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Keira Christina KnightleyBirth Date :
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Teddington, Middlesex, UKClaim to fame :
As Juliette Paxton in "Bend It Like Beckham" (2003)
Video: Keira Knightley Assaulted by Boyfriend in Domestic Violence PSA
April 03, 2009 11:04:31Talks on domestic violence have been mounting soon after Chris Brown's attack on Rihanna in February was made public, and Keira Knightley is one of the many Hollywood celebs who takes aim at the issue by starring in a new anti-violence public service announcement (PSA). In the more-than-two-minute clip, the movie beauty is seen heading home from filming. Once she gets home, her boyfriend verbally and physically attacks her because he is suspicious of her having an affair with a co-star.
Keira's on-screen boyfriend, whose face isn't shown, is seen in the PSA throwing clothes at her face before then slapping her until she falls to the floor. He then pulls her hair out, throws her body back to the floor, and repeatedly kicks her body.
Keira Knightley Done With 'Pirates of the Caribbean', Says No to Fourth Film
March 14, 2009 02:03:52While discussing about her latest movie "The Edge of Love", Keira Knightley has ruled herself out of "Pirates of the Caribbean 4". Answering the question asked by Moviefone if she has any interest in playing Elizabeth Swann again, the Academy Award-nominated starlet stated that she believes she's "done" with the part.
"It was a completely fantastic experience, and it was an amazingly large portion of my life, but I don't think I need to go there again," the star of "Atonement" and "The Duchess" insisted. She furthermore explained, "I think that it's done. But I'm very excited to see the next one. And [Johnny Depp] is so wonderful in that character. I think it'll be wonderful."
Keira Knightley to Be Cloned in 'Never Let Me Go'
March 02, 2009 03:03:25Keira Knightley is going to shed off her period look in "The Duchess" with a modern one as she has been picked-up to star in sci-fi thriller "Never Let Me Go". While her exact role in the movie is yet to be disclosed, the awards-nominated actress will be joining "Lions for Lambs" actor Andrew Garfield in the new thriller for Fox Searchlight.
Beside sharing screen with Garfield, the 23-year-old will also team up with her "Pride and Prejudice" co-star, Carey Mulligan. She is going to act under the direction of "One Hour Photo" helmer Mark Romanek when the film starts lensing in April in London and Norfolk, England.
Miley Cyrus and Zac Efron Among People's Choice Favorite Star Under 35 Noms
November 11, 2008 09:11:00Nominations for the yearly People's Choice Awards have been unveiled and young stars, like Miley Cyrus and Zac Efron, are counted among many of the award's contenders. Both Disney stars will compete for a new award category, Favorite Star Under 35, which is presented to mark the award show's 35th anniversary and People magazine's 35th year in existence.
Totally, there are 32 names listed in the new award category. Some other famous celebs who also make the list include Taylor Swift, Shia LaBeouf, Rihanna, Chace Crawford, Blake Lively, Eva Mendes, and Daniel Radcliffe just to name a few.
Full Nominees List of 11th British Independent Film Awards
October 29, 2008 02:10:34The nominees for the eleventh annual British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs) have been announced. On Tuesday, October 28, at Soho House in London, it is unveiled that IRA prison drama "Hunger" and crime comedy "In Bruges" have dominated the list by collecting seven nominations each.
Both of them will battle it out for the title of Best British Independent Film, contending also with "Slumdog Millionaire", "Man on Wire" and "Somers Town". They will also go head-to-head for Best Screenplay and Best Debut Director. The latter is also known as The Douglas Hickox Award.
Keira Knightley Considered for 'The Beautiful and the Damned'
September 23, 2008 03:09:13Words are Keira Knightley's new film project, after her portrayal of controversial Duchess of Devonshire in "The Duchess", will be another period piece romance, "The Beautiful and the Damned". According to Hollywood Reporter, the English starlet is encircling the leading lady role as tempestuous Zelda Sayre by involving in a negotiation for the part.
If Knightley indeed took the role of Sayre, this would continue her entanglement with period movies. She has recently starred in "Duchess", which came out on September 19, in World War I drama epic with James McAvoy "Atonement" and in Alessandro Baricco's adapted novel "Silk". Before those, she has also played Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen's adaptation "Pride and Prejudice".
'The Duchess' Glammed Up for World Premiere
September 04, 2008 10:09:12On Wednesday, September 3, "The Duchess" has rolled down its red carpet in front of Odeon Theatre in Leicester Square, London to celebrate its world premiere. The special occasion was made merry with the attendance of the stars, Keira Knightley, Ralph Fiennes and Dominic Cooper, as well as director Saul Dibb and "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire" author Amanda Foreman.
Still, all of the attention of the evening was on the leading lady Knightley who was dressed in a strapless blue gown with lace accents on the neckline and hemline. Walking down the red carpet, she made time to casually chat and sign autographs for her fans waiting for her at the event. On her role in this film, she commented, "It's very interesting to me to play these types of roles and work with other women. There's always lots of men on the film set so it's good to have the opportunity to work with great actresses."
