Johnny Depp-Amber Heard Defamation Trial

Johnny Depp lost an estimated $40 million in estimated earnings from film work after the publishing of Amber Heard's op-ed in the Washington Post, a forensic accountant testified in the couple's defamation trial.

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Law&Crime's Michel Bryant talks about whether Johnny Depp's substance abuse issues will matter in court. Many exhibits were presented to the jury on Thursday demonstrating Depp's history with substance abuse during his relationship with Amber Heard.

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An audio recording was played for the jury on Thursday illustrating an incident where Amber Heard begged Johnny Depp not to cut himself. This was the last exhibit presented in court on Thursday. Cross-examination of Johnny Depp is expected to continue on Monday.

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Law&Crime's Michel Bryant analyzes the audio recordings presented in court by Amber Heard's attorneys this week. There is a question of whether Johnny Depp is acting in court, as well as Heard in these recordings. Bryant and guests also discuss the importance of Heard's upcoming testimony.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, multiple text messages were presented in court showing Johnny Depp asking his assistants to get him drugs. When questioned, Depp stated that he asked for them but that doesn't mean he was doing them.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, Johnny Depp was questioned about his claim of sobriety when filling out insurance forms for Pirates of the Caribbean 5 (Dead Men Tell No Tales). The defense attorney alleged that Depp lied on his insurance form, referencing incidents that took place within the prior 18 months.

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During court on Thursday, Amber Heard's attorney continues cross-examination of Johnny Depp during the defamation trial. During this segment of questioning, Depp was asked about a variety of incidents.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, the defense presented a video to the jury showing Johnny Depp angrily slamming cabinets during an argument with Amber Heard in his West Hollywood home.

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During his continued testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp talked about when his relationship with Amber Heard began to change. He stated that her behavior and attitude towards him felt like "he was always doing something wrong." In his own words, "Ms. Heard was unable to be wrong, it just didn't happen."

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During cross-examination on Thursday, the defense played an audio recording of Johnny Depp saying "the day I chopped my finger off." The defense is arguing that Depp in fact severed his finger, not Amber Heard.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, jurors heard audio recordings of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard arguing over a prior incident. During the incident, it was alleged that Depp headbutted Heard, resulting in various injuries.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, Johnny Depp was questioned on whether he believed Amber Heard was having an affair with James Franco. Depp stated that he did indeed believe Heard was having an affair with Franco. Text messages related to the incident were also read aloud in court.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million  for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, in which she spoke out about being the victim of domestic violence. Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp as her alleged abuser, but according to Depp’s lawsuit, it relied “on the central premise that Ms. Heard was a domestic abuse victim and that Mr. Depp perpetrated domestic violence against her.” Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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During cross-examination, Johnny Depp tried to explain how dopamine and serotonin work when being questioned by Amber Heard's attorney. In Depp's own words, "I'm trying to school you."

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During cross-examination on Thursday, photos demonstrating Johnny Depp's habits were presented in court. Depp stated in relation to one of the photos shown, "I had fallen off the wagon from when I was doing Lone Ranger."

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp spoke about when he received pictures of human fecal matter on his side of the bed. Amber Heard allegedly blamed the dogs, but Depp alleges that it may have been Heard due to the size of the fecal matter.

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp spoke about his detox experience and how was denied medication while going through withdrawals. Depp talks about how he stayed at a Bahamian island during the detox process to stay out of the public eye. He stated that he asked Amber Heard to allow him to finish his detox on his own.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, Johnny Depp was questioned about an incident relating to a woman named Kelly Sue displaying affection to Amber Heard. The defense attorney alleged that Depp took Sue's hand off of Heard and yelled at her saying "Amber is my girl."

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During the defamation trial on Thursday, Johnny Depp testified under cross-examination. During this segment, many text messages between Depp and others such as Paul Bettany and Amber Heard were read aloud for the jury.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, text messages were read aloud in court. In these text messages, Johnny Depp referred to Amber Heard as an idiot cow, among the use of other names.

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During cross-examination on Thursday, text messages from Johnny Depp to Paul Bettnay were read aloud in court. These text messages, written by Depp, characterize his feelings towards Amber Heard.

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During direct examination on Wednesday, Johnny Depp detailed how he was allegedly "roundhouse punched" by Amber Heard. Depp stated that this incident was called the "stairway incident." A photograph was presented in court showing Depp's bruised face.

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp explained how Amber Heard's Op-Ed article in the Washington Post damaged his career and personal life. Depp stated that this article led to him losing roles in movies such as the Pirates of the Caribbean.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, although Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp. Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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An audio recording was presented to the jury in court on Wednesday during the direct cross-examination of Johnny Depp. The recording depicts an argument between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard relating to a fight they had.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, although Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp. Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp told the story of how his finger was severed during an incident with Amber Heard. Depp alleges that Heard threw a glass bottle at him, causing his finger to be severed. Depp stated, "I was looking directly at my bone sticking out, and the meaty portion on the inside of your finger and blood was just pouring out."

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp claimed that Amber Heard faked a broken nose after a physical altercation. Depp stated that Heard claimed that he headbutted her. In his own words, Heard said, "way to go Johnny you broke my nose." During the situation, Heard came to Depp with a tissue held to her nose, which was covered in a red substance. Upon later examination of the tissue, Depp believed the red substance to be nail polish.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million  for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, in which she spoke out about being the victim of domestic violence. Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp as her alleged abuser, but according to Depp’s lawsuit, it relied “on the central premise that Ms. Heard was a domestic abuse victim and that Mr. Depp perpetrated domestic violence against her.” Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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The defamation trial between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard continued Thursday with testimony from actress and ex-romantic partner of Depp, Ellen Barkin. Legal analyst Julie Rendelman explains what her testimony does for Heard's case.

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On Tuesday, Johnny Depp took the stand in the defamation trial. During this segment of his testimony, Depp talked about why he is suing Heard, his childhood, relationship beginnings, and how he got into acting.

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During his testimony on Wednesday, Johnny Depp detailed the violent behaviors of Amber Heard during his testimony. He spoke about her alleged violent actions fueled by anger and frustration. In his own words, "She has a need for conflict. She has a need for violence."

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The defamation trial began Monday in Fairfax County Circuit Court in Virginia, with jury selection completing on the same day. There is a possibility of celebrity witnesses testifying, including James Franco and Elon Musk.

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Sean Bett, a private security officer for Johnny Depp took the stand today. During his employment, Bett was present for multiple arguments between Depp and Heard. Bett also testified that he has seen facial injuries on Depp on more than one occasion.

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During his testimony on Tuesday, Johnny Depp reflected on the beginnings of his relationship with Amber Heard.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million  for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, in which she spoke out about being the victim of domestic violence. Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp as her alleged abuser, but according to Depp’s lawsuit, it relied “on the central premise that Ms. Heard was a domestic abuse victim and that Mr. Depp perpetrated domestic violence against her.” Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million  for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, in which she spoke out about being the victim of domestic violence. Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp as her alleged abuser, but according to Depp’s lawsuit, it relied “on the central premise that Ms. Heard was a domestic abuse victim and that Mr. Depp perpetrated domestic violence against her.” Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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Actor Johnny Depp is suing ex-wife Amber Heard for $50 million  for defamation in connection with Heard’s 2018 Washington Post op-ed, in which she spoke out about being the victim of domestic violence. Heard’s article did not specifically name Depp as her alleged abuser, but according to Depp’s lawsuit, it relied “on the central premise that Ms. Heard was a domestic abuse victim and that Mr. Depp perpetrated domestic violence against her.” Amber Heard is counter-suing Depp for $100 million.

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