Regarding Johnny Depp’s return in Fantastic Beasts: In the midst of his acceptance of the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award, Mads Mikkelsen, the current Grindelwald actor, took a moment to reflect on the challenge of stepping into Johnny Depp’s iconic role. He admitted feeling intimidated by the task of following in the footsteps of such a talented performer.
The Prospects of Johnny Depp’s Return
Addressing the question of whether Depp would reclaim the role, Mikkelsen acknowledged the recent turn of events with the legal victory. He cautiously stated, “Let’s see if he comes back.” Despite his own admiration for Johnny’s acting abilities and the fantastic job he did, Mikkelsen firmly believed that merely copying Depp’s portrayal would be creative suicide.
Mikkelsen emphasized the need to bring something fresh and original to the character of Grindelwald. He acknowledged the challenge of not copying Depp’s performance, as it was uniquely his own. Instead, Mikkelsen aimed to create a bridge between his own interpretation and Depp’s portrayal, making the role his own while honoring the legacy of the character.
Understanding the Passionate Fans of Johnny Depp
Mikkelsen shared his observations about Depp’s devoted fan base. He noted that while they were very supportive, they were also incredibly loyal to Johnny. The actor didn’t interact extensively with them but understood the emotional attachment they had to Depp’s portrayal.
The Legal Victory and Its Implications for Johnny Depp
In a significant legal development, a Fairfax County, Virginia jury ruled in favor of Depp in his defamation case against Amber Heard. The jury concluded that Heard had not only defamed Depp but had also acted with malice in publishing her damaging op-ed. This verdict validated Depp’s claims and awarded him substantial damages.
Conversely, the jury ruled in favor of Amber Heard regarding her counter defamation claim against Depp’s former attorney, Adam Waldman. Although they found that certain false statements were made about her, the jury rejected her claim that these statements were made with actual malice. Consequently, Heard was only awarded a fraction of the damages she sought.
The Uncertain Future of Johnny Depp’s Return
As of now, there is no public indication from either Depp or Warner Bros. regarding the actor’s potential return to the Fantastic Beasts franchise. Fans hoping for his comeback may be disappointed. However, if a deal is struck between the two parties, Depp’s reappearance as one of the Wizarding world’s devious figures may occur after he completes filming his role as King Louis XV in the movie Jeanne Du Barry, his first project since the accusations were made against him.
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