Johnny Depp Alleges Betrayal by Friends During Amber Heard Legal Battle

Johnny Depp has openly expressed feelings of betrayal by three close friends who distanced themselves from him following domestic abuse allegations by his ex-wife Amber Heard. Depp described these individuals as people who had been part of his inner circle, even attending his children's parties, yet turned their backs on him during his legal and public struggles. He likened his experience to being a "crash test dummy" for the #MeToo movement, highlighting the challenges he faced before the movement's wider awareness, and noted how others were fearful of making the "right choice" in supporting him. Depp also criticized his former agent of 30 years, Tracey Jacobs, who testified against him in court, underscoring the sense of personal and professional betrayal he endured. Despite the fallout affecting his career, including losing roles such as in the "Fantastic Beasts" franchise, Depp maintains no ill will but calls out those who celebrated him publicly while speaking ill behind his back. His legal battles with Heard, including defamation suits and a lost libel case against The Sun newspaper, have brought to light the profound personal and industry repercussions he experienced.