Johnny Depp's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Johnny Depp. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

John Christopher Depp II, known as Johnny Depp, is a highly acclaimed American actor and musician. Throughout his career, he has garnered numerous awards, including a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award, and has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards and British Academy Film Awards. Depp is recognized for portraying eccentric characters in films that have collectively grossed over $10.8 billion globally, solidifying his status as a successful and influential figure in the entertainment industry.

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

1999: Honorary César Award

In 1999, Johnny Depp received an Honorary César Award.

2003: Starring in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

In 2003, Johnny Depp starred in "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" as Captain Jack Sparrow, receiving widespread acclaim and multiple award nominations for his performance. He also starred in "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" as a corrupt CIA agent, garnering praise for his acting.

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2003: Named "World's Sexiest Man" by People

In 2003, the same year as the first "Pirates" film was released, Johnny Depp was named "World's Sexiest Man" by People magazine, marking a significant recognition of his appeal.

2004: Starring in Several Films and Founding Infinitum Nihil

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

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2005: Starring in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Corpse Bride

In 2005, Johnny Depp starred in Tim Burton's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as Willy Wonka, receiving a Golden Globe nomination. He also voiced Victor Van Dort in Burton's stop-motion animation "Corpse Bride".

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2005: Named "Favorite Male Movie Star" at the People's Choice Awards

In 2005, Johnny Depp was named "Favorite Male Movie Star" at the People's Choice Awards, beginning a streak that would last until 2012.

2007: Starring in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

In 2007, Johnny Depp starred as Sweeney Todd in the musical "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street", winning a Golden Globe and receiving an Academy Award nomination for his performance.

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2009: Named "World's Sexiest Man" again by People

In 2009, Johnny Depp received the title of "World's Sexiest Man" by People magazine for the second time, solidifying his status as a major film star.

2010: Starring in Alice in Wonderland and The Tourist

In 2010, Johnny Depp starred in Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" as the Mad Hatter and in the romantic thriller "The Tourist" opposite Angelina Jolie, receiving Golden Globe nominations for both films.

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2012: Highest-Paid Actor and Starring in Dark Shadows

In 2012, Johnny Depp was listed by Guinness World Records as the world's highest-paid actor. He reprised his role in 21 Jump Street and starred in Tim Burton's "Dark Shadows", based on the television soap opera of the same name.

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2013: Declaration of Sobriety

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

2015: Appearing in Mortdecai, Black Mass, London Fields, and Becoming the Face of Dior's Sauvage

In 2015, Johnny Depp starred in "Mortdecai" and "Black Mass", receiving a SAG award nomination for the latter. He also made a cameo in "London Fields" and became the face of Dior's Sauvage fragrance. He was also inducted as a Disney Legend.

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February 15, 2022: Depp Receives Serbian Gold Medal of Merit

On February 15, 2022, Depp received the Serbian Gold Medal of Merit from President Aleksandar Vučić for his contributions to film and the promotion of Serbia.