Childhood and Education Journey of Johnny Depp in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Johnny Depp, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

John Christopher Depp II is a highly successful American actor and musician, known for portraying eccentric characters. He has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe, and has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards and British Academy Film Awards. His films have collectively grossed over $10.8 billion worldwide, solidifying his status as a major figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

December 24, 1983: Marriage to Lori Anne Allison

On December 24, 1983, Johnny Depp married Lori Anne Allison in Miami-Dade County, Florida. He was 20 years old, and she was 25.

March 7, 1986: Divorce from Lori Anne Allison finalized

On March 7, 1986, Johnny Depp's divorce from Lori Anne Allison was finalized after two years of marriage. Despite the divorce, they remained friendly.

1990: Proposed to Winona Ryder

In 1990, Johnny Depp proposed to his Edward Scissorhands co-star, Winona Ryder. He had started dating her the year prior when she was 17 and he was 26.

1993: Relationship with Winona Ryder ends

In 1993, Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder ended their relationship. Depp later altered his "Winona Forever" tattoo to "Wino Forever".

1994: Relationship with Kate Moss begins

In 1994, Johnny Depp began a relationship with English model Kate Moss, which lasted until 1998.

1997: Depp acknowledges past alcohol abuse

In a 1997 interview, Johnny Depp admitted to past alcohol abuse during the filming of "What's Eating Gilbert Grape?" (1993).

1998: Relationship with Vanessa Paradis begins

In 1998, following his breakup with Kate Moss, Johnny Depp began a relationship with French actress and singer Vanessa Paradis, whom he met while filming "The Ninth Gate" in France.

1999: Birth of daughter Lily-Rose Melody Depp

In 1999, Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis welcomed their daughter, Lily-Rose Melody Depp.

2002: Birth of son Jack

In 2002, Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis had a son named Jack.

2003: World's Sexiest Man

In 2003, Johnny Depp was named "World's Sexiest Man" by People magazine, marking a high point in his public image and career.

2004: Film roles in 2004

In 2004, Johnny Depp starred in "Secret Window", "The Libertine", and "Finding Neverland", and founded his film production company, Infinitum Nihil. He also made a cameo in "Happily Ever After".

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2008: Depp states he poisoned himself with alcohol

In a 2008 interview, Johnny Depp stated that he had poisoned himself with alcohol for years.

2009: Second "Sexiest Man" title and starring in 'Public Enemies'

In 2009, Johnny Depp received the title of "World's Sexiest Man" from People for the second time. He also starred as John Dillinger in "Public Enemies" in 2009.

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2011: Film releases and productions in 2011

In 2011, Johnny Depp voiced the title character in "Rango", starred in "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides", and released "The Rum Diary" and "Hugo" through his production company, Infinitum Nihil. He also made a cameo in "Jack and Jill".

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2011: Alleged assault by Depp's bodyguards at a concert

In 2011, at a concert in Los Angeles, UC Irvine medical professor Robin Eckert was allegedly roughed up by Johnny Depp's bodyguards, resulting in injuries including a dislocated elbow. She claimed Depp did nothing to stop the attack.

June 2012: Separation from Vanessa Paradis

In June 2012, Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis announced their separation, marking the end of their long-term relationship.

2012: Lawsuit filed against Depp for alleged assault by bodyguards

In 2012, UC Irvine medical professor Robin Eckert sued Johnny Depp and three security firms, alleging that Depp's bodyguards roughed her up at a concert in Los Angeles in 2011, causing injuries. Depp settled with Eckert for an undisclosed sum before the case went to trial.

2013: Depp declares he stopped drinking alcohol

In 2013, Johnny Depp stated that he had stopped drinking alcohol, adding that he "pretty much got everything [he] could get out of it."

February 3, 2015: Marriage to Amber Heard

On February 3, 2015, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard were married in a civil ceremony, marking a new chapter in Depp's personal life.

