Keira Knightley, beloved star of 'Pirates of the Caribbean,' recently revealed to the LA Times the devastating toll fame took on her as a teenager in the early 2000s, sharing her traumatic experiences with gaslighting and victim-blaming.
Gaining fame through hits like 'Bend It Like Beckham' and 'Love Actually,' Knightley described the industry as “violent” and “misogynistic,” recounting how she was relentlessly pursued by paparazzi and told she “wanted to be stalked.” Her experiences resonate with today's young women facing social media pressures, highlighting the ongoing damage of public shaming.
As CDC data shows rising suicide rates among young girls, and Tandem Psychology notes the severe effects of victim-blaming, Knightley's story is a stark reminder of the harsh realities young women navigate in the digital age.