Johnny Depp, the 61-year-old Hollywood icon whose career has spanned decades with unforgettable roles in Pirates of the Caribbean, Edward Scissorhands, and his recent thriller Day Drinker, has once again found himself at the center of a media storm. On May 10, 2025, while promoting his latest film in Madrid, Spain, Depp dropped a bombshell that reignited public fascination with his tumultuous past with ex-wife Amber Heard. In a candid interview with a European entertainment outlet, Depp revealed a list of high-profile stars he alleges Heard cheated with during their marriage—a revelation that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and sparked intense debate among fans on social media. The list, which includes names like Leonardo DiCaprio, Channing Tatum, Elon Musk, James Franco, and Cara Delevingne, has brought renewed attention to the former couple’s volatile relationship, raising questions about truth, motive, and the lingering impact of their 2022 defamation trial.
Depp and Heard’s relationship has been a lightning rod for controversy since they met on the set of The Rum Diary in 2009. They began dating in 2012 after Depp’s split from longtime partner Vanessa Paradis, with whom he shares two children, Lily-Rose and Jack. The couple married in February 2015, but their union was short-lived, ending in May 2016 when Heard filed for divorce and obtained a restraining order, alleging domestic violence. Depp denied the claims, and their divorce was finalized in 2017 with a $7 million settlement, which Heard pledged to donate to charity. The drama escalated in 2018 when Heard wrote an op-ed for The Washington Post about surviving domestic abuse, prompting Depp to sue her for defamation in 2019, claiming the article damaged his career. The 2022 trial in Fairfax, Virginia, resulted in a mixed verdict: Depp was awarded $10.35 million, while Heard received $2 million in her counterclaim.
Throughout their legal battles, allegations of infidelity have been a recurring theme. During the 2020 U.K. libel case against The Sun, which labeled Depp a “wife beater,” Depp’s legal team claimed Heard had affairs with Leonardo DiCaprio and Channing Tatum, suggesting his jealousy over her male co-stars contributed to their conflicts. Heard denied these claims, testifying in 2020 that she never cheated during their marriage, specifically addressing rumors involving Elon Musk and James Franco. However, Depp’s team presented CCTV footage from their LA penthouse in 2016, allegedly showing Heard with Musk and Franco in compromising situations shortly after an incident where she claimed Depp abused her. Additionally, Josh Drew, a friend of Heard’s, testified in 2022 that Heard had a three-way affair with Musk and Cara Delevingne while still married to Depp, a claim Musk refuted, stating he and Heard only began dating after her divorce filing.
Depp’s latest revelation in May 2025 builds on these past allegations, but with a new twist: a detailed list he claims to have compiled during their marriage, based on “evidence” he uncovered over the years. In the Madrid interview, Depp spoke with a mix of exhaustion and resolve, saying, “I’ve kept quiet about a lot of things for a long time, but I think it’s time the truth came out. Amber had relationships with multiple people while we were together, and I have the proof.” He then named DiCaprio, Tatum, Musk, Franco, and Delevingne, alleging that Heard’s infidelity began just a month after their wedding in 2015 and continued throughout their brief marriage. Depp claimed he found text messages, witnessed suspicious behavior, and even hired a private investigator after their separation to confirm his suspicions.
The list has caused a stir for several reasons. Leonardo DiCaprio, 50, and Channing Tatum, 45, were major heartthrobs during the mid-2010s, and Heard had worked with both—DiCaprio in Inception (2010) and Tatum in Magic Mike XXL (2015). Depp alleged that Heard’s on-set chemistry with these stars turned into off-screen affairs, a claim he says fueled his insecurities at the time. Elon Musk, 53, and James Franco, 47, have long been linked to Heard in the context of Depp’s lawsuits, with the 2016 CCTV footage resurfacing in discussions on X following Depp’s interview. Cara Delevingne, 32, adds a layer of complexity, as Heard’s alleged bisexuality—publicly acknowledged during her relationship with photographer Tasya van Ree from 2008 to 2012—has been a point of speculation in their divorce narrative.
Social media erupted with reactions to Depp’s claims. “Johnny dropping this list is wild—Leo, Channing, Elon, James, and Cara? Amber was busy!” one fan tweeted, while another wrote, “I believe Johnny. The CCTV footage doesn’t lie. Amber’s been playing the victim, but she’s not innocent.” Others were more skeptical, with one user commenting, “Why is Johnny bringing this up now? The trial is over. Sounds like he’s trying to stay relevant.” The debate has reignited polarized factions of fans, with some seeing Depp as a truth-teller seeking closure, while others view his comments as a bitter attempt to tarnish Heard’s reputation years after their legal battles concluded.
Heard, now 39 and living in Madrid with her three children—daughter Oonagh Paige, born in 2021, and twins Agnes and Ocean, born in May 2025—has not directly responded to Depp’s latest allegations. However, a source close to her told a U.S. outlet, “Amber is focused on her family and has no interest in engaging with Johnny’s claims. She’s denied these accusations before, and they were never proven in court. This feels like another attempt to drag her through the mud.” Heard’s legal team previously addressed similar allegations during the 2022 trial, with Heard testifying that Depp’s jealousy was unfounded and that she was faithful during their marriage. She also accused Depp of infidelity, claiming she found messages on his iPad with a former partner just days after their wedding.
Depp’s decision to go public with this list comes at a curious time. He’s currently enjoying a career resurgence, with Day Drinker marking his return to mainstream Hollywood films. The thriller, directed by Marc Webb and co-starring Penélope Cruz, has been well-received, and Depp’s new silver-fox look has earned him praise from fans. He also attended the Cannes Film Festival in May 2025, appearing relaxed and focused on his work. Some speculate that Depp’s comments are a strategic move to maintain media attention as he promotes his latest project, while others believe he’s genuinely seeking to set the record straight after years of feeling maligned by Heard’s abuse allegations.
The stars named in Depp’s list have remained largely silent. Representatives for DiCaprio and Tatum declined to comment, while Musk, who has previously denied any affair with Heard during her marriage, reiterated his stance through a spokesperson: “Elon and Amber’s relationship began after her divorce. These claims are baseless and have been debunked before.” Franco and Delevingne have not issued statements, though both were subpoenaed during the 2022 trial, with Franco reportedly questioned about his interactions with Heard.
The fallout from Depp’s revelation has once again highlighted the messy, public nature of his and Heard’s post-divorce saga. Their 2022 trial exposed the depths of their dysfunctional relationship, with both parties accusing each other of physical and emotional abuse. Depp claimed Heard threw a vodka bottle at him, severing his finger, while Heard alleged Depp assaulted her multiple times, including throwing a phone at her face. The trial’s mixed verdict left neither party fully vindicated, and the public remains divided on who to believe. Depp’s latest comments have only deepened this divide, with some fans applauding his candor and others questioning his motives.
For Depp, the list may represent a final attempt at closure. “I just want to move on,” he said in the Madrid interview. “But I can’t do that until the whole truth is out there.” For Heard, it’s another chapter in a saga she’s tried to leave behind, focusing instead on her role as a mother. As both continue their separate paths—Depp in the spotlight with his career resurgence, and Heard in a quieter life in Spain—their past continues to captivate and divide the public, proving that some Hollywood dramas never truly fade away.