Keira Knightley Opens Up About Sex Scene in 'The Duchess'
August 29, 2008 03:08:08Acting picky when it comes to strip off on screen, Keira Knightley has agreed to appear in intimate love scenes for her new role in the forthcoming big screen movie "The Duchess." Playing the lead character, Georgiana Spencer, she willingly shares her experience filming love scenes for the flick with co-star Dominic Cooper. She discusses almost everything, from the costumes to her opinion about having sex in front of the camera.
Claiming the dresses she had to wear during the shooting as "an absolute nightmare" because the authentic 18th century costumes were too tight for her, she nevertheless found them helpful too. "It kind of helps because if you're feeling at all emotional then it makes it ten times worse as you can't catch your breath, so that helps in playing the scene," so she told MTV UK. "The worst part is after lunch, because they're so tight they don't help digestion which meant that Hayley [Atwell, co-star] and I were there playing these very ladylike characters but belching all over the place!"
Meet Forbes' Best Paid Actors, Will Smith and Cameron Diaz
July 24, 2008 12:07:05When it comes to celebrity money makers, Will Smith and Cameron Diaz are the two bests according to Forbes magazine. Both movie stars top the publication's list of Hollywood's Best Paid Actors, besting their many other A-list fellow celebs.
On the male list of the ranking, based on salaries earned between June 1, 2007, through June 1, 2008, actor-comedian Smith seizes the No. 1 spot, raking in an estimated $80 million for his big-screen efforts. He's followed close behind at 2nd spot by movie hunk Johnny Depp, earning a reported $72 million this year, thanks to his "Pirates" films. Tied for third spot are funnymen Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy, with each of them earns $55 million over the past year.
Emma Watson's 6 Million Dollar Deal with Chanel Just a Rumor
June 17, 2008 09:06:03In the wake of heavy media coverage on Emma Watson's two years deal with Chanel, reportedly worth $6 million, a denial was quickly issued by a representative of the perfume giant. Put the false reports to an end, the representative told E! News that widespread Internet reports which claimed the young actress will become the new face of its Coco Mademoiselle fragrance are "just a rumor."
On Sunday, June 15, the celeb-gossip blogosphere was afire with reports that Watson signed a two-year contract with Chanel to replace Keira Knightley as brand ambassador for its Coco Mademoiselle fragrance. A source was even quoted as telling British newspaper The Mail on Sunday, "Emma has been excitedly telling friends that she is going to be taking over from Keira."
Emma Watson Lands 6 Million Dollar Deal as the New Face of Chanel
June 16, 2008 01:06:25Her young age apparently couldn't stop Emma Watson from piling more dollars. The young actress, famous for her starring role as Hermione Granger in "Harry Potter" films, reportedly has signed a two-year contract with Chanel to replace Keira Knightley as brand ambassador for its Coco Mademoiselle fragrance.
The deal Watson signed with the perfume giant, according to reports, worth $6 million. "Emma has been excitedly telling friends that she is going to be taking over from Keira," a source told British newspaper The Mail on Sunday.
'Pirates' Beauty Keira Knightley Up for 'Fair Lady' Remake
June 07, 2008 02:06:45Through a soccer drama "Bend it Like Beckham", Keira Knightley makes her name noted in the movie biz and since playing the role of Governor daughter turned pirate Elizabeth Swann in the blockbuster Disney trilogy "Pirates of the Caribbean", she has morphed her characters into subtler ladies. Following her acclaimed performance in "Atonement", she has appeared in various movies that require her to go above and beyond. Now, the 23-year-old actress is about to tackle another challenging role requiring her to show more of her feminine side.
In the latest news about "The Duchess" star, it is reported that Knightley is in negotiations to land a role of Eliza Doolittle, once made famous by the one and only Audrey Hepburn, in the newest version of "My Fair Lady". As Doolitle, the Academy Award-nominated actress is expected to present a Cockney flower girl who is transformed into a lady under the guidance of arrogant Professor Henry Higgins, who later falls in love with her. Since the talks are still in process, confirmation words on whether or not Knightley nails the part won't be outed for awhile.
Keira Knightley and Rupert Friend to Buy 2 Million Pound Sterling Love Nest
April 15, 2008 03:04:03It appears that Keira Knightley and her actor boyfriend Rupert Friend are taking their romance into a higher level with a plan to buy a new 2 million pound sterling London home to help keep them close to one another. The pair reportedly are looking for a property in Notting Hill.
Keira and Friend were co-stars in the 2005 drama romance "Pride and Prejudice." They've been dating since then. There have been rumors that they are engaged to be married, but both of them denied the claims.
