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 is an American actor and musician recognized with numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe. Nominated for multiple Academy Awards and British Academy Film Awards, Depp is renowned for his portrayals of eccentric characters. His films have collectively grossed over $8 billion globally, establishing him as one of Hollywood's most commercially successful actors.

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

1999: Depp Receives Honorary César Award

In 1999, Johnny Depp received an Honorary César, recognizing his contributions to the film industry.

2003: World's Sexiest Man

In 2003, Depp was named "World's Sexiest Man" by People magazine.

2003: Starring in Pirates of the Caribbean and Once Upon a Time in Mexico

In 2003, Johnny Depp starred as Captain Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl", a major box office success. Also that year, he played a corrupt CIA agent in "Once Upon a Time in Mexico".

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2005: People's Choice Award

In 2005, Depp was named by public vote as "Favorite Male Movie Star" at the People's Choice Awards.

2007: Jack Sparrow in At World's End and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

In 2007, Johnny Depp reprised his role as Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End", another major box office success. He also starred as Sweeney Todd in "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street", directed by Tim Burton.

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2007: Starring as Sweeney Todd 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". The film was a commercial and critical success and Depp won the Golden Globe for Best Musical or Comedy Actor for the role.

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2009: Second Sexiest Man title

In 2009, Depp received the title "World's Sexiest Man" by People for the second time.

2010: Alice in Wonderland success

In 2010, Alice in Wonderland, a film featuring Depp, became the biggest commercial hit of Depp's career and one of the highest-grossing films in history.

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2012: Highest paid American actor

In 2012, Depp became the highest-paid actor in the American film industry, earning as high as $75 million per film.

2012: Highest-paid actor and starring in Dark Shadows

In 2012, Johnny Depp was listed by the Guinness World Records as the world's highest-paid actor. He also starred in and co-produced "Dark Shadows" with Tim Burton in 2012.

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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", and that he wouldn't rely on alcohol to cope with his breakup with Vanessa Paradis.

2015: Appearing in Mortdecai, Black Mass, and London Fields

In 2015, Johnny Depp appeared in "Mortdecai" and "Black Mass", both produced by Infinitum Nihil. He also made a cameo appearance in "London Fields". Additionally, in 2015, Depp was signed as the face of Dior's men's fragrance, Sauvage, and inducted as a Disney Legend.

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2020: Tenth highest-grossing actor worldwide

As of 2020, Depp is the tenth highest-grossing actor worldwide, with his films having grossed over US$3.7 billion at the United States box office and over US$10 billion worldwide.

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

On February 15, 2022, Johnny Depp received the Serbian Gold Medal of Merit from President Aleksandar Vučić for his contributions to film art and promotion of Serbia, where Minamata and Puffins were shot.

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July 2022: Depp's Art Sells Out

In July 2022, artwork made by Johnny Depp sold out less than a day after debuting at Castle Fine Art in London, earning nearly $4 million.

September 24, 2024: Modì Premieres at San Sebastián International Film Festival

On September 24, 2024, Modì, Three Days on the Wing of Madness, directed by Johnny Depp, premiered at the 72nd San Sebastián International Film Festival. It was warmly received by the audience with a lengthy standing ovation.