Entertainmentby Payton Turkeltaub
Paul Bettany Clarifies Relationship with Johnny Depp After Libel Trial
Key Takeaways
- Paul Bettany stated he hadn't spoken to Johnny Depp in years when their texts were read in court.
- The controversial text exchange from 2013 was publicized during Depp's 2020 libel trial.
- Bettany chose not to comment at the time, relying on his reputation and quiet personal life.
In a recent interview, actor Paul Bettany addressed the resurfacing of controversial text messages exchanged with Johnny Depp years prior. The texts were read aloud during Depp's high-profile 2020 libel trial against The Sun newspaper, leading many to assume a deep friendship. Bettany expressed bewilderment at being painted as a close friend, noting they had not spoken in years before or after the trial. He ultimately chose to remain silent at the time, believing his quiet lifestyle and long-term marriage would speak for themselves.
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