Keira Knightley Named Best Actress at Elle Style Awards
February 14, 2008 11:02:35The Elle Style Awards recognized Keira Knightley's acting skills by presenting the movie beauty with its Best Actress prize Tuesday, February 12 at its annual awards ceremony held at the Westway in Notting Hill, west London.
Earned the Best Actor Elle Style Award was Keira's "Atonement" co-star James McAvoy. Also took the top honor at this year Elle Style Awards was pop goddess Kylie Minogue who was named Woman of the Year.
Keira Knightley's Atonement Dress Is Being Auctioned Off for Charity
February 05, 2008 09:02:25Keira Knightley's iconic "Atonement" dress is being auctioned off for charity.
The green silk evening gown that the movie beauty wore as Cecilia Tallis in the Best Picture Academy Award nominee will be sold in an online auction to raise money for Variety - The Children's Charity of Southern California.
28th London Critics' Circle Film Awards Nominees Listed
December 14, 2007 05:12:14Celebrating its 28th anniversary in honoring the best in film-making, the London Critics' Circle has officially revealed the contenders for the 2008 ALFS Awards, giving most nominations to both "Control" and "Atonement."
The two pictures each scores eight nods that include Attenborough Award for British Film of the Year and British Director of the Year, but neither of them are in the running for top prize Film of the Year. The latter slot lists out titles like "No Country for Old Men", "There Will Be Blood", "Zodiac", "The Bourne Ultimatum", and "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" instead.
Empire Magazine Presents Its Pick of 100 Sexiest Movie Stars
December 07, 2007 01:12:46Notwithstanding with her being labeled as skinny, Angelina Jolie has been chosen the 1st in a poll conducted by Empire Magazine on 100 Sexiest Movie Stars. Seizing the top spot on the list her sexiest moment, according to Empire, was "beating the hell out of Brad Pitt in 'Mr and Mrs Smith' and then banging the hell out of him by way of apology."
Jolie is said by Empire "to have been precision built to turn cinema audiences into drooling wrecks. The pneumatic figure, the feline eyes, the lips that could have been stung by several hives of bees. Simply unimprovable."
Keira Knightley In the Nude for Interview
December 07, 2007 08:12:59Keira Knightley is just too hot to handle on the cover of Interview Magazine's December 2007/January 2008 issue. Has gone topless for the publication, the movie beauty offers a hard-to-miss interview as well.
Talking about how she ended up topless for Interview, Keira claimed she herself doesn't even know "How does that always happen?" adding "I don't know. Because I say yes, I suppose."
Keira Knightley Has Had Enough of Pirates
December 06, 2007 04:12:01Though "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" resulted superbly great on both domestic and international box office, it appears that star Keira Knightley has no intention to reprise her role as Elizabeth Swann for the planned fourth installment in the Disney franchise.
The British actress indicated so during a press junket for her latest vehicle "Atonement" held Tuesday, December 4, 2007 in Manhattan, saying "I can't imagine doing another one. That was an amazing experience, really was, totally extraordinary, but I think three for me is probably enough."
The 20 Top-Earning Stars Under 25 According to Forbes
December 05, 2007 11:12:18Forbes.com has released its annual list of the 20 Top-Earning Stars Under 25. As of this year, sitting on the No. 1 spot of the list is the NBA's LeBron James, who pulled in $27 million between June 2006 to June 2007. The so-called King James, who turns 23 on December 30th, stands to make plenty more with his new four-year $60 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers and endorsement deals with Nike, Coca-Cola and Upper Deck.
On the 2nd spot of the list is The New Orleans Saints' Reggie Bush. The 22 years old NFL player earned $24 million in the time period, such amount of money that put him one place ahead of tennis goddess Maria Sharapova who's at No. 3 with one million less, $23 million.
12th Annual Satellite Awards Movie Contenders Unveiled
December 01, 2007 09:12:48Listing out notable titles and names, the International Press Academy (IPA) has revealed the nominations for its annually-held Satellite Awards, which will celebrate its 12th anniversary this year, submitting them all in twenty-two film categories of the event.
In the dramatic slot, acclaimed crime drama thriller "No Country for Old Men" gloriously shines through as it garners nods in the substantial spots, notably top prize Best Motion Picture - Drama. Pic, however, is pitted against strong competitors of "The Lookout", "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead", "Away from Her", "Eastern Promises", and "3:10 To Yuma" for the title.
Movie Contenders Announced for 34th People's Choice Awards
November 09, 2007 12:11:11An annual event with a dizzying array of categories voted on by the American public, People's Choice Awards once again lists big names and titles of Hollywood film industry to vie for its trophies in its 34th edition.
In announcement made by the organizers Thursday, November 8, 2007, Universal Pictures' "The Bourne Ultimatum" delightfully comes as the top nominee with four nods in total, most notably the Favorite Movie title. Three others are Favorite Action Movie, Favorite Threequel, and Favorite Male Action Star for Matt Damon.