April 2015: Breach of Australia's biosecurity laws

In April 2015, Johnny Depp and his then-wife Amber Heard violated Australia's biosecurity laws by failing to declare their two dogs when they arrived in Queensland for a film shoot. Heard pleaded guilty to falsifying quarantine documents and was placed on a $1,000 one-month good behavior bond. They also released a video apologizing for their actions.

2015: Film appearances, Dior deal, and Disney Legend induction in 2015

In 2015, Johnny Depp appeared in "Mortdecai" and "Black Mass", became the face of Dior's "Sauvage", and was inducted as a Disney Legend.

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March 2016: Depp cuts ties with The Management Group

In March 2016, Johnny Depp ended his relationship with his management company, The Management Group (TMG).

November 2016: Depp joins Imprisoned for Art campaign

In November 2016, Johnny Depp joined the Imprisoned for Art campaign to advocate for the release of Ukrainian filmmaker Oleg Sentsov, who was being held in custody in Russia.

January 2017: Lawsuits against The Management Group and Bloom Hergott

In January 2017, Johnny Depp sued The Management Group (TMG) for alleged embezzlement and mismanagement, also suing his lawyers, Bloom Hergott, in a related suit.

2017: Depp's controversial comment about President Trump at Glastonbury

At the Glastonbury Festival in 2017, Johnny Depp criticized President Donald Trump, making a controversial comment interpreted as a reference to John Wilkes Booth. He later apologized, stating the remark "did not come out as intended."

2018: Lawsuit for alleged assault on 'City of Lies' crew member

In 2018, Johnny Depp was sued for allegedly hitting and verbally insulting a crew member while under the influence of alcohol on the set of "City of Lies".

2018: Settlement of lawsuit against The Management Group

In 2018, Johnny Depp's lawsuit against his former management company, The Management Group (TMG), was settled.

2018: Lawsuit from former bodyguards

In 2018, two of Johnny Depp's former bodyguards sued him for unpaid wages and unsafe working conditions, alleging they were required to perform tasks beyond their capacity, work long shifts without breaks, and were not fairly compensated.

2018: Rolling Stone profile describes Depp's substance use

In a 2018 Rolling Stone profile, reporter Stephen Rodrick described Johnny Depp using hashish and being "alternately hilarious, sly and incoherent."

2019: Settlement of lawsuit against Bloom Hergott

In 2019, Johnny Depp's lawsuit against his lawyers, Bloom Hergott, was settled.

2019: Settlement of bodyguard lawsuit

In 2019, the lawsuit filed by Johnny Depp's former bodyguards for unpaid wages and unsafe working conditions was settled.

2020: Depp admits to addiction during libel trial

During his 2020 libel trial, Johnny Depp admitted to having been addicted to Roxicodone and to having misused alcohol. He also admitted to using other substances such as marijuana, MDMA and cocaine but denied ever having been addicted to any of them.

July 2022: Tentative settlement reached in 'City of Lies' assault lawsuit

In July 2022, a tentative settlement was reached between Johnny Depp and a crew member of the movie "City of Lies", regarding the dismissal of a lawsuit alleging Depp hit and verbally insulted the crew member in 2018.

August 2022: Accusation of plagiarism for lyrics in "Sad Motherfuckin' Parade"

In August 2022, Johnny Depp and Jeff Beck were accused of plagiarizing lyrics from an incarcerated African American man's poem for their song "Sad Motherfuckin' Parade" from their 2022 album, 18. Bruce Jackson requested they credit Slim Wilson and donate profits to an organization aiding African Americans, leading to a lawsuit by Depp and Beck against Jackson.

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February 2023: Living situation in London

As of February 2023, Johnny Depp was residing in London but had not purchased a property, opting instead to stay in hotels or with friends.

January 2024: Lola Glaudini recounts verbal abuse incident

In January 2024, actress Lola Glaudini recounted an incident of verbal abuse from Johnny Depp during the shooting of the movie Blow (2001), on the podcast Powerful Truth Angels.