As the defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard began in Fairfax, Virginia, on April 11, 2022, the actor’s doctor confirmed his addiction to different drugs during a hectic hearing. David Kipper has thus entrusted to have taken care of the star of the film Pirates of the Caribbeanas he tried to “detox from substance abuse” during his engagement to Amber Heard. The 58-year-old actor was reportedly addicted to alcohol, opiates, benzodiazepines, stimulants and also Xanax (an anxiolytic).
According to this same doctor, Vanessa Paradis’ ex-husband was also suffering from depression and anxiety at the time and had “fear” to quit opiates after becoming addicted to them following a dental procedure. To cure him of his addictions, he had prescribed him a two-week rehab. Unfortunately, Johnny Depp would have been a difficult patient since he was constantly changing his mind about whether to go for a cure or not.”He didn’t think he could do it. This could change after having a conversation with him where he regained his senses and his lucidity.“, said the doctor.
The “Depp Monster”
Court documents obtained by the magazine People reveal instead that Johnny Depp said he was on the mend from alcohol and drugs during “important parts” of his marriage to Amber Heard. He would have accused the actress of the film Aquaman to encourage him to drink and take drugs”instead of supporting his sobriety.”
During opening statements on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, the actress’ lawyer, Ben Rottenborn, said he had clear evidence proving the actor had abused his client. violence that “took many forms”, including physical, emotional, verbal and psychological, as well as sexual violence“. Amber Heard’s lawyer, Elaine Bredehoft, said that the “monster Depp went out when he drank and when he took drugs“. A spokesperson for Johnny Depp quickly denied all these allegations which would be totally “fictitious“.