More Pics of Keira Knightley on The Duchess Set
October 15, 2007 11:10:25
New photos from the set of "The Duchess" in Greenwich, London have surfaced online and once again captured images of lead star Keira Knightley in her period outfit for her role as the titular character.
This time, the English beauty sported a massive coiffure as she filmed her scenes of riding in an ornate carriage, complete with footman. Just Jared.com reported shooting on that day was carried out at Greenwich's London Maritime Museum which got transformed into an 18th century-looking street. A reader to the site, however, informed that the location used was the town's Old Royal Naval College instead, now becoming part of University of Greenwich.
Keira Knightley in The Duchess Set Photos
September 26, 2007 01:09:19
It's good to have Keira Knightley back in a period piece and she seems to fit nicely into this kind of feature as pictured in two images on the left.
The English beauty was undergoing scenes for her new film "The Duchess", which Saul Dibb is directing for BBC Films and Pathe. She is playing the titular role, Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, who was a celebrated beauty and an active political campaigner in an age when women's suffrage was still over a century away.
Keira Knightley Is Allure's Special Cover Girl
September 22, 2007 02:09:12
Keira Knightley graces the cover of Allure magazine's October 2007 special issue and talks to the publication about such matters, as her self-esteem and red carpets events.
Keira, featured on the mag's cover with the headline that read "The Body of a Babe, the Mouth of a Sailor," revealed that "There is a definite f** you quality to the characters I choose...A lot of times in cinema today the women are overly sentimental, so I constantly try to do the opposite. I like strident women."
2007 Teen Choice Awards Movie Winners Unveiled
August 27, 2007 12:08:49
The teens finally made their choices on their most favorites this year as the 2007 Teen Choice Awards delightfully listed out its winners in the ceremony taking place Sunday night (August 26) at Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Coming out as the big winner in movie categories was summer blockbuster flick "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" for it not only was named Choice Movie: Action Adventure but also led its stars Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley, and Bill Nighy to take the titles of best action adventure actor, actress, and villain, respectively.
Keira Knightley Strips Off for Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle Perfume Ad
August 14, 2007 09:08:18
An Academy-Award nominated actress, Keira Knightley has become the next ideal pick for Chanel to become the next face of its Coco Mademoiselle perfume ad. It is her "natural flaws" that inspired the fashion house to have the movie beauty as its new face.
"For me, Keira embodied perfection itself. She was remarkable without any kind of decoration. And I thought that if this is how she was bare, then I could imagine how wonderful she would be embellished," Jacques Helleu, the artistic director of the fashion house, said in a statement.
The 2007 UK Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards Film Nominees Listed
July 31, 2007 11:07:21
Bringing out the ceremony for the first time in history, organizers of this year's UK Nickelodeon Kid's' Choice Awards have neatly lined up contenders in the film categories for fans to vote from now and pick up their favorites to determine the bests.
In the top slot of Best Movie, film sequels are playing majority here as "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix", "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End", and "Shrek the Third" are all placed in alongside "The Simpsons Movie", which just took its U.S. debut last Friday, July 27.
Keira Knightley Is The Duchess
July 30, 2007 04:07:58
Really establishing her name in period drama pieces, Keira Knightley is reportedly poised to topline "The Duchess", an adaptation of Amanda Foreman's bestselling biography of Georgiana, duchess of Devonshire, which Pathe and BBC Films are co-financing.
Here the beauty will play the titular character, described as the Princess Diana of the time, who lived in an extravagant, profligate and promiscuous life of political and romantic intrigue. Becoming an important power-broker amidst Britain's ruling elite but also running up catastrophic gambling debts, the 18th century aristocrat was alternately feted and reviled, in the meantime being widely caricatured by the popular press.
Keira Knightley's Steamy Shot in "Atonement" Omitted
June 06, 2007 11:06:10
In an effort to protect the starlet's modesty, a most revealing shot of the body of Keira Knightley in "Atonement" has been deleted in the editing room, director Joe Wright has informed Britain's Daily Express newspaper.
The axed sequence originally was part of an important scene showing the beauty strips off her blouse and skirt and dives into a deep fountain to retrieve a broken vase, only to re-emerge soaking wet in an undergarment.
Keira Knightley Wanted for Lady Di Role
May 29, 2007 04:05:28
She scored an Oscar nomination last year and chance to land another seems bright if the project is indeed happening and takes her in as well.
According to British tabloid The Sun, movie producer Quentin Reynolds is being involved in a bidding war for the rights to turn controversial book "Diana and the Paparazzi" to a big screen feature and is keen to have Keira Knightley portrayed the late Princess of Wales.
Matthew McConaughey's Stomach Is the Sexiest Among Stars'
May 04, 2007 01:05:23
Not only his heavy exercise earns Matthew McConaughey rippling muscles, but also the prestigious title of the "Most AB-ilicious Star." His hard work is paid off, indeed, that the actor is now having toned stomach, besting his many other fellow celebrities.
