Back in the day, way before Johnny Depp found himself at the receiving end of teeth-related ridicule, he proudly flaunted his decaying chompers. Flashing a mischievous grin, the actor shared his dental confessions in a cheeky interview with Premiere magazine back in 1995.
At the age of 31, Depp fearlessly boasted about his loads of cavities, even going as far as declaring his love for the imperfections in his smile. According to him, it was like those beaded creations made by Native Americans, where the inclusion of flaws added character. “I’m proud of these,” he proclaimed, unabashedly expressing his disdain for those with perfect teeth. Depp vehemently claimed he’d rather swallow a tick than have a set of fabulous fangs like those “up the wall” inducing pearly whites.
While online trolls may have unleashed their venomous comments about Depp’s browning grin during his appearance at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, there was one thing they failed to take into account: his breath remained fresh as a daisy despite his unapologetic love for chain-smoking and sipping on merlot. Take that, haters!
As the Twitterverse erupted with snide remarks about his dental situation, Depp’s performance in his latest film, “Jeanne du Barry,” stole the spotlight among Hollywood insiders. The French biographical drama premiered at the prestigious film festival, and Depp, now 59, was met with a thunderous standing ovation lasting a glorious seven minutes. Talk about stealing the show!
But let’s not forget the elephant in the room. Depp’s involvement in the festival following his controversial defamation trial with his ex-wife, Amber Heard, raised eyebrows. Dividing the Tinseltown folks, the televised trial ended in Depp’s favor in June 2022, as he emerged victorious against Heard’s abuse accusations. Yet, despite the trial’s impact on his personal and professional life, Depp remains unfazed by the possibility of being blacklisted. “Boycotted? Nah, not at all,” he casually told reporters. In fact, he admitted that Hollywood isn’t occupying much space in his thoughts lately, with no burning desire for its validation.
On the other side of the spectrum, rumors circulate that Heard has bid adieu to her acting career, seeking solace in the sun-soaked lands of Spain. A new chapter, perhaps, for both parties involved.
Life sure has its twists and turns, from celebrating the flawed beauty of cavities to enduring the harsh judgment of online naysayers. But as Depp continues to captivate audiences with his talent and charisma, it’s safe to say that his teeth, no matter their condition, won’t dim his star power. After all, true artistry transcends the superficial.
