A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "It’s such an original idea. She’s been so busy filming ’Pirates of the Caribbean 3’ and ’Silk’ back-to-back, she needs a break and time with Rupert." The screen beauty - who celebrated her birthday at a 1920s themed bash at London’s Paper nightclub on Sunday (26.03.06) see photo - couldn’t wait to reach the milestone birthday so she could drink alcohol with her pals in the US. She recently said: "It seems ridiculous. Over here I can drink myself silly. "But I go back to my adolescence when I’m shooting in America. I’m on the Shirley Temples while my mates are getting pissed."

Keira celebrated her 21st birthday in style - Mar 27, 2020
Keira Knightly celebrated her 21st birthday in style last night (26.03.06) - at a 1920’s themed party. The stunning actress emerged from her West London flat dressed as a Flapper. She wore a glittering gold gown and furry stole and had her hair tightly curled. see photo

A passer-by told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Keira was absolutely glowing. She seemed pretty emotional, and a girlfriend gave her massive hug as she came out of her home." The glitzy party was held at London’s Paper nightclub and around 120 guests joined the frivolities. The guest of honour was Keira’s new boyfriend, Rupert Friend. The pair met while filming ’Pride and Prejudice’ last year and have been an item since December.

Rupert stuck to the roaring twenties theme, opting for a dark suit, black tie and black trilby. He was not the only man helping Keira celebrate her milestone birthday. Hollywood actor Johnny Depp and ex-boyfriend Jamie Dornan all helped to make the star’s special day unforgettable. An insider told the Daily Star newspaper: "Johnny Depp is close pals with Keira and sent her flowers, while Jamie Dornan has bought her some designer luggage."

Keira has moved in with her new boyfriend - Mar 20, 2020
Keira Knightley has reportedly moved in with her new boyfriend - into his bedsit. The British beauty began romancing her ’Pride and Prejudice’ co-star Rupert Friend two months ago and the pair are so besotted they have decided to live with each other. But instead of opting for a luxurious movie star-style apartment, down-to-earth Keira has decided to move into Rupert’s cosy place in Clapham, London.

A source told the News of the World newspaper: "They are so in love so it only seemed natural from them to want to be with each other. "They thought about Rupert Moving into Keira’s place but it’s full of memories of her ex, Jamie Dornan. "Also, Keira feels more anonymous in the area where Rupert lives."

Keira and Rupert’s romance first came to light after they were spotted frolicking on a beach during a break in the Bahamas. An onlooker was quoted as saying: "Keira and Rupert looked very much in love. She was smiling and he couldn’t keep his hands off her - she looked fantastic." The photographs ended months of speculation that Keira had rekindled her romance with model Jamie. The couple split last year following a string of rows over their conflicting work schedules, but were later spotted strolling hand in hand in London.