Chosen to secure the No. 1 spot in Life & Style's new list of celebrities with toned stomachs, the movie hunk besting David Beckham who is 3rd and Rupert Friend who is 5th. Making the list at 2nd spot is Jessica Biel thanks to her many hobbies that include ballet, soccer, running, yoga and hiking.
Keira Knightley to Quit Acting?!
May 03, 2007 10:05:20
Keira Knightley hits the bottom line of becoming a celebrity, sensationally revealed in an interview with ELLE magazine she wants to quit acting.
The movie beauty told the publication, "The celebrity thing's completely crazy. I think I just have to move away or give it up altogether."
Contenders Unveiled for the 2007 MTV Movie Awards
May 01, 2007 12:05:43
The coveted Golden Popcorn trophies once again set to be handed into the rightful ones as MTV has just revealed its list of nominees for this year's MTV Movie Awards, which it will air live for the first time ever from Universal City's Gibson Amphitheatre on June 3.
Picking up titles of various genres for the competition, the network surprisingly gives large portion attention to epic saga "300", granting the Zack Snyder-directed flick a total five nods, notably Best Movie and Best Performance for lead star Gerard Butler.
Celebrity Guests Scheduled to Appear on "Idol Gives Back"
April 09, 2007 11:04:10
Numbers of celebrities rally to join the upcoming "Idol Gives Back." It is a two-night special held to raise awareness and funds for organizations that provide relief programs to help children and young people in extreme poverty in America and Africa.
The likes of Kelly Clarkson, Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley, Forest Whitaker, Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Radcliffe, Teri Hatcher and Rowan Atkinson, are all scheduled to appear on the charity, a two-night special airing Tuesday, April 24th (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) and Wednesday, April 25th (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on Fox.
Nominees Revealed for The 20th Annual Kids' Choice Awards' Movie Slots
March 15, 2007 03:03:26
An award event in which winners are voted by the children who watch Nickelodeon cable channel, the Kids' Choice Awards has finally unveiled its lineup of nominees for film categories as it is held for the twentieth time this year.
Competing for the title of Favorite Male Movie Star are four well-known talents of Jack Black, Johnny Depp, Adam Sandler, and Will Smith while those like Halle Berry, Dakota Fanning, Keira Knightley, and Sarah Jessica Parker all scoring in the Female side.
FHM's World's Most Eligible Bachelorettes
February 28, 2007 09:02:03
Kimberly Stewart, the daughter of rocker Rod Stewart, has been chosen the World's Most Eligible Bachelorette by FHM magazine. The poll, which was based on wealth as well as looks, placed Carmen Electra at 2nd, and Britain's Princess Beatrice at 3rd position.
Also make the list of the survey is Sarah Harding of the girl group Girls Aloud at No. 4. Hollywood movie star Scarlett Johansson, in addition, following in at No. 5, ahead of actress and pop music singer Lindsay Lohan at the 6th spot. Russian professional tennis player Maria Sharapova is chosen 7th, beating Paris Hilton who is behind at No. 8.
Keira Knightley Exposed in "Silk"
February 15, 2007 11:02:14
Not hesitant to totally go into her character, Keira Knightley is putting her clothes off for her role in "Silk", one of her upcoming big screen features set to open in theaters this year on August 13.
According to the test screenings, the beauty gets naked in a couple of scenes of the film, including a love scene while going to be seen topless for several times. This is not the first time the actress being spotted nude on screen as she previously exposed her body in some of her films like "The Hole", "The Jacket", and "Domino."
Keira Knightley Taking Anorexia Claim to Court
January 24, 2007 03:01:54
The anorexia claim published by the Daily Mail has made Keira Knightley so furious that the actress then decided to take legal action against the publication.
The British movie star is reported to be taking legal action against the Daily Mail after the paper suggested that she lied about having an eating disorder. That's not all, the newspaper also published a picture of Keira in an article on January 11th about the death of a teenage girl suffering from anorexia.
Winners at the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards
January 10, 2007 11:01:35
Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley, the leading actors of the box office hit "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest", won big at the 33rd annual People's Choice Awards, held Tuesday night January 9th. Won the award for Favorite Male Movie Star for "Pirates", Depp also brought home two more additional awards, which were for Male Action Star and On-Screen Matchup that he shared with Keira.
As of the flick itself, it secured the Best Movie and Best Movie Drama awards. As of the Movie Comedy category, the award went to "Click", while chosen as the Family Movie was "Cars".
Keira Knightley and Rupert Friend on the Verge of Calling It Quits?!
November 29, 2006 09:11:33
Despite engagement rumors, it has been reported that Keira Knightley's relationship with boyfriend Rupert Friend may be on the rocks. Reports surfaced last week that the couple was preparing to wed, but new reports suggest that things might not be that rosy between the pair.
