| Net Worth | $250 million |
|---|---|
| Source Of Wealth | Acting |
| Born | 9th June 1963 |
| Birth Name | John Christopher Depp II |
| Height | 5ft 10in (178cm) |
But what do we really know about Johnny Depp? In this article, we'll learn more about Johnny Depp's net worth, his early life, his relationships, his movies, and more about his private scandals that have recently become very public.
Johnny Depp's Early Life
Johnny Depp was born in Owensboro, Kentucky, on June 9, 1963. His full name is John Christopher Depp ll, given to him by his father, John Christopher Depp and his mother, Betty Sue Palmer.
When Johnny was seven years old, he and his family moved to Miramar, Florida, near Miami.
Johnny Depp's Siblings
Johnny's parents had three other children, all older than Johnny.
His mother had Daniel from a previous marriage. Today, Daniel lives in California and France and is a published author, teacher, and screenwriter.
Johnny's sister Debbie is also a child of their mother's first marriage. It appears Debbie has avoided the limelight and lives a quiet life in Kentucky.
Johnny's other sister Christi is the only of his siblings to maintain an ongoing and public relationship with him. She managed Johnny's career at one point, and her IMDB profile indicates she worked as a producer and assistant on some of her brother's biggest films.
Johnny Depp's Parents
Johnny Depp's parents are Betty Sue Palmer and John Christopher Depp. Depp Sr. was a civil engineer by trade, and Betty Sue worked as a waitress when their children were young.
Johnny's parents divorced in 1978 when Johnny was just 15 years old. John Depp Sr. left the family at the time of the divorce, causing emotional waves throughout the family. Johnny Depp has spoken about his father's desertion, stating that he thought his father was a coward for leaving his family.
However, it seems Johnny Depp and his father reconnected later in life. Johnny Depp's father was present when his son received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1999.
Johnny and his sister Christi claim their mother suffered from addiction and was physically and emotionally abusive during their childhood. When Johnny spoke to Rolling Stone in 2018, he briefly described his mother's anger and violent behavior.
After the divorce, Johnny's mother would remarry. Not much is known about Johnny's stepfather Robert Palmer, aside from the fact that he spent time in prison, and Depp has described him as a good man in several interviews.
High School Years
Johnny's mother gave him a guitar when he was 12, and he taught himself to play. He quickly became enamored with music and played in several local bands. He dropped out of high school at 16 to focus on music.
In 1980, Johnny and his band, The Kids, moved to Hollywood to become rock stars. They achieved modest success, but Depp's music career would explode later in his career.
Johnny Depp's Film Career
Depp landed his first feature role in 1983, meaning he's been a Hollywood fixture for almost 40 years. His widely varied roles showcased his immense talent as an actor, and his collection of awards reflects that.
Early Roles
Johnny Depp was 20 when he arrived in Hollywood, and, with the help of Nicolas Cage, he found his first audition. The director was Wes Craven, and the film was A Nightmare on Elm Street. When the film hit theaters in 1984, Johnny Depp officially became a heartthrob.
Depp continued to act and had a minor role in Oliver Stone's Platoon. However, Johnny Depp became a household name when he took the lead role in 21 Jump Street in 1987, the Fox Network's number one show.
But Johnny quickly became disillusioned with television and left the hit show in 1990.
Furthering His Film Career
Johnny Depp's first film after leaving 21 Jump Street was the lead role in Cry Baby, directed by John Waters. But 1990 would also see the release of Edward Scissorhands, directed by rising star Tim Burton.
Depp's performance as Edward Scissorhands earned him high praise from Rolling Stone and the Washington Post, as well as his first Golden Globe nomination.
Depp continued to work on feature films, including 1993's quirky love story Benny and Joon, which added another Golden Globe nomination to the list. Then in 1995, Tim Burton wanted to work with Johnny Depp again.
Ed Wood wasn't a financial blockbuster, but it did become a cult classic, and the Golden Globe awards came knocking a third time.
By 1997, Johnny Depp was cast in a role that would bring his career to a new level. He was cast opposite the legendary Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco. This gritty mob drama's screenplay was nominated for an Oscar™, and many film critics feel it was Depp's finest performance.
After 1997, Johnny Depp appeared in many movies, most noticeably The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Blow and Chocolat. But in 2003, Johnny Depp's star would get much brighter.
The Pirates of the Caribbean
When the Disney Company released Pirates of the Caribbean: The Black Pearl in 2003, Johnny Depp's career rose to new heights. Johnny Depp's comedic portrayal as Captain Jack Sparrow would endear him to audiences and critics alike.
The first installment of The Pirates of the Caribbean was so successful that Disney released sequels. Dead Man's Chest premiered in 2006 and At World's End followed in 2007.
Unwilling to give up on a good thing, Disney brought Captain Jack Sparrow back in On Stranger Tides in 2011 and again in 2017 with Dead Men Tell No Tales.
However, in 2018 Disney formally ended their working relationship with Johnny Depp. The sixth installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean series is still in development.
Johnny Depp's Career in Music
While Johnny Depp found a very successful acting career, when he came to Hollywood as a young man, his first love was music. He was a primary player in LA's thriving music scene in the 1990s, which wasn't without controversy.
