An alleged trespassing incident at Johnny Depp‘s Los Angeles property has once again drawn attention to the risks celebrities face from overzealous fans and stalkers. Over the years, Depp has dealt with a range of unsettling encounters with fans, from intrusions to persistent harassment. While most admirers remain respectful, such incidents highlight the ongoing security challenges that come with life in the public eye.
On the afternoon of May 19, police officers reportedly visited Johnny Depp’s mansion in West Hollywood after getting a call about an alleged trespasser. Reports say the caller told authorities a woman had been visiting the actor’s property over the weekend, hanging out at the front gate of the property and behaving suspiciously, per TMZ.
A source also added that the woman recorded videos of the home and even attempted to leave a message for Depp. Authorities responded to the report immediately. However, the alleged trespasser had already left the property by the time they arrived, and no one was arrested. It isn’t clear if the “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor was in his home when the incident occurred.
Depp has owned the West Hollywood Hills property for decades, but has recently been spending most of his time at his home in England.
A Man Broke Into The Actor’s Home In 2021
The same mansion was the target of an intruder who made himself at home at Depp’s property in March 2021. At that time, a concerned neighbor called the police after witnessing an unknown man lounging in Depp’s backyard. When authorities arrived, the man jumped over a gate.
The actor’s security called authorities a second time when they saw the man inside the house. According to the report, the police found the man in one of the bathrooms taking a shower, and they had to barge into the bathroom after he refused their orders to come out. The man also prepared himself an alcoholic drink. He was reportedly processed for felony vandalism.
The incident occurred a few months after a female intruder was arrested at the property for suspicion of burglary.
A Woman Claimed To Have Johnny Depp’s Baby
In the middle of Depp’s highly publicized trial with ex-wife Amber Heard in 2022, a woman in the courtroom yelled a bizarre claim. As the court went for recess, a woman reportedly stood up with her child and shouted, “Johnny, I love you! Our souls are connected! This baby is yours!” The actor, who seemingly didn’t comprehend what the woman said, smiled and gave a small wave.
The unnamed woman was escorted out of the courtroom, and her court access wristband was revoked. In an interview, the woman said that she did it as a joke, sharing that she and her husband discussed it and thought it would be a funny thing to do.
The Actor Was Detained After Being Hounded By Papparazzi
Celebrities don’t just have to deal with overzealous fans; they also face constant attention from the paparazzi. Countless photographers followed the actor everywhere at the height of his career, hoping to get a decent snapshot. In 1999, Depp had an outburst after paparazzi hounded him for photos after leaving a restaurant with her then-partner, Vanessa Paradis, in London.
According to reports, Depp picked up a wooden plank and swung it around, threatening to hit the photographers if they didn’t leave him alone. The police were called, and Depp was detained for four hours before being released with a warning.
Johnny Depp’s Upcoming Projects
Depp has kept a largely low profile after the trial with Heard, but he hasn’t stopped acting. Despite his absence from Hollywood, he continued acting in independent projects and European productions. He also continues to perform with the Hollywood Vampires, his band with Joe Perry and Alice Cooper.
Depp has a slew of upcoming projects, including Paramount Pictures’ “Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol,” in which he will portray the lead role of miser Ebenezer Scrooge. Other cast members include Rupert Grint, Ian McKellen, Daisy Ridley, and Sam Claflin.
The actor is also reuniting with Penelope Cruz in the