Who Is The Actress In The Coco Mademoiselle Commercial?

Few ads can match the glitz and glamor of a fragrance commercial. The fashion companies behind them often bring in A-list Hollywood talent and depict a life of elegance and opulence that can be incredibly enticing for consumers. One such ad that has recently caught the attention of viewers is a commercial for Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel depicting a stylishly dressed woman returning to her hotel room and placing a "Do Not Disturb" sign on her door before pulling out a chess set. She sits alone for a moment before being summoned by a knock at the door — which she eagerly goes to answer.

The ad arguably works not only because of the lifestyle it depicts but also due to its notable casting. In fact, the actress who stars in the Coco Mademoiselle commercial will likely look familiar to many pop culture aficionados. With that in mind, the time has come to dive in and take a much closer look at the star behind this enthralling piece of advertising.

The actress seen in the Coco Mademoiselle commercial is none other than Hollywood superstar Keira Knightley. An English actress born in 1985, Knightley has been acting since the mid-1990s, with a total of 62 roles on her IMDb list of credits. Over the course of her career, she has appeared in numerous blockbuster movies as well as many notable dramas, including films in the period piece subgenre. She has also been the face of Coco Chanel since 2006 when she replaced Kate Moss (via People).

Knightley's most notable credits include some of the most prominent and influential films of the past two decades. In 1999, she appeared in "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace" as the decoy queen for Natalie Portman's Padmé Amidala, and in 2002, she broke out with her role in the soccer film "Bend It Like Beckham." From there, she went on to become one of the main stars of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise with her role as Elizabeth Swann. Other notable roles from Knightley's career include "Love Actually," "King Arthur," "Pride & Prejudice," "Atonement," "Anna Karenina," and "The Imitation Game."