Johnny Depp Awarded Millions in Defamation Lawsuit Against Amber Heard Despite Counterclaims
- Johnny Depp sued Amber Heard for defamation over a 2018 op-ed where she claimed to be a victim of domestic abuse.
- The highly publicized trial captivated social media and many supported Depp over Heard.
- The jury awarded Depp over $10 million in damages while Heard won $2 million in her countersuit.
- Some experts say the verdict could discourage women from speaking out against abuse by powerful figures.
- After an appeal by Heard, she and Depp ultimately reached a settlement in the case.