Johnny Depp wins libel suit: Amber Heard will pay him $15,000,000 in damages

In April, legal proceedings began between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard in a libel case. A month and a half later, a Virginia court ruled.

Jurors found Johnny Depp injured. Now Amber Heard must pay him compensation, the amount of which is $15,000,000 ($10,000,000 in damages and $5,000,000 in fines).

Initially, the actor's lawyers demanded $50. 000 000 for defamation, which was published four years ago in The Washington Post. In turn, Hurd planned to receive $100. 000 000. Her claim was satisfied, but only partially. The actress will receive $2 000 000 for defamation by Adam Waldman, Depp's former lawyer.

Note that the court between the former spouses, at the request of Johnny Depp, was broadcast online. The actor felt that this would allow him to restore his reputation. On the day of the announcement of the verdict, Depp did not appear in the courtroom. Whether either side plans to appeal is still unknown.

Source: Bloomberg