Following a jury verdict thatAmber Heardhad defamed ex-husbandJohnny Deppwith false allegations of domestic abuse, many celebrities have been showing their support for one or the other. Depp seems to have the overwhelming majority of the public on his side with various celebrities coming out to support him, including Javier Bardem, Paul McCartney, and ex-girlfriend Kate Moss. But Heard is not without anyone in her corner, as celebs like Meghan McCain, Amy Schumer, and David Krumholtz have offered support to Heard.
Jason Momoa, who co-starred with Heard inAquamanand appears with her in the upcoming sequel, took a diplomatic approach to the situation. After the verdict was read, both Depp and Heard had released statements on social media, with the former praising the decision and the latter giving it condemnation. Fans were quick to notice that Momoa had apparently “liked” the statements released by both Heard and Depp, and this led to some confusion and even some complaints from people criticizing the actor.
“Jason Momoa, while I am a huge fan I can’t understand the reason for him trying to remain neutral in something as black and white as this,” tweeted one person. “IF Johnny was found guilty there would be ZERO support for him, not even a like on SM. The double standard is LOUD and unfair at this point.”
Another tweet noted, “Jason Momoa liking both Johnny Depp’s statement and Amber Heard’s statement. He really is saying best of both worlds. Trying to save his ass of cancellation? Expected more from him.”
Of course, Momoa giving a “like” to both statements could also be interpreted simply as the actor wishing both Heard and Depp well following the televised trial. Publicly, Momoa has not addressed the situation or his reported “lack of chemistry” with Heard in theAquamanfilms. Staying quiet hadn’t gotten him into too much trouble with fans, but there are many who seem unhappy about his way of subtly offering support to both Depp and Heard.
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Amber Heard and Johnny Depp’s Legal Battle Continues
InJohnny Depp’s statement, the actor said that “false, very serious and criminal allegations” had left a tremendous impact on him and his family. With the decision, he said that he was given his “life back” by the jury. Depp explained that the goal with televising the trial was for everyone watching to hear his truth, restoring his name.
“From the very beginning, the goal of bringing this case was to reveal the truth, regardless of the outcome,” Depp said. “Speaking the truth was something that I owed to my children and to all those who have remained steadfast in their support of me. I feel at peace knowing I have finally accomplished that.”
He added, “I am, and have been, overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and the colossal support and kindness from around the world. I hope that my quest to have the truth be told will have helped others, men or women, who have found themselves in my situation, and that those supporting them never give up. I also hope that the position will now return to innocent until proven guilty, both within the courts and in the media.”
Inher own statement, Heard noted that she was “heartbroken” over the outcome of the case, and it has been reported that her lawyers will indeed appeal. She noted her disappointment over the “mountain of evidence” she introduced in court failing to “stand up to the disproportionate power, influence, and sway” of Depp. She also called the verdict a “setback” for abused women.
“I’m even more disappointed with what this verdict means for other women,” Heard said. “It is a setback. It sets back the clock toa time when a woman who spoke up and spoke out could be publicly sahmed and humiliated. It sets back the idea that violence against women is to be taken seriously.”
