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During Donald Trump’s presidency, many prominent figures have been vocal in their criticism of the president. Some people got flak for their remarks, but others didn’t back down. Johnny Depp was a well-known actor who became the target of criticism. The White House and the Secret Service got wind of Depp’s joke about Trump, which led to a backlash that ultimately resulted in an apology from the actor.
The Last Time An Actor Assassinated A President
In 2017, Johnny Depp made a comment at the Glastonbury Festival in England that caused an immediate media frenzy. In front of the audience, he asked,“When was the last time an actor assassinated a president?”
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The joke about Donald Trump offended everyone in the White House and beyond. The Secret Service responded with a statement saying they couldn’t talk about it for security reasons. The White House, on the other hand, strongly objected to Depp’s remarks and urged his peers to do the same. It was a moment that set the political and entertainment worlds buzzing.
Johnny Deppfelt compelled to apologize for his remark in the face of the backlash. He apologized, admitting that his attempt at humor had backfired. Depp explained that he wasn’t trying to hurt anyone with his antics.
ThePirates of the Caribbeanactor apologized to put everyone at ease and stressed that he hadn’t intended any harm. Despite the backlash, many of Depp’s supporters got the joke and stuck by him while he dealt with the fallout.
“I apologize for the bad joke I attempted last night in poor taste about President Trump. It did not come out as intended, and I intended no malice. I was only trying to amuse, not to harm anyone.”
The presidency ofDonald Trumpwas no exception to the tradition of political satire from late-night hosts. Many celebrities, including Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel, have used their platforms to criticize and make fun of the ex-president. However, Depp’s situation took a different turn, while Kimmel and others were told to tone down their humor.
Johnny Depp Displayed The Art Of The Deal
ABC asked Kimmel to tone down his commentary on Trump, but he refused and ultimately resigned because he did not want to water down his comedic style. There was more to Johnny Depp and Donald Trump’s relationship than just a joke.
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Depp played Trump inDonald Trump’s The Art of the Deal: The Movieand his impression of Trump was well-received. Fans have praised Depp’s acting skills, praising his ability to switch between diverse personas.
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Though many praised Depp’s performance, Trump has said nothing about Depp’s portrayal in public. While upholding the right to free expression and permitting political commentary and satire is crucial, keeping things civil and respectful when having these conversations is just as important.
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Mabel Andrady
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Mabel, aka MJ, is a FandomWire Sr. Writer, pop-culture fanatic, and an MA in Health Demography holder. When she’s not indulging in her guilty pleasure of penning everything Hollywood, Marvel & DC, she writes academic essays on COVID-19 and HIV/AIDS. With 2500+ articles published online, she brings a unique twist to entertainment writing. A jack-of-all-trades, MJ enjoys movies, writes/acts in plays, writes music, and dreams of being a successful actress. She offers a fresh perspective, making her writing a must-read for those seeking knowledge and entertainment.
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