Keira Knightley is an English actress who has starred in many films, including the Pirates of the Caribbean series, Bend It Like Beckham, and Pride & Prejudice. She is best known for her roles in period dramas and romantic comedies. Knightley has been nominated for numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and three BAFTA Awards. She is also a recipient of an Empire Award and has won an Evening Standard British Film Award.