Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard are awaiting the jury’s verdict in their defamation case.
The closing arguments were delivered on Friday after which the seven jurors were instructed to begin their legal deliberations.
A verdict is expected imminently – however, neither party are expected to be in the courtroom in Fairfax, Virginia. For Johnny, it seems, life is moving forward. The actor is currently in the UK – and made a surprise appearance on stage on Sunday night to perform alongside Jeff Beck at a gig in Sheffield.
Johnny Depp won’t be in court when trial verdict is read
His surprise appearance in England seems to suggest that Johnny will stay away from Virginia for the verdict. Excited fans have speculated that he could continue to tour with Beck, who is set to perform at the Royal Albert Hall on 30 and 31st May.
Amber, meanwhile, is not expected to return to the courtroom either.
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While the piece did not identify Johnny by name, his attorneys have said it “incalculably” damaged his career, costing him acting roles. She has countersued him for $100m.
The weeks-long trial began on 11 April. Following the closing arguments on 27 May, the jury began deliberating on the six weeks of testimony before being sent home for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.