Johnny Depp’s “Victim Blaming” $50M Defamation Trial Against Amber Herd Is All About The First Amendment, Defense Says In Closing Argument

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Johnny Depp, the star was already out celebrating, The Mail on Sunday can reveal. On Tuesday night, hours before the vicious libel battle with ex-wife Amber Heard drew to a dramatic finale, the Hollywood A-lister threw a lavish party in London that had all the hallmarks of a victory bash.

Kathy Griffin is taking sides in the defamation trial of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.

Now that Amber Heard and Johnny Depp’s defamation trial has come to an end, there is no doubt a whirlwind of emotions both parties must be feeling at this time.

In an essay for OprahDaily.com, author Joyce Maynard has revealed her fascination with the just-concluded defamation trail of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Her surprising conclusion: someone abused Heard. Just not Depp.

While a judge ruled in Johnny Depp’s favor regarding his Amber Heard defamation lawsuit, multiple sources confirm to Us Weekly that the Aquaman actress intends to appeal the verdict.

The opinion piece at the center of Amber Heard and Johnny Depp’s explosive defamation trial received an update following the verdict earlier this week.

An almost unrecognisable Mark Owen stunned fans during his latest appearance on ITV's The National Lottery's Big Jubilee Street Party. The Jubilee party is part of televised celebrations commemorating Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign.

pregnant bar manager was left starstruck after Johnny Depp stopped by the pub she works in - and even gave her parenting advice. Laura Whittington was behind the bar at the Bridge Tavern in Newcastle when the Hollywood A-Lister popped in, Manchester Evening News reports.

Lisa Marie devastated to miss Elvis premiere and daughter's new movieLinkTony Curtis left his kids nothing including Jamie Lee Curtis after 'childhood hell' LinkIn the group, Depp handles slide, rhythm and lead guitar, backing and lead vocals, as well as keyboards. It looks like he might even have two albums coming out soon, with Cooper also promising last year that the Vampires had also been working on new material for their third album, following 2015's self-titled debut and 2019's Rise.

Johnny Depp, 58, has been performing around the UK with friend Jeff Beck, during the past week and was even in Newcastle when his victory in the Amber Heard trial was announced.

Hollywood star Johnny Depp was greeted by adoring fans in Manchester this afternoon ahead of his performance with Jeff Beck. The Pirates of the Caribbean actor was spotted leaving the Lowry Hotel in Salford.

Sam Fender has apologised after referring to Johnny Depp as 'a hero' in an Instagram post. The singer posted a photo of himself with the actor and musician when the pair met up in Newcastle.

Queen Elizabeth II is the longest reigning monarch in British history, so it is only fitting that Her Royal Highness celebrates her 70th year on the throne with a bang.As the Platinum Jubilee concert airs on BBC tonight (June 4), royal fans are expecting to see some the biggest names in Hollywood in attendance at the exclusive event.Though many of the British royal family's extended connections are well known, what many fans don’t know is that the infamous monarch is related to many of the famous faces on the big screen.As fans prepare to tune into the jubilee celebrations, Daily Star has taken a look inside Her Royal Highness’s most surprising celebrity connections.Hilary Duff rose to fame in the early noughties as the lead role of the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire which became a huge hit with viewers all over the world.After her ascent to fame, the blonde bombshell went on to appear in a slew of romantic comedy moves including Cheaper by the Dozen, A Cinderella Story and Agent Cody Banks.One thing many of her loyal legion of fans may not know is that the 34-year-old is related to several members of the British royal family.The mum-of-three is known as “America’s most royal celebrity” according to Insider following a 2012 study which revealed that the actress is the 18th cousin of Queen Elizabeth and is also related to Alexander Spotswood, the 10th great-grandson of Edward III.She’s one of the biggest names in pop history for her incredible number one hit singles such as Crazy in Love, Irreplaceable and Single Ladies. Beyonce Knowles made her impact on pop music when she formed the 90s girl group Destiny’s Child back in 1990 with her friends Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams.

Johnny Depp his ‘hero’ amid the actor’s court case with ex-wife Amber Heard. The singer, 28, had taken to his Instagram story to share a snap of him in a pub with Johnny, 58, and Jeff Beck, 77, after a verdict was reached finding him victorious in his defamation case with Amber, 36.  Sam had taken a selfie with the stars, on which he wrote: ‘Some serious heroes’.

Johnny Depp was mobbed by fans in Glasgow as he ended a week of performances following victory in his US defamation lawsuit. Mr Depp took to a UK stage with Jeff Beck for the fifth time this week, having recently played in Sheffield, London and Gateshead.

Johnny Depp his ‘hero’ amid the actor’s court case with ex-wife Amber Heard.The singer, 28, had taken to his Instagram story to share a snap of him in a pub with Johnny, 58, and Jeff Beck, 77, after a verdict was reached finding him victorious in his defamation case with Amber, 36. Sam had taken a selfie with the stars, on which he wrote: ‘Some serious heroes’. The singer faced backlash for the photo and swiftly deleted it, with some fans not agreeing with the verdict of the case. He took to his Instagram story on Saturday to address the photo, writing: ‘I want to apologise. I was invited to briefly meet a musical legend and an actor who has been in almost every film I’ve watched growing up.‘I went – we chatted music and without thinking I took a photo and posted it as it was pretty surreal.‘Using the word “heroes” was meant in reference to their careers, but in the context of the trial was severely misinformed. ‘I now realise that it was a poor choice of words and timing, but that’s irrelevant.

Johnny Depp is reportedly hoping he and his ex-girlfriend Kate Moss can become friends once again after she testified for him in his $100million defamation case against his ex-wife, Amber Heard.

Sam Fender has apologised for posting a selfie with Johnny Depp and Jeff Beck branding them “serious heroes”.The photo was shared on Fender’s social media accounts on the same night (June 1) a verdict was reached in Depp’s defamation trial with his ex-wife Amber Heard.The post is no longer available and the musician has now shared an apology with his fans. “I want to apologise,” he wrote on his Instagram Story today (June 4).

Hollywood star Johnny Depp lit up the stage in Glasgow tonight as he performed with Jeff Beck at the Royal Concert Hall. The actor is on tour in the UK with the singer and joined his friend on vocals and guitar at the sold out show. Depp caused hysteria in Glasgow city centre today as dozens of fans tried to get a glimpse of the 58-year-old.

Johnny Depp should be on cloud nine after winning his defamation lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard – but it appears he still hasn't accepted his victory.MORE: Sharon Osbourne reveals the 'real' Johnny Depp after his victory in Amber Heard trialThe Pirates of the Caribbean star shared his true feelings about the verdict after he was approached by fans following a performance with musician Jeff Beck, who Johnny is currently touring the UK with.WATCH: Johnny Depp's lawyer Camille Vasquez mouths 'wow' following verdictIn a video shared on Twitter of Johnny signing autographs, a fan could be heard saying to him: "Congratulations on winning the trial," to which Johnny responds: "Oh, thank you. I'm still in shock a little."Following the verdict on Wednesday, Johnny released a statement on Instagram in which he thanked the jury for giving him his life back.MORE: Amber Heard's ex Elon Musk reacts to Johnny Depp trial after closing argumentsMORE: Lily-Rose Depp breaks silence amid Johnny Depp trialHis full statement read: "Six years ago, my life, the life of my children, the lives of those closest to me, and also, the lives of the people who for many, many years have supported and believed in me were forever changed.