The legacy of “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor Johnny Depp has been on full display this week during his ex-wife Amber Heard’s defamation trial, in which she is accused of ruining it with claimed charges of spousal abuse. With each day of evidence, the public learns more about Depp’s life in the spotlight and behind the scenes, including heartbreaking details regarding his career and future.
“When the charges came out, we instantly circulated throughout the world, telling people I was an alcoholic, cocaine-fueled danger who abused women — suddenly in my 50s — it’s over,” he claimed. Depp said on the stand on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. (via Reuters).
Depp described the long-term impact of Heard’s claims as “nothing less than everything.” This alludes to the fact that the actor lost his roles in both the “Fantastic Beasts” and “Pirates of the Caribbean” film series as a result of the abuse controversy.
At one point during his testimony on Wednesday, Depp was asked about some previous claims he made about Disney and whether he’d ever be willing to work with the media behemoth again in the future, should they ever want to kiss and make up — perhaps with a Jack Sparrow appearance in the next “Pirates of the Caribbean” film.
His response devastated the hearts of “Pirates of the Caribbean” fans, particularly Captain Jack enthusiasts.
Johnny Depp has stated that he will never reprise his role as Captain Jack Sparrow, even if Disney offers him $300 million.
Looking ahead, the real-world court fights involving Amber Heard and Johnny Depp have had such an influence that it looks like Depp’s days as Captain Jack Sparrow for Disney are over.
During his testimony on Wednesday, the actor stated that he would never work for the Mickey Mouse business again, even if it paid him hundreds of millions of dollars (via Variety). Nothing on this earth would convince Depp to return to work on a ‘Pirates of the Caribbean film, even if Disney handed you $300 million and a million alpacas. Correct?”
“That is correct, Mr. Rottenborn,” Depp answered. Throughout Heard’s defamation trial, Depp’s legal team has sought to demonstrate that she harmed his reputation and career by alleging abuse accusations in a December 2018 Washington Post piece that did not name Depp (via Variety).
Heard’s attorneys have been attempting to demonstrate that any harm was done was not caused by the essay, but rather occurred before the op-ed was published.
They claimed on Wednesday that Depp’s animosity for Disney originated from a purported falling out between the two parties in October 2018, with the Daily Mail reporting at the time that Depp was “out as Jack Sparrow.” The idea that Depp would never return to the role — not even for $300 million — stemmed from remarks made by the actor during his deposition (via Variety).
If he wins, Depp wants $50 million in compensatory damages and at least $350,000 in punitive damages (via NPR).
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