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Johnny Depp was born in Owensboro, Kentucky, to parents John and Betty Sue Depp. He is the youngest of four children and grew up in a family that moved frequently due to his father's job as a civil engineer.
Parental Divorce
1978
At the age of 15, Depp's parents divorced, leading to a rift between him and his father. This period marked a challenging time in Depp's life, influencing his early interests and behaviors.
Marriage to Lori Allison and Move to Los Angeles
1983
Depp married makeup artist Lori Allison and moved to Los Angeles with his band, hoping to make it big in the music industry. However, he soon found himself introduced to acting through his wife's ex-boyfriend, Nicolas Cage.
First Film Role in 'Nightmare on Elm Street'
1984
Depp landed his first legitimate movie role in the horror film 'Nightmare on Elm Street', marking the beginning of his acting career.
Breakthrough Role in '21 Jump Street'
1987
Depp replaced actor Jeff Yagher in the popular Canadian-filmed television series '21 Jump Street', catapulting him to stardom and making him a teen idol overnight.
Cult Hit 'Cry-Baby' and 'Edward Scissorhands'
1990
Depp starred in John Waters' 'Cry-Baby' and Tim Burton's 'Edward Scissorhands', which not only established him as an A-list actor but also showcased his versatility and unique acting style.
Academy Award Nomination for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'
2003
Depp's portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl' earned him an Academy Award nomination and marked the beginning of the highly successful 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise.
Induction as a Disney Legend
2015
Depp was inducted as a Disney Legend, recognizing his significant contributions to Disney's success, particularly through his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow.
Starring Role in 'Minamata'
2020
Depp starred in the drama 'Minamata', continuing his career's trend of selecting diverse and challenging roles.
Continued Acting and Musical Pursuits
Present Day
Depp continues to act and perform music, including his involvement with the supergroup Hollywood Vampires alongside Alice Cooper and Joe Perry.
Brief
Known For
Eccentric characters in films such as 'Pirates of the Caribbean', 'Edward Scissorhands', and 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street'.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: June 9, 1963.
Born Place: Owensboro, Kentucky, U.S.
Career
Current occupation: Actor and musician.
Past occupations: Musician in various bands, including 'The Kids', and ballpoint-pen salesman.
Current Place of Work: Hollywood, various film productions.
Previous Place of Work: Los Angeles, various film and television productions.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture for 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street', nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA Awards.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Johnny Depp Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Johnny Depp.
Johnny Depp was born in Owensboro, Kentucky, to parents John and Betty Sue Depp. He is the youngest of four children and grew up in a family that moved frequently due to his father's job as a civil engineer.
Parental Divorce
1978
At the age of 15, Depp's parents divorced, leading to a rift between him and his father. This period marked a challenging time in Depp's life, influencing his early interests and behaviors.
Marriage to Lori Allison and Move to Los Angeles
1983
Depp married makeup artist Lori Allison and moved to Los Angeles with his band, hoping to make it big in the music industry. However, he soon found himself introduced to acting through his wife's ex-boyfriend, Nicolas Cage.
First Film Role in 'Nightmare on Elm Street'
1984
Depp landed his first legitimate movie role in the horror film 'Nightmare on Elm Street', marking the beginning of his acting career.
Breakthrough Role in '21 Jump Street'
1987
Depp replaced actor Jeff Yagher in the popular Canadian-filmed television series '21 Jump Street', catapulting him to stardom and making him a teen idol overnight.
Cult Hit 'Cry-Baby' and 'Edward Scissorhands'
1990
Depp starred in John Waters' 'Cry-Baby' and Tim Burton's 'Edward Scissorhands', which not only established him as an A-list actor but also showcased his versatility and unique acting style.
Academy Award Nomination for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl'
2003
Depp's portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl' earned him an Academy Award nomination and marked the beginning of the highly successful 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise.
Induction as a Disney Legend
2015
Depp was inducted as a Disney Legend, recognizing his significant contributions to Disney's success, particularly through his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow.
Starring Role in 'Minamata'
2020
Depp starred in the drama 'Minamata', continuing his career's trend of selecting diverse and challenging roles.
Continued Acting and Musical Pursuits
Present Day
Depp continues to act and perform music, including his involvement with the supergroup Hollywood Vampires alongside Alice Cooper and Joe Perry.
Brief
Known For
Eccentric characters in films such as 'Pirates of the Caribbean', 'Edward Scissorhands', and 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street'.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: June 9, 1963.
Born Place: Owensboro, Kentucky, U.S.
Career
Current occupation: Actor and musician.
Past occupations: Musician in various bands, including 'The Kids', and ballpoint-pen salesman.
Current Place of Work: Hollywood, various film productions.
Previous Place of Work: Los Angeles, various film and television productions.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture for 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street', nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA Awards.
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