Keira Knightley’s Marriage in the Spotlight: Husband James Righton Spotted Without Wedding Ring After Actress Drops Surname
Keira Knightley’s marriage to James Righton, who she wed in a romantic 2013 ceremony in the south of France, has recently sparked speculation following several significant changes in their personal lives. James, 42, was recently spotted cycling through north London without his wedding ring—a gold band that has been a symbol of his commitment since their wedding. The sighting has raised eyebrows, especially in the wake of revelations that Keira, 41, has removed her husband’s surname from official documents.
In February 2026, it was reported that Keira had dropped “Righton” from her name at Companies House, instead officially using her maiden name “Knightley.” This change has further fueled rumors about the couple’s relationship. The pair, who share two daughters, Edie and Delilah, have always been known to keep their private lives largely under wraps, but Keira’s decision has led fans to wonder if this is a sign of trouble in paradise.
Despite the speculations, the couple was seen together as recently as February during London Fashion Week, where they appeared at ease with one another. However, the absence of James’ wedding ring in public has raised questions about their future.
The couple had previously shared a beloved passion project—Les Cinq Puits, a vineyard in the French Rhone Valley, where they married. Keira recently revealed that she sold the vineyard, admitting it was “difficult” to maintain due to the couple’s changing circumstances.
While the couple’s marriage has gone through its ups and downs over the years, Keira has remained candid about the challenges of long-term relationships, sharing humorous anecdotes about her early days of dating James, including how she “trained” him to try new foods, as he had a notoriously limited diet.
As fans continue to speculate about the state of their marriage, both Keira and James have kept a tight lid on their personal affairs. Representatives for the couple have yet to comment on the recent developments.
