Amber Heard domestic violence accusations, and the Johnny Depp 58-year-old star's denials, are at the heart of a high-profile defamation lawsuit

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In 2009, Depp met Heard on the set of 'The Rum Diary'

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In 2015, Depp and Heard married in a private ceremony

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In 2016, Heard filed for divorce from Depp and accused him of physical abuse

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In 2016, Heard filed for divorce from Depp and accused him of physical abuse

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She alleged that Depp had physically abused her during their relationship, and said it was usually while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

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A $7 million settlement was reached out of court on August 16, 2016

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In December 2018, Heard wrote an op-ed for The Washington Post saying she was abused

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In 2019, Depp sued Heard for $50 million for defamation over the WaPo article

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Depp announced that he had been 'asked to resign' from his role as Grindewald in 'Fantastic Beasts 3' and Pirates of Caribbean Franchise

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Depp and Heard's defamation lawsuit is set to begin on April 11 at the Fairfax County courthouse in Virginia.

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Depp and Heard's defamation lawsuit is set to begin on April 11 at the Fairfax County courthouse in Virginia.

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