Keira Knightley Reflects on Her 2006 Oscar Nomination Keira Knightley recently shared her mixed emotions about her first Oscar nomination for Pride & Prejudice at age 20, making her the third youngest nominee at the time.
In an interview with Vanity Fair, she recalled feeling "confused" by the recognition, as it coincided with harsh criticism for her performance in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest.
Knightley noted that while Pirates was a huge commercial success, Pride & Prejudice was her first critically acclaimed film, marking a turning point in her career.
The film was re-released in cinemas in April 2025 to celebrate its 20th anniversary, reaffirming its lasting legacy.