Johnny Depp made a surprise appearance at this year’s VMAs!
Three months after the Hollywood veteran won a defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard, the 59-year-old appeared for the award show. However, the Owensboro native’s post-trial appearance didn’t sit well with everyone, especially fans of the entertainer’s former lover.
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Johnny Depp Appears Almost At The VMAs As The Iconic Moon Man
As shared by The Blast, the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) took place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on Sunday, August 28. The awards ceremony drew attention for their annual tradition with three Hip-hop stars serving as co-hosts alongside various A-list performances.
While the audience enjoyed LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow as hosts of the event. The opposite happens when a special guest floats in, dressed as the prestigious Moonman trophy. For his brief appearance at the start of the show, Depp appeared virtually with his face digitally added to the moonman’s helmet.
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The silver astronaut suit is similar to the MTV awards that are usually given to the winners of various categories at the VMAs. However, this life-sized version comes with the star appeal of “Edward Scissorhands”. Depp, known for his sense of humor, did not disappoint the cheering crowd at the Prudential Center. The father of two jokingly told viewers, “And you know what? I need the job.”
In a more extended clip uploaded on “The Lone Ranger” actor’s Instagram page, the three-time Academy Award nominee stated that he is available for birthdays, bar mitzvahs, weddings and any event fans need. The Owensboro native’s jokes referenced his return to the spotlight, most notably the acting scene following a favorable verdict that cleared his name as an alleged “wife beater.”
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Nevertheless, the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star’s appearance at the VMAs became a viral topic on social media platforms such as Twitter. While most people were happy to see the 59-year-old make a remarkable comeback after an emotional legal battle with Heard, the presence of the Hollywood sensation left a sour taste in the mouths of his ex-wife’s fans.
A male supporter of the blonde actress, Shane Russo, didn’t mince her words as she slammed MTV for allowing Depp on their show. The shocked man ordered read:
“Honestly, damn the VMAs for including Johnny Depp. A whole crowd of Amber’s industry friends cheering for her abuser. It makes me sick. The industry hasn’t changed at all. Not surprised, but still very disappointed.”
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The rants didn’t end there as fans of the “Aquaman” actor continued to attack the industry in more tweets. Just a moment position, Russo stated that he couldn’t imagine what it would be like to be in Heard’s shoes. According to him, the actress was “globally humiliated” by her alleged abuser and betrayed by the community she defended. In addition, the 36-year-old had to watch his peers praise the man he accused of hurting him.
I can’t imagine being globally vilified by your abuser while your entire industry you’ve supported for decades remains silent, and then months later watching a room full of your same industry peers praise your abuser while pretending to care about change
— shane (@shxnerusso) August 29, 2022
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More fans flocked to the Texan’s corner as a second Twitter user resonated similar thoughts. Heard’s supporters are pleading with MTV to stop giving abusers a platform. The individual claims Depp is not only a legal wife beater but also accuses him of copyright infringement. Longtime supporter of Heard, too join troll train.
The media personality stated that the “Zombieland” actress received backlash after winning the UK trial against her ex-husband. But, the opposite happened when the “Blow” actor won the US defamation case. The hate didn’t faze fans of the SAG award winner as they proudly showered the idol with praise. a lot calling Barlow, and other supporters of Heard because of their despondency commentWhile others declared Depp will only reach higher levels.
Amber Heard’s Sister Not a Fan of the Actress’s VMA Cameo
As reported by The Blast, the “Drive Angry” actor’s younger sister, Whitney Henriquez, furiously took to her Instagram Stories to bash Depp’s VMA appearance. The blonde tried to shake up her sister’s #amberturd image with new hashtags #IStandWithAmberHeard and #DVMAS, which she wrote over an edited photo of the actress and MTV’s iconic moon man.
In addition to these cries of support, Heard’s sister expressed her disappointment in MTV for allowing Depp’s presence on their show and wished none of the actors had daughters.
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