PICTURE Keira Knightley whisked away as over-excited New York crowd 'threaten to crush her'

Fans break down barrier as excitement builds

Brit star Keira Knightley causes hysteria

Keira Knightley was at risk of being crushed by a crowd of fans who turned up to see her at The Daily Show With Jon Stewart yesterday.

The over-zealous autograph hunters pushed down the barriers separating them from the actress, knocking over an old lady in the process.

Considered at risk of being crushed, Keira, 26, was hurried away into a waiting car. �

The Pirates Of The Caribbean star, who wore a pretty appliqu� detail nude dress for her chat show appearance, is in New York promoting new film Last Night.

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