Johnny Depp Takes The Stand During Defamation Trial, Calls Amber Heard's Abuse Claims 'Heinous'

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Johnny Depp is sharing his “truth” amid his blockbuster libel lawsuit trial against Amber Heard.

The Pirates of the Caribbean star took the stand in Fairfax County, Virginia on Tuesday to testify against his ex-wife, whom he is suing for $50 million, claiming that she defamed him in an op-ed she published in The Washington Post alleging she was a victim of domestic abuse. Related: Johnny Giggles As Doctor & Nurse Give VERY Anatomical Testimony In Defamation Trial! The Oscar winner kicked off his testimony by calling Heard’s op-ed “heinous,” unequivocally stating: The actor went on to describe Heard’s allegations of domestic abuse “diabolical” before explaining that he was “doing the right thing” by pursuing the high-profile case.

He told the Fairfax County Courthouse: The actor then recalled his relationship with Heard, who seemed “too good to be true” at the beginning of their relationship.

He explained: However, Depp said that Heard had almost become another person within a year and a half. Related: Amber’s Friend Permanently Banned From Courtroom Amid Defamation Trial He later said that he’s taking the stand to prove the Aquaman star’s claims have “no truth to it whatsoever” and because he feels a responsibility to “stand up for my children” — his daughter Lily-Rose, 22, and son Jack Depp, 20.