Johnny Depp turns $1mn ex-wife payout into charity

Hold onto your hats, folks, because Johnny Depp is here to kill with kindness! The “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor, known for his iconic roles and captivating charm, recently found himself in the midst of a Hollywood drama extravaganza with his ex-wife, Amber Heard. 

The battle between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife, Amber Heard has become one of the most sensational events in Hollywood history. Their drama filled people around the world with laughter and anticipation. The actor recently won $1mn in damages from his ex-wife after winning a lawsuit against him. And being the Hollywood sweetheart, adored by many, Johnny Depp announced that he will spend this money on charity.

The actor settled to allocate the money to five incredible charity organizations, each dedicated to making the world a better place. A total of $200,000 will go to the following organizations: the Make-A-Film Foundation, The Painted Turtle, Red Feather, Marlon Brando’s Tetiaroa Society charity, and the Amazonia Fund Alliance, Dailyo Reports.

1. Make-A-Film: foundation unites actors, directors, and writers with children and teenagers who are battling serious life-threatening or medical conditions by helping them create short film legacies.
2. The Painted Turtle: provides a free authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses to enjoy and experience a fun childhood in an inclusive and life-changing environment.
3. Red Feather: Red Feather partners with Indigenous communities to implement and develop lasting and impactful housing solutions.
4. Tetiaroa Society: seeks to ensure that island and coastal communities have a future, strengthening their resilience to global change, preserving their cultures, and restoring ecosystems.
5. Amazonia Fund Alliance: aids finance projects of some of the most prominent non-profit Brazilian environmental organizations such as SPVS, SOS AMAZÔNIA, and ALOK Institute for preservation, reforestation, and helping indigenous tribes in the Amazon Rainforest.

In a heartfelt letter shared on his Facebook page, Depp shared his joy of winning the trial and having the truth finally come to light. 

Just to rewind a bit, the drama began when Amber Heard accused her famous husband of domestic violence in 2022. But Depp fought back and emerged victorious, seeking justice and demanding $50 million for defamation. And although the court awarded him $15 million, Depp's heart led him to pay it forward instead of keeping it all to himself.