A source close to the couple told the Daily Mirror, "Keira's a really loving girlfriend but she's so insanely busy with work it's untrue. She's done everything in her power to make Rupert feel important but he still complains that he doesn't get enough attention, and it's causing real friction."
Keira Knightley and Boyfriend Rupert Friend to Wed?
November 20, 2006 10:11:27
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have just had their fairytale wedding, but Keira Knightley will soon have her own.
The actress reportedly is planning to wed actor boyfriend Rupert Friend. Rumor has it that, Keira was overheard telling friends at a party hosted by Lindsay Lohan at London's Paper Club on Friday night Nov 17th, that she's dreaming of tying the knot with Friend in an Italian castle next year.
Keira Knightley to Quit "Pirates" Job?
November 11, 2006 11:11:39
Though undeniably got tremendous boost from the massive success of "Pirates of the Caribbean" series worldwide, Keira Knightley apparently considers that three is more than enough for her.
Interviewed by U.K's The Daily Mail on the set of her latest film project "Atonement", the beauty has given indication that "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" would be her last turn as Elizabeth Swann.
Keira Knightley Treasures "The Best Time"
September 30, 2006 12:09:21
This probably will be one mother-daughter project worth waiting for. Production Weekly has revealed that British starlet Keira Knightley is teaming up with her mother, playwright Sharman Macdonald, to bring up "The Best Time of Our Lives1" to the big screen.
Already attached to the picture since its inception four years ago, Knightley is going to play Welsh poet Dylan Thomas' childhood friend named Vera Phillips. The movie itself, scripted by Macdonald, will be made based on the life account of Thomas with taking focus on his complex relationship with his wife also Phillips and her eventual husband, William Killick.
The Top 5 Greatest Ever Hollywood Starlets
September 19, 2006 04:09:03
In the recent survey on the Greatest Ever Hollywood Starlets, carried out by Yahoo! Entertainment, there comes up famous name Keira Knightley on the very top position.
The British actress has been chosen to top the poll, mainly because of her "class".
The 2006 Teen Choice Awards Winners
August 22, 2006 09:08:46
The adventure, action, comedy "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" was the big winner at this year Teen Choice Awards, held Sunday August 20th in Los Angeles.
Nabbing seven awards all at once, the highly anticipated movie won the categories of Choice Movie, Action Adventure; Choice Movie Actor, Drama/Action Adventure for Johnny Depp; Choice Rumble; Choice Drama / Action: Adventure Movie of the Summer; Choice Sleazebag for Bill Nighy; Choice Hissy Fit and also Choice Scream which both were given to Keira Knightley.
Brandon Routh Still No.1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz July 2006 Edition
August 02, 2006 01:08:51
Looks like the charm of Brandon Routh still works its magic effectively this time. Continuing to draw vast public attention, especially through his impressive portrayal of the titular hero in "Superman Returns", the actor has successfully maintained his position on the top spot of AceShowbiz.com's Celebrity Buzz of July 2006 edition, marking his second time in a row to be the best on the list.
On the second place, here comes Jenna Jameson who goes up one step higher from last month's position followed by newcomer Johnny Depp at 3rd, much thanks to his memorable reprised portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in this summer's box office hit "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest." Great boost also strikes the beautiful Vida Guerra as she bounces 13 ranks from her last-month position to be the 4th best. Seating on the 5th rank is another newcomer, Carmen Electra, whose marriage to Dave Navarro sadly encountered its end in July.
Keira Knightley Planning to Take Career Break?
July 12, 2006 04:07:22
Working in entertainment industry is profitable. Yes it does but actress Keira Knightley finds it sick. It's none other because of the intensity she has to deal with.
As a consequence, Keira is planning to take a year out from acting to travel.
Hollywood's Famous Figures Invited to Join Academy
July 06, 2006 10:07:59
Numbers of Hollywood celebrities have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The lucky stars among the 120 other executives set to receive the invitations on Wednesday including Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Eric Bana and Keira Knightley.
"Two years ago the Academy decided to slow membership growth, and to become even more selective in choosing members," Academy President Sid Ganis said on the actors' choosing. "Instead of inviting every proposed person who has achieved the minimum qualifications for his or her branch, the membership committees are selecting the most exceptionally qualified names from those lists."
Keira Knightley Inisits She Does Not Have An Eating Disorder
July 05, 2006 12:07:38
She does admit that her family has a history of anorexia, but on the other way around insists she does not have an eating disorder.
Oscar-nominated actress Keira Knightley has, on Tuesday July 4th in London to promote "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," rubbished recent reports claiming she was anorexic or had another eating disorder that sparked quickly after she appeared in the film's premiere in a revealing gold Gucci gown.
Focus Features Gains "Atonement" For U.S Release
July 01, 2006 10:07:21
Those who seek for "Atonement" can next reach for it in U.S after U.K for Focus Features has obtained the theatrical rights to distribute the Working Title Films' production in the States. Planned to be released next year with Joe Wright at helm and Keira Knightley in the cast, the picture therefore is another feature getting under both Working Title and Focus' wings after "Pride and Prejudice" (2005), which was the first project Wright and Knightley worked together in.
