How did the life of the actors of the movie "Pride and Prejudice," which was released almost 20 years ago, develop? Photos from then and now

Almost 20 years ago, the British-French film "Pride and Prejudice" was released worldwide. Directed by Joe Wright, the film adaptation of the novel of the same name by English writer Jane Austen not only gained popularity among the audience but also won the BAFTA Award for Best First Feature.

The actors, who portrayed the love story of a girl from a poor family and a wealthy, but at first glance too proud man, became public favorites and managed to take firm root in the film industry. OBOZ.UA will tell you how the stars of the cult drama have changed and how their lives have developed.

Keira Knightley

The English actress and model made her breakthrough in the film industry in 1995 when she played the lead role in the movie "Bend it like Beckham." The "Pirates of the Caribbean" series of films and "Pride and Prejudice," for which the celebrity was nominated for an Oscar, brought her particular popularity. Her masterful acting made Keira Knightley famous throughout Hollywood. In addition to a successful career, the star has also created a good family. In 2013, she married musician James Righton, with whom she has two children together: Edie and Delilah.

Matthew MacFadyen

Matthew MacFadyen's acting career began with theater performances. He made his television debut in 1998 when he appeared in the film adaptation of the novel "Wuthering Heights." However, the drama "Pride and Prejudice" brought him recognition, where he played the wealthy Fitzwilliam Darcy. After participating in the film "Criminal Justice," the star received a BAFTA television award, and in 2022 he won an Emmy for Best Supporting Actor in a TV series "Legacy." In 2004, the celebrity married actress Keeley Hawes. The couple had three children.

Donald Sutherland

Throughout his long career, Donald Sutherland has managed to become the star of a large number of successful projects. He has starred in more than 140 films, including: "Johnny Got his Gun," "M.A.S.H," "Il Casanova di Federico Fellini," "The Menagerie," "The Italian Job," "Pride and Prejudice," and others. In 2017, the star received an Oscar for outstanding services to cinema, and earlier he won the Emmy and Golden Globe awards. The celebrity could have continued to delight fans with his skillful performance, but unfortunately, his life ended at the age of 88 on June 20 due to a "long illness."

Rosamund Pike

The English actress managed to make a loud statement in the film industry after appearing in the 007 movie  "Die Another Day." Among the most successful projects with Rosamund Pike's participation are: "Pride and Prejudice," "Doom," "Clones," and "Johnny English Reborn." In 2019, the celebrity married businessman Robbie Uniacke, with whom she has two sons: Solo and Atom.

Carey Mulligan

After appearing on world screens in the movie "Pride and Prejudice," Carey Mulligan began a successful acting career. The star began to be invited to the highest-grossing films, and in 2009 she won a BAFTA award for her film "An Education." For the same work, the actress was nominated for an Oscar. The celebrity's best projects are: "Never Let Me Go," "Drive," "Shame," "The Great Gatsby," "Inside Llewyn Davis," "Far from the Madding Crowd," "Suffragette," and "She Said." In 2012, the celebrity got married to musician Marcus Mumford.

Rupert Friend

After making his debut in "The Libertine," Rupert Friend began appearing in projects of various genres. The actor is known for his roles in the films "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas," Cheri," "The Young Victoria," and "Hitman." For 5 years, the celebrity was in a relationship with his colleague Keira Knightley, but their romance ended in 2010. The star is currently married to Aimee Mullins.

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