Published 16:25 IST, November 7th 2020
Johnny Depp asked to step down from 'Fantastic Beasts'; actor to appeal UK court judgement
Fans of Depp have not taken too kindly to this decision. Following the announcement, fans trended the hashtag #JusticeForJohnnyDepp in solidarity with Depp.
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Johnny Depp will longer portray dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts film franchise. actor took to social media to anunce his exit, and said that Warner Bros. h asked him to resign from role. Thus he quit his role and stepped down as Grindelwald from Fantastic beats franchise. This happened soon after actor lost a defamation lawsuit against U.K. tabloid Sun for or calling him a “wife beater".
Johnny Depp steps down as Grindelwald
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Sharing a written te to social media, Johnny Depp wrote that he would like to dress state of events that have been going on. He wrote that he is extremely thankful for support he has received from fans through messs. He thanked his fans for ir loyalty and support as well. Johnny Depp also ded that it humbles him to see immense support he has been receiving over past few days. actor n proceeded to reveal that he has been asked to resign from his role as Grindelwald. He says that he has respected this decision by studio and is stepping down from Fantastic Beasts franchise as requested by m.
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Johnny Depp's allegations were furr dressed in post when he mentioned that he will t stop his fight for justice despite judgement of UK Court. He mentioned that he confirms that he plans to appeal furr. Johnny mentioned that his resolve remains strong and he intends to prove that allegations against him are false. He lastly ded that his life and career will t de defined by moment he is currently facing.
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14:42 IST, November 7th 2020