The Viper Room
In August of 1993, Johnny Depp opened the Viper Room on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood. Initially known for its exclusivity, the Viper Room was famous for its strict guest list and as a place for Hollywood's elite to party privately. Famous musicians like Flea and Iggy Pop threw impromptu jam sessions for delighted celebrity crowds.
Frequent patrons included Tobey Maguire, Keanu Reeves, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Aniston and Quentin Tarantino.
Other Musical Projects
Johnny Depp's skills as a guitarist and vocalist brought him success both inside and outside the world of film. He recorded with Aerosmith, Oasis, Iggy Pop and Jeff Beck. Depp also recorded tracks for the films Chocolat and Once Upon a Time in Mexico.
Johnny Depp also formed his own supergroup, the Hollywood Vampires, with Alice Cooper and Joe Perry from Aerosmith. They released two albums and played live concerts in cities worldwide.
Currently, Depp is again working with Jeff Beck. They released an album in 2022 and have further plans to tour.
Johnny Depp's Dating Life and Relationships
Like most actors, Johnny Depp has had a string of high-profile relationships. His first marriage was to Lori Anne Allison, a makeup artist. However, their marriage would last only two years, from 1983 to 1985.
Later Depp was publicly engaged to Jennifer Grey of Dirty Dancing fame and Sherilyn Fenn from Twin Peaks. Neither of those engagements led to marriage, but in 1990 Depp again proposed, this time to Winona Ryder. Their relationship lasted four years, but they never married.
After his relationship with Winona Ryder ended, Johnny Depp dated supermodel Kate Moss from 1994 to 1998. Later in 1998, Depp met Vanessa Pardis on the set of the film The Ninth Gate. The couple were together until 2012 and had two children.
During the filming of The Rum Diary in 2009, Johnny Depp met actress Amber Heard. The pair began dating immediately after Depp's split with Paradis in 2012 and were married in a civil ceremony in 2015.
The details of their relationship would eventually be revealed in a high-profile court case.
Awards and Accolades
As mentioned above, Johnny Depp's acting skills garnered him a place in pop culture history and many awards as well. These ranged from audience-driven awards to recognition from the film industry's most important organizations.
Academy Awards
Johnny Depp was nominated three times for an Academy Award for best actor. The first nomination was for his work on Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in 2004. His second nomination was for Finding Neverland in 2005.
His third and final nomination was for Sweeney Todd in 2007. He was beaten each time.
Golden Globe Awards
Johnny Depp has a staggering nine Golden Globe nominations for best actor. His first nomination was for Edward Scissorhands in 1991. However, he wouldn't win the award until 2008 for his role in Sweeney Todd.
Screen Actors Guild
The Screen Actors Guild nominated Depp for best actor three times. He won the award in 2004 for Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
Golden Raspberry Awards
Also known as the Razzies, the Golden Raspberry Awards highlight terrible movie performances. Johnny Depp was nominated six times for films including The Lone Ranger, Sherlock Gnomes, and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.
Despite Depp's many critics, he never won a Razzie.
Johnny Depp's Net Worth
In June 2010, the Guinness Book of World Records listed Johnny Depp as the world's highest-paid actor. In the previous 12 months, Depp earned more than $75 million.
Like many actors, Depp had films that performed very well and films that flopped. For his performance as Captain Jack Sparrow, Johnny Depp earned $10 million for the first installment, with a total paycheck of $300 million for all five films. He was slated to receive a base salary of $22 million for the sixth film, which was later canceled.
At one point, Depp's net worth was an estimated $250 million, including many investments.
Currently, it's estimated Johnny Depp's net worth is $250 million. This is a surprisingly low number given the high salaries he received for his work in film.
However, Johnny Depp's assets include a private island in the Bahamas and a luxury yacht he uses to travel the world.
What Happened to Johnny Depp's Money?
Johnny Depp accused his money management company of fraud in 2017. He alleged The Management Group (TMG) mishandled his funds. Depp and TMG settled out of court, and the terms were not disclosed.
Johnny Depp was clearly in the public eye at this point, but he was also recently divorced, which would become even more public in the coming years.
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Amber Heard and Johnny Depp married in 2015.
However, in 2016, Heard filed for divorce, alleging domestic violence. Their divorce was finalized in 2017. Heard received a settlement of $7 million, and both parties agreed they wouldn't speak to the press regarding their relationship.
In 2018, Amber Heard wrote an article for the Washington Post about her experience with domestic violence. She did not directly mention Johnny Depp's name in the article however some think it was implied. As a result, he sued her for defamation and asked for $50 million in damages.
The trial began on April 11, 2022, and concluded on June 1, 2022. The jury awarded Depp $15 million in total damages. The jury also awarded Amber Heard $2 million, as they felt Depp's attorney, Adam Waldman defamed her during the trial.
More than 500,000 people watched the trial on Court TV.
What's Next for Johnny Depp?
It's only been a short time since the trial ended, but Depp is already in France working on a film called Jeanne du Barry. Johnny Depp's career seems to be back on track.
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