Johnny Depp Resigns From 'Fantastic Beasts' Amid Allegations
Johnny Depp is resigning, and maintaining that he is telling the truth.
The 57-year-old actor confirmed that Warner Bros. asked him to resign from the role of Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts following his libel lawsuit loss involving ex Amber Heard‘s allegations.
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“In light of recent events, I would like to make the following short statement. Firstly, I’d like to thank everybody who has gifted me with their support and loyalty. I have been humbled and moved by your many messages of love and concern, particularly over the last few days. Secondly, I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request,” he wrote in a note.
“Finally, I wish to say this. The surreal judgement of the court in the W.K. will not change my fight to tell the truth and I confirm that I plan to appeal. My resolve remains strong and I intend to prove that the allegations against me are false. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time. Thank you for reading.”
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