Johnny Depp has shared his experience of living in the spotlight for more than half of his life (PA Wire)
Controversial film star Johnny Depp has opened up about the pitfalls of fame.
The Edward Scissor Hands actor, 60, was once the toast of Hollywood, but the fallout from his marriage to former wife Amber Heard cost him greatly.
In 2020 he lost a UK libel case against The Sun newspaper, which branded him a “wife beater”. In 2022 a US jury found, however, that Heard had libeled her ex-husband in an article on domestic abuse.
While big film studios in the US appear to have turned their backs on him, including dropping him from the Fantastic Beasts franchise, he describes himself even now as “very lucky”.
Insisting that he “can’t complain about anything”, Depp does admit that being in the spotlight can do “funny things to a man”.
Director and star Maïwenn and Johnny Depp in Jeanne Du Barry (Handout)
“The first thing that’s really mad is to expect anyone who’s lived in that kind of situation to be anything remotely close to normal.
“Now, to make matters worse, I wasn’t normal before that. So I’ve had to adapt my world into the way that I have to live. How do I live? I live behind windows. I live behind car windows, train windows, plane windows, hotel room windows… f***ing windows!” he added.
Depp made his remarks while promoting new film Jeanne Du Barry in which he portrays the historical French ruler King Louis XV.
The French-language flick, which is showing in UK cinemas from Friday, opened last year’s Cannes Film Festival and had box office success across mainland Europe.
The film’s official synopsis reads: “Jeanne du Barry follows Jeanne Vaubernier (Maïwenn), a woman born into poverty who uses her intellect and charms to climb the social ladder, rising to the opulent court of King Louis XV of France (Johnny Depp).
“On her official introduction to the King, their attraction is irresistible and Jeanne becomes his favourite courtesan, reigniting his appetite for life.
“The two fall madly in love and against all convention, Jeanne moves into the Palace of Versailles as scandal and revolution ensue. Starring Johnny Depp, with Maïwenn, who also directs and co-writes.”
News
Bruno Mars first appeared after suspicion of losing $50 million in gambling debt: Extremely depressed, in tears during the show in Thailand
On the evening of March 30, Bruno Mars held a large-scale live concert in Bangkok (Thailand). Bruno Mars visited Thailand over two weekends (March 30 and 31) as part of a series of live concerts held by male artists in…
The Mars Effect: Speculating on Bruno Mars’ Potential Genre Choices for a Jump to the Big Screen
Bruno Mars has become one of the most successful pop stars of the 21st century, with his soulful voice, retro style, and dynamic stage presence charming audiences around the world. Though he has primarily focused on his music career, Mars’…
From Struggling Artist to Superstar: How Bruno Mars’s Journey Teaches Us the Power of Perseverance and Self-Belief
Bruno Mars has become one of the biggest pop stars on the planet, churning out hit after hit and selling out arenas around the world. However, his path to stardom was filled with struggles and setbacks that would have derailed…
From Thriller to Treasure: Bruno Mars’ Surprising Takeaways from Michael Jackson
In the realm of music, certain artists etch their names into the annals of history not just for their talent but also for the profound impact they have on subsequent generations. Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, undoubtedly stands as…
Exploring the Explosive Bromance: Bruno Mars’s Best Friendship Lyrics Unveiled!
In the realm of music, where emotions flow freely and sentiments are expressed in melodies, Bruno Mars stands out as a maestro of capturing the essence of human connections. While he’s renowned for his romantic ballads and infectious beats, Mars…
The Surprising Rise of Bruno Mars: Unpacking His Evolution with Award-Winning Milestones
Bruno Mars has become one of the most successful pop stars of the 21st century, blending elements of pop, R&B, funk, and soul into his infectiously catchy songs. Mars’ trophy cabinet traces an impressive evolution from behind-the-scenes songwriter to global…
End of content
No more pages to load