Johnny Depp's early life was marked by a fascination with music. He began playing guitar at the age of 12 and formed his own band, 'Oil and Water', in high school.
After dropping out of college, Depp moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music. However, he soon found himself drawn to acting instead.
He made his film debut with a small role in the 1984 comedy 'A Joyful Noise' and went on to appear in several other films throughout the late 80s and early 90s.
Depp's breakthrough role came when he played the iconic character of Captain Jack Sparrow in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise.
He received widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal, earning a Golden Globe nomination and winning several other awards.
This success led to him being cast in numerous other films, including 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street', and 'Alice in Wonderland'.
Depp is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in the area of children's education. He has supported several organizations, including the 'Starkey Hearing Foundation' and 'The Art of Elysium'.
In his personal life, Depp has been married twice, first to Lori Anne Allison from 1983-1985 and then to Amber Heard from 2012-2017.
He is also known for his eccentric fashion sense and love of tattoos.