & Relationship | |
Marital Status | Married |
Father | Will Knightley |
Mother | Sharman Macdonald |
Spouse (Wife/ Husband) | James Righton (m.2013) |
Children | 2 |
Son(s) | - |
Daughter(s) | Edie Knightley Righton, Delilah Knightley Righton |
Brother(s) | Caleb Knightley |
Sister(s) | - |
Career | |
Profession | Actress |
Net Worth | $80 Million |
Famous for | Hollywood Actress |
Debut | Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) |
Awards/ Honours | Awards British Independent Film Awards, London Film Critics Circle Awards, Teen Choice Awards, View Full Lists |
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