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The once rebellious heartthrob, Johnny Depp, could never have anticipated causing such a stir at the age of 59, enduring a lengthy and dramatic courtroom saga.
Speaking of Johnny Depp, one could easily publish several books or even produce a few films. Since his first appearance in the movie A Nightmare on Elm Street in 1984, Johnny Depp has lived a vibrant and tumultuous life up to the present moment.
And at the age of 59, Johnny Depp's life is far from tranquil.
As we approach the end of the year, a time for reflection on the numbers and events of the past year, Johnny Depp finds himself as the most searched name on Google amidst a year filled with countless events.
Johnny Depp secures the top spot as the most searched person and actor according to Google's 2022 statistics. Johnny Depp's ex-wife, Amber Heard, also makes an appearance at the third position.
6 Years of Controversy and Months in Court
The reasons behind the top searches for the actor and his ex-wife are undoubtedly linked to their prolonged legal battle that spanned several months. The lengthy courtroom drama, with continuous revelations and special attention from fans, turned Johnny Depp and Amber Heard into the lead actors of a blockbuster film.
Interestingly, before this trial took place, the ongoing feud between the two main characters had stretched out for a solid 6 years.
On May 23, 2016, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard initiated their dramatic showdown, exchanging blows following the actress's divorce filing.
Just four days later, on May 27, 2016, Amber Heard officially cast aside the past and filed a lawsuit against her wealthy ex-husband on charges of domestic violence.
Throughout the entire year of 2016, both parties engaged in a back-and-forth battle as Johnny Depp denied the allegations of abuse while Amber Heard insisted she was a victim. In the end, Johnny Depp decided to reconcile with his ex-wife, paying Amber Heard $7 million for her to withdraw the lawsuit.
In 2019, Johnny Depp officially counterattacked, filing a lawsuit against his ex-wife on charges of defamation and slander. Simultaneously, Johnny Depp asserted that he was the actual victim of abuse.
Mid-2020, Amber Heard admitted to physically abusing her former husband in a recorded audio clip, even revealing intimate evidence with Elon Musk while still married to Johnny Depp.
In November 2020, Amber Heard continued to sue her ex-husband for defamation, presenting unfavorable information. She demanded $100 million in compensation from Johnny Depp. This was also the time when Johnny Depp had just lost a lawsuit against a newspaper reporting on his controversies.
In April 2022, the trial for the case of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard officially took place. In his trial, Depp emerged victorious, winning a $15 million lawsuit against his former partner.
The Glorious Comeback of Johnny Depp
According to media evaluations, Johnny Depp's triumph is the result of a skilled team and an extremely thorough preparation with convincing evidence.
Some even jokingly suggested that the legal battle between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard could serve as a case study for law students. Johnny Depp successfully flipped the narrative from being the 'aggressor' to the 'victim.'
Furthermore, the attention-grabbing nature of Johnny Depp and his ex-wife's trial is partly due to the presence of other high-profile figures in the showbiz, such as Kate Moss. Amidst a plethora of evidence, Kate Moss's appearance, as a renowned star, carried significant weight.
The moment Kate Moss appeared in the courtroom footage became headline news across hundreds, if not thousands, of articles worldwide.
In fact, The New York Times dedicated a lengthy article analyzing the courtroom fashion of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard for readers' reference.
With just this glimpse, it's evident that from the core details to the trivialities surrounding the lawsuit, media outlets seized the fertile ground to explore and set trends.
Post-trial, Johnny Depp emerged as the victor. Amidst the chaos, the Dior brand remained steadfast in supporting Johnny Depp, replacing any speculations with a statement affirming the enduring relationship between the two.
Ultimately, Johnny Depp had a tumultuous yet bittersweet year in 2022.
Source: Cbsnews/Nytimes
