Johnny announced on Instagram today that film studio Warner Bros has asked him to leave. ‘And I have respected that request and I agree,’ the actor writes. Who will succeed him in the third part of Fantastic Beasts is not yet known.
The actor had sued the newspaper for libel because he was called a “ woman swatter ” in a 2018 article. A judge ruled that on Monday insufficiently proven that the article speaks of libel and that Johnny did assault his ex-wife Amber Heard.
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Depp is grateful for all the support he received during the case and after the verdict. “I feel humbled and touched by your many sweet messages and concerns, especially the last few days.”
The actor also confirms that he is appealing the court’s decision. ‘I remain determined and intend to prove that the charges against me are unfounded. My life and career will not be defined by this one moment. ‘
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Amber Heard was heard in the case last July:
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