Also starred by Vanessa Redgrave, Emily Watson, and James McAvoy, "Atonement" relies on Christopher Hampton to pen the scripts adapted from Ian McEwan's acclaimed novel of the same title.
Top 10 Holdovers on Maxim's 7th Annual "Hot 100"
May 16, 2006 11:05:44
In somewhat a shocking news to she herself, Eva Longoria finds out that she's been chosen to top Maxim's 7th annual "Hot 100" list of the most successful women in film, TV, music, sports and fashion, of which edition will be on newsstands Thursday May 18th, 2006.
The attainment marks the actress choosing for the second year in a row."I was actually really shocked last year when I made the list. So 91 to No. 1 was a big jump, and then to get it a second time in a row, I just couldn't believe it," Longoria said expressing her feeling.
Keira's 2006 Oscars Dress Sold for Over $7,000
May 02, 2006 01:05:34
The dress worn by actress Keira Knightley at the 2006 Oscars was finally auctioned online Monday May 1st, 2006 for more than $7,000 on auction website eBay. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to the charity Oxfam.
The auction of the Vera Wang designed gown is reported to be part of Oxfam's 20 million pound ($36.4 million) appeal for 11 million East Africans facing starvation from a drought.
Chanel Picks Keira Knightley As Its Newest Face
April 27, 2006 03:04:40
Chanel has tapped Keira Knightley as the new face of its Coco Mademoiselle fragrance, succeeding Kate Moss whose contract expired last October. Hence, Keira will begin appearing in print and TV ads for the fragrance in 2007.
"Keira's elegance, beauty and modernity are but a few of the qualities that parallel the iconic faces featured in legendary Chanel fragrance campaigns," the brand's artistic director, Jacques Helleu, said about Keira's choosing.
Keira Knightley Donates Her Oscar Dress
April 08, 2006 10:04:57
A nominee for this year Best Actress Oscar, Keira Knightley has donated the Vera Wang gown she wore to the prestigious award event to raise money for Oxfam's relief work in East Africa. "This is such an amazing dress and I am really pleased to be able to donate it to Oxfam," said the actress Friday.
Further she adds "I have seen the TV reports on the horrendous drought in East Africa and I know how desperate things have become, so I am happy to be able to do something to help." As of Wang, she claimed to be "thrilled this gown can support such an important cause."
An Atonement for James McAvoy
April 05, 2006 11:04:07
James McAvoy gets an "Atonement". The Scottish star has signed on to join the cast of the upcoming movie.
There in the drama romance flick, MacAvoy will star opposite Keira Knightley, portraying Robbie Turner, a man accused of rape by a 16-year old.
FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World"
March 28, 2006 11:03:15
FHM magazine has released its list of "100 Sexiest Women in the World," in which readers crown Hollywood babe Scarlett Johansson as its No. 1. This is such a great achievement for her considering that she bounces eight places from her No. 9 spot last year, pushing aside the 2005's No. 1 Angelina Jolie to 2nd position this year.
No. 3 on the list is Jessica Alba, and Jessica Simpson is at No. 4. Make the list at No. 5 is Keira Knightley, ahead of Halle Berry at No. 6 and Jenny McCarthy at No. 7. Tennis star Maria Sharapova, Carmen Electra and Teri Hatcher are all rounding out the Top 10 on the list to be at No. 8, 9 and 10 in a row.
The Top 10 UK's Most Eligible Women
February 24, 2006 03:02:55
"The OC" star Mischa Barton has topped a new poll on the Most Eligible Women in the United Kingdom. While the actress is right on the top, fellow star Naomi Watts is at 2, followed behind at No. 3 by Kate Moss.
The survey conducted by FHM magazine involved of over 3,000 readers who rated stars on sex appeal, talent, star quality and cash. And their choice next goes to Joss Stone who is voted the 4th and Zara Phillips at 5th.
Britain's Most Stylish Women
February 22, 2006 10:02:18
Troubled supermodel Kate Moss has had a brand new life. She has gone from rehab clinic to Britain's Most Stylish Woman. That's according to recent poll conducted by Grazia magazine. Involved about 5000 readers, Moss is voted the 1st Britain's Most Stylish Woman of the year.
Put in 2nd is British actress Sienna Miller, followed closely behind by Keira Knightley, Princess Diana and Stella McCartney all of whom seat at No. 3 to 5 in a row. Sixties supermodel Twiggy is voted the 6th, while Cat Deeley, Victoria Beckham, Elizabeth Taylor and Rachel Weisz are all rounding out the Top 10.
Johansson & Knightley Pose Naked for Vanity Fair
February 08, 2006 11:02:34Fellow Hollywood rising stars, Scarlett Johansson and Keira Knightley, bare all in the latest Vanity Fair's annual Hollywood issue, posing nude for the cover of the glossy magazine.
The two actresses were teamed up with Tom Ford, the former Gucci creative director, who also was the guest artistic director for the Hollywood portfolio, which hits newsstands on Wednesday Feb 8th.
All About Silk
January 21, 2006 12:01:27New Line International and Picturehouse, which is the joint distribution venture between New Line and HBO Films, have acquired rights to Francois Girard's "Silk." Based on the bestseller by Alessandro Baricco, the film is slated to begin its production next month in Japan and will wrap in late May in Italy after shoots across Egypt and Asia.
Of drama romance genre, "Silk" is the story of a married silkworm smuggler, Herve Joncour, in 19th Century France who travels to Japan to collect his clandestine cargo. While there he spots a beautiful European woman, the concubine of a local baron, with whom he becomes obsessed. Without speaking the same language, they communicate through letters until war intervenes. Their unrequited love persists however, and Herve's wife Helene begins to suspect.
Most Searched Names of 2005 on STARmeter
January 03, 2006 12:01:37Well, it's Johnny Depp again who popped up in the list of IMDb.com's site search index STARmeter as the Most Searched Name of 2005. Took the same top position for the second time consecutively, the actor was followed by Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt who both went up from their last year rank while his fellow "Pirates" stars, Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley surprisingly slipped up their rankings this time.
Measuring the popularity of Hollywood celebrities by tabulating the searches conducted by the site's 30 million monthly visitors, this index also put some newcomers in its top 25 which included Jessica Alba at number 6, Rachel McAdams at number 17, Jon Heder at number 19, and Eva Longoria at number 22.
Keira Knightley Signed on to Star in "Silk"
December 20, 2005 04:12:48Several different sources reported actress Keira Knightley about to star in the upcoming drama romance "Silk." And as KeiraWeb.com has confirmed, the star has already signed on to star in the film which Francois Girard going to direct and produce as well.
Based on a best-selling novel by Alessandro Baricco, "Silk" is the story of a married silkworm smuggler, Herve Joncour, in 19th Century France who travels to Japan to collect his clandestine cargo. While there he spots a beautiful European woman, the concubine of a local baron, with whom he becomes obsessed. Without speaking the same language, they communicate through letters until war intervenes. Their unrequited love persists however, and Herve's wife Helene begins to suspect.
The Top 10 Best-Dressed Women of 2005
December 14, 2005 10:12:49Troubled supermodel Kate Moss is living a new life and seemingly a brand new image as a woman. Her cocaine scandal apparently couldn't dent her image as number one fashion icon as she's been named the Best-Dressed Woman of 2005 in a poll of 3,000 readers conducted by Grazia magazine.
At No. 2 on the poll is Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson. Sienna Miller comes third, ahead of singer Gwen Stefani at 4th and Nicole Kidman at 5th. Meanwhile, Angelina Jolie takes the 6th spot, followed by Kirsten Dunst, Jennifer Aniston, Keira Knightley, and Victoria Adams, all of whom rounding out the Top 10 of the poll from No. 7 to 10 in a row.
The New York Film Critics Online Awards Winners
December 12, 2005 11:12:49The 2005 New York Film Critics Online Awards meeting has been held on December 11, 2005. And here we provide you the list of the winners. Chosen as the year's Best Picture is "The Squid and the Whale," a dark comedy about the way divorce changes the members of a literary family. In the meantime, the Best-Director award goes to Fernando Meirelles for the African conspiracy thriller "The Constant Gardener."
Picked as the Best Actor is Philip Seymour Hoffman for his role in "Capote," while the Best Actress is Keira Knightley for her portrayal in "Pride and Prejudice." Oliver Platt, in addition, wins Best Supporting Actor for his action in "Casanova" and Amy Adams is honored the Best Supporting actress thanks to her role in "Junebug."
Keira & Dornan Split
August 10, 2005 09:08:44Who says love is blind? Who says love will lead your way? Who says love is everything? Love isn't that worth you know. See the fact that is happening to Hollywood actress Keira Knightley and her boyfriend Jamie Dornan.
First met in August 2003, both persons then in love to each other and began dating. Yet, they now reportedly split up, as told by an insider to British newspaper the Daily Mirror, "Keira's gutted. She really thought what she and Jamie had was love but it just wasn't meant to be. They both wanted it to work but in the end it was just untenable. They were having crisis talks on an almost daily basis so the decision was reached to finally call it a day."
Knightley Wins The Best Abs Poll
February 21, 2005 10:02:11The Pirates of the Caribbean actress, Keira Knightley, has won the first position of fit women in the new issue of In Touch magazine, beating Fergie, of the Black Eyed Peas, and Gwen Stefani, who both won the second and third position in succession. Chosen to be in the first position of the poll, Knightley is believed as the female star with the best abs.
