Keira close to splitting from boyfriend

Keira Knightley's mother has advised the star to dump lover Rupert Friend.

The troubled couple continued to argue throughout the Christmas period, causing Keira's family and close friends to question the future of their relationship.

A source told The Mirror: "They had a big row at the end of December and they haven't seen much of each other in 2007. Keira's mum and pals told her she should be single - her career's going great and she doesn't need the stress of a failing relationship."