One of the most recognizable actors of her generation,Keira Knightleyhas been captivating audiences for decades.
Knightley falls into the latter category.
Not being allowed to act as often served two purposes.
Knightley explained that her tomboy behavior was about more than just rejecting gender norms.
“The great parts are the guys' parts,” she said.
Of course, when you grow up you are, but you still want to have the adventures."
She even nodded off at one point, saying, “I couldn’t keep my eyes open.”
“Do you know, I saw the film once when …
In the movie, Knightley played Jules, the best friend and teammate of protagonist Jess Bhamra.
Knightley wasn’t hurt by the criticism, telling Radio Times that it was well deserved.
“It was difficult to get over that: ‘What am I doing?
I’m pretending that I can do this and everybody’s telling me I can’t.”
I can deal with it now, and that’s great.
Even worse, the negativity led to Knightley doubting her own talent.
“For ages and ages, everybody was going, ‘Oh, she’s just a pretty face.
She absolutely can’t act,'” she toldElle.
Knightley was nominated for an Oscar for the role, which led to more respect for her talent.
It’s a very precarious age, particularly for women.
You’re in some ways still a child.”
“Teenage years should be done privately,” she admitted.
As she grew more famous, rumors began to fly that she was living with an eating disorder.
Knightley was awarded 3,000 in damages, with the sum donated to charity.
But I’m quite sure I don’t have it," she told People, according toHuffPost.
She returned to acting after addressing her mental health, but it was a close call.
Knightley told Vogue that she came nearly quit her career altogether.
She also fell in love.
So well done, me!"
Her career hasn’t slowed down, either.
So I’m pretty much left alone now."
Of course, there are new challenges, now.
Knightley isn’t worried about getting older, though.
She told theDaily Mailthat she hopes to age gracefully.
Overall, everything has moved on the bright side as Knightley’s grown older.
We can’t wait to see how Knightley’s career keeps evolving!
