“It got worse than better”: Johnny Depp Injured, Forced to Cancel Future Projects After Cannes Film Festival
Johnny Depp’s eagerly anticipated tour with his band, The Hollywood Vampires, has encountered an unfortunate setback. Recent reports from TMZ suggest that the versatile actor and musician suffered an ankle injury during his press tour at the Cannes Film Festival. Unfortunately, his condition worsened while attempting to proceed with his scheduled musical performances.
According to an undisclosed source, Depp’s medical team has diagnosed him with a fracture, resulting in strict travel restrictions. As a consequence, he has been advised against flying in the near future, which means that at least the first three American shows of his band’s tour will be unable to proceed as originally planned.
What Happened To Johnny Depp?
In a heartfelt message to his loyal supporters, Johnny Depp expressed his sincere apologies regarding the unfortunate turn of events. He candidly revealed:
“My dear friends, I am sorry to say that I have fractured my ankle, which is a drag!!! It began as a hairline break but somewhere between Cannes and the Royal Albert Hall, it got worse rather than better.” Due to the severity of his condition, various medical professionals have strongly advised him to refrain from any activities for the time being, including travel.”
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Depp expressed his regret to fans in New Hampshire, Boston, and New York who were eagerly anticipating the shows. However, he reassured them that The Hollywood Vampires would make it up to them soon. With a determined spirit, he promised that the band would deliver an extraordinary performance in Europe and vowed to bring their absolute best to the East Coast later in the summer.
While facing this setback, it’s worth noting that Depp sustained the injury during his press engagements for his latest film, Jeanne du Barry, at the Cannes Film Festival. This project marks his first role following his successful defamation lawsuit against his former wife, Amber Heard, in 2022.
Johnny Depp Made An Exceptional Comeback with Jeanne du Barry
Earlier this month, Johnny Depp unveiled his new film, Jeanne du Barry, at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival, receiving a well-deserved standing ovation that lasted a remarkable seven minutes. However, the following morning, Depp faced scrutiny when he arrived late to his own press conference alongside director Maïwenn. The atmosphere grew tense as he became defensive in response to questions about his previous remarks concerning feeling boycotted by Hollywood.
Following his highly publicized and scathing legal battle with Amber Heard, Depp has encountered challenges in securing a major American release. In the midst of this, Maïwenn made a surprising confession about an incident involving a journalist. It was alleged that she spat on the journalist, purportedly as a reaction to their outlet’s publication of an investigation detailing rape allegations against her ex-husband, Luc Besson.
The future trajectory of Depp’s career remains uncertain after his “comeback” at Cannes. However, for now, he is said to be “devastated” by the postponement of his upcoming U.S. shows. As TMZ’s source indicates, Depp’s doctor has advised against flying, as it could exacerbate his condition. Depp intends to prioritize rest and recovery to ensure that the European dates proceed smoothly and without any complications.
The highly anticipated performances of The Hollywood Vampires, comprising Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, and Tommy Henriksen, were originally planned for this weekend in Manchester, New Hampshire, Boston, and Bethel, New York. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the band is now working diligently to reschedule these dates towards the end of their tour, which concludes in July. Efforts are being made to ensure that fans in these locations will still have the opportunity to experience their electrifying performances, albeit at a later date.
Source: Parade
