Before the court issues a final verdict on the defamation lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, the “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor continues to receive support from a large number of fans.

Johnny Depp fans drive "Pirate" boat to court to support former captain

Model pirate ship came to support Johnny Depp in court. Photo: NY Post.

According to the New York Post, the jury in the defamation trial of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard ended their second deliberation on May 31 (US time), but could not reach a verdict. The 7 jury members will continue their third working day on June 1.

Meanwhile, neither Johnny Depp nor Amber Heard appeared in court, only the legal teams of both sides arrived to wait for the final verdict.

Even though the 58-year-old actor did not appear, there were still fans who came to support him. Notably, on May 31, a giant model themed “Pirates of the Caribbean” arrived at the Fairfax County Courthouse in Virginia, USA, attracting public attention.

 

 

A model pirate ship approaches the gates of the Fairfax County courthouse.

The boat sits on a manned flatbed truck and is decorated elaborately. A large “Pirates of the Caribbean” banner hangs from the side of the boat and a battery of cannons. A mannequin of Captain Jack Sparrow (played by Johnny Depp) is at the helm at the front of the boat.

This could be an action from a Johnny Depp fan to support and cheer up the actor before the outcome of the lawsuit between him and his ex-wife.

Depp and Heard’s lawsuit originated from the “Aquaman” beauty’s article in the Washington Post in 2018. In it, Heard said she was a victim of domestic violence, and at that time she and Depp had just divorced. 2 years.

Although not directly mentioned by name, Johnny Depp was still heavily affected, the actor was turned away by many audiences, Hollywood boycotted him and lost many big projects, typically the role of legendary Captain Jack Sparrow in “Pirates”. the Caribbean”.

Johnny Depp sues Amber Heard for $50 million for defamation. Heard countersues her ex-husband for $100 million for the same crime.

 

The lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard “fascinates” the public.

The Hollywood stars’ divorce trial has been in the spotlight since April. During the six weeks of proceedings, the former couple has exposed many dark corners of their marriage that have shocked the public.

In particular, public opinion began to change when Amber Heard was repeatedly exposed for lying and perjury in hearings. Meanwhile, Johnny Depp is gradually regaining the affection and trust of his fans. American media commented that the 58-year-old actor is having an “early victory” in the “court of public opinion”.

On May 27, thousands of fans braved the weather, waiting in the rain in front of the courthouse gate and cheering as Johnny Depp walked out of the court.

According to As, the volume of evidence is so large that the deliberation process is likely to last several days, even until the end of this week.

Since this is a civil case, neither Depp nor Heard will have to go to jail even if they lose. However, the most important thing that actors and celebrities must win right now is public support. In this aspect, Johnny Depp has the advantage.

 

 

Thousands of fans came to support Johnny Depp.