The New York Times – Film:
The inclusion of “Jeanne du Barry,” directed by Maïwenn, is Depp’s first public embrace by the film industry since he won a bitter defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard.
Category: Libel and Slander
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‘Media Men’ List Defamation Lawsuit Ends in a Settlement
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Stephen Elliott, whose name appeared on a crowdsourced document containing allegations of misconduct against male writers and editors, filed his defamation suit against the list’s creator and its contributors in 2018.
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Amber Heard Says She Has Decided to ‘Settle’ Johnny Depp Defamation Case
The New York Times – Film:
The long-running legal battle was heading for its next chapter in an appeals court, but Ms. Heard said she wished to end it, citing a financial and psychological toll.
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Johnny Depp’s Win in Court Could Embolden Others, Lawyers Say
The New York Times – Film:
The actor’s victory against his ex-wife Amber Heard in one of the highest profile defamation cases to go to trial could inspire others to try their luck with juries.
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Johnny Depp Jury Finds That Amber Heard Defamed Him in Op-Ed
The New York Times – Film:
The jury in Virginia found that Ms. Heard had damaged her ex-husband’s reputation with an op-ed in which she identified herself as a “public figure representing domestic abuse.”
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The Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard Libel Case Is in the Jury’s Hands
The New York Times – Film:
After closing arguments, the judge asked a jury in Virginia to decide a defamation trial that focused as much on domestic abuse as damaged reputations.