Friend reveals why Johnny Depp decided to skip Amber Heard trial verdict

Johnny Depp is preparing to direct his first film since his 1997 directorial debut in ‘The Brave’ starring both himself and Marlon Brando. The 59-year-old actor is teaming up with Al Pacino, who will be co-producing a new biopic alongside Barry Navidi.‘Modigliani’ tells the story of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani, and will be based on the play by Dennis McIntyre and adapted for the screen by Jerzy and Mary Kromolowski.

Johnny Depp will direct his first film in 25 years with the upcoming biopic Modigliani.The actor, who previously directed 1997’s The Brave starring himself and Marlon Brando, announced he’ll be stepping behind the camera for a second time for a film about the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani.In a statement (via The Hollywood Reporter), Depp said: “The saga of Mr. Modigliani’s life is one that I’m incredibly honoured, and truly humbled, to bring to the screen.

Amber Heard has now hired David L. Axelrod and Jay Ward Brown of Ballard Spahr to represent her in her appeal of the Johnny Depp defamation trial verdict.

Amber Heard has hired new legal counsel amid her ongoing litigious battle with ex-husband Johnny Depp. Last month, Heard took the necessary step toofficially appeal the verdict in Depp's defamation case against her. According to the legal documents, obtained by ET, the  actress' lawyers at the time filed the paperwork on July 21 in Fairfax County, Virginia, alerting the court they would be filing an appeal in the case where jurors awarded the  star $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages.

Amber Heard has hired new lawyers amid the ongoing legal battle between her and ex-husband Johnny Depp.

Johnny Depp as the controversial King Louis XV from upcoming historical romance drama, Jeanne du Barry.Directed by French filmmaker Maïwenn, who also stars in the title role, the film follows the life of Jeanne du Barry, the last royal mistress of King Louis XV who climbed the social hierarchy from her working-class roots to become the king’s lover.Alongside Depp and Maïwenn, the cast includes Benjamin Lavernhe, Pierre Richard, Melvil Poupaud, Noemie Lvovsky, Pascal Greggory and India Hair.Filming on Jeanne du Barry began at the end of July in Paris and the Île-de-France region, after Depp’s defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard concluded in June, according to Deadline.From that trial, Depp was awarded $10million (£8million) in compensatory damages and $5million in punitive damages. Heard was awarded $2million for her counterclaim against Depp.

Johnny Depp is royalty in iconic French director Maïwenn’s love story “Jeanne du Barry”.

Johnny Depp has inked an endorsement deal worth seven figures with French fashion house Dior, a source close to the actor confirmed to Fox News Digital Tuesday. The "Pirates of the Caribbean" star will be the face of Dior's cologne Savauge as part of a multi-year agreement, sources told TMZ. The gossip site reported that Depp, 59, hammered out the deal after fashion photographer Greg Williams attended one of Depp and English guitarist Jeff Beck's concerts in Paris.

Everyone knows that the late Princess Diana was a bona fide fashion icon. The royal was a style queen - from her off-duty cycling shorts to her crisp sharp suits and stunning jewellery.

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is about to take on a hot topic.

The Amber Heard-Johnny Depp defamation trial made headlines throughout the world, and now it’s coming to the new season of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”.

The Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial captivated viewers with a peek into the stormy marriage of two movie stars but, believe it or not, the proceedings could have been even more sensational.

defamation win over ex-wife Amber Heard, Depp, 59, shared news of the sale with an Instagram pic of him sitting in front of four of his works of other icons.“NOW AT #CASTLEFINEART,” he captioned the pic, linking the UK gallerythat then told fans, “The wait is finally over!”“We’re delighted to announce that the latest signing to Castle Fine Art is the critically acclaimed actor, musician, and artist, #JohnnyDepp,” the gallery said.Less than 20 minutes later, the gallery admitted having such a rush of wannabe buyers that its website crashed.“#JohnnyDepp broke the internet!” Castle Fine Art tweeted.As fans complained about being unable to access the sale, the gallery then tweeted that Depp’s “debut collection ‘Friends & Heroes’ is now officially sold out.”“This world-first release proved to be our fastest-selling collection to date, with all titles selling out in just hours,” the gallery said.All 780 prints were quickly marked “out of stock,” with the sale making an estimated $3.65 million in the sale.In its catalog, the gallery said, “For Johnny Depp there has always been art.

Johnny Depp is showing his entrepreneurial skills in the art world, as he is now making millions from his own artwork, releasing 780 prints at the Castle Fine Art gallery in London and earning over $3.6 million within hours.The actor’s prints were sold out almost immediately after being made available on Thursday, with a focus on pop culture and icons that have inspired him throughout his career. The limited edition portraits are priced at $3,973 each, and a set of four prints for $15,040.Titled the ‘Friends & Heroes’ collection, Depp has an extensive list of “people he has known well, and who have inspired him as a person,” as it was stated by the gallery, explaining that ”each image is an intimate reflection of their character in Johnny’s eyes; a portrayal of how they have revealed themselves to him.”A post shared by Castle Fine Art (@castlegalleries)“From his dear friend Keith Richards, who inspired the mannerisms of the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow, to Bob Dylan, whose creative influence on the artist is seen in his vivid and immortal portrayal by Johnny.”The Hollywood star also shared his thoughts on art and how he uses it to share his emotions.

Johnny Depp has earned over £3million in sales after selling his entire debut art collection.The actor painted four celebrity portraits for the collection titled Friends & Heroes, including Keith Richards, Bob Dylan, Elizabeth Taylor and Al Pacino.On Thursday (July 28), Depp announced on Instagram that he was selling the collection via the Castle Fine Art website.As noted on the site, the collection became the gallery’s fastest-selling to date after selling all 780 prints “in just hours”. According to The Evening Standard, the website temporarily crashed due to the volume of people trying to purchase the actor’s work.A post shared by Johnny Depp (@johnnydepp)Individual framed portraits were sold for £3,950 each, while the complete portfolio of four portraits cost £14,950.Speaking about his collection, Depp said: “I’ve always used art to express my feelings and to reflect on those who matter most to me, like my family, friends and people I admire.

Johnny Depp‘s wallet is feeling a little heavier right now … millions of dollars heavier!

Johnny Depp is quite the artist.

revealed on Instagram Thursday that Affleck will be making an appearance as the Caped Crusader in “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.”“REUNITED bruce and arthur,” the actor wrote. “love u and miss u Ben WB studio tours just explored the backlot alright.

Washington Post op-ed titled, “Amber Heard: I spoke up against sexual violence — and faced our culture’s wrath. That has to change.” In Heard's countersuit, the same jury also found that Depp's former attorney had defamed her when he claimed that the actress had made up the allegations of assault. Depp and Heard are now both in the process of appealing the verdicts.During her testimony, Heard referenced a rumor she'd heard about Depp pushing Kate Moss down a flight of stairs while the two were dating in the '90s.