Though Johnny Depp is best known for his work as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, as well as a multitude of other films like Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007), Edward Scissorhands (1990), and Ed Wood (1994), there is so much more to him than meets the eye.
Depp has developed relationships with many actors and entertainers around the world, and recently, he spoke to The Daily Mail about his relationship with Celia Hammond. Depp joined Rod Stewart and performed many of the singer’s top songs, including “Maggie May” and “Forever Young,” during Hammond’s Animal Trust event that reportedly raised more than $300,000.
“Celia’s devotion and commitment to protecting vulnerable and neglected animals is beyond admirable,” Depp said. “I’m so glad to be part of the evening’s success, and with the added bonus of playing alongside my friend, Sir Rod Stewart.”
The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, launched in 2003 with Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, has since become a beloved series cherished by audiences worldwide. Following the success of the first film, which introduced audiences to the eccentric pirate captain and his quest for the cursed treasure of Cortés, the franchise expanded with Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest (2006) and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (2007), exploring deeper into Jack Sparrow’s lore while introducing new adversaries and allies.
The franchise continued its voyage with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), delving into the realm of mermaids and the legendary Fountain of Youth, and concluded with Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017), which introduced the terrifying Captain Salazar and explored Jack Sparrow’s past.