Johnny Depp won the defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard, whom he sued for her allegations of domestic abuse. The ruling ended a televised lawsuit that Depp launched to defend his figure, though it turned into a spectacle of a vicious marriage. Read his full statement below:
"Six years ago, my life, the lives of my children, the lives of the people closest to me, as well as the lives of people who have supported and trusted me for many, many years, changed forever. Everything in the blink of an eye.
False, very serious and criminal charges were brought against me through the media, which caused an endless barrage of hate content, although no charges were filed against me. Already [the lie] had traveled the world twice within a nanosecond and had a seismic impact on my life and career.
And six years later, the court returned my life. I'm really humble.
My decision to pursue this matter, knowing full well the legal obstacles I would face and the inevitable worldwide spectacle of my life, was made only after considerable judgment.
From the beginning, the purpose of this case was to discover the truth, regardless of the conclusion. To tell the truth was something I had a duty to my children and all those who have stood firm in their support for me. I feel calm knowing that I have finally achieved this.
I am, and have been, surrounded by colossal love and support and kindness from all over the world. I hope my desire to tell the truth will have helped others, men or women, who have been found in my situation and that those who support them never give up. I also hope that the 'innocence until innocence' approach is considered, both within the courts and in the media.
I want to thank the noble work of the judge, the jury members, the court staff and the sheriffs who have sacrificed their time to get to this point, and my diligent and unwavering legal team who did an extraordinary job helping me to share the truth.
The best is yet to come and a new chapter has finally begun.
Veritas numquam perit.
The truth is never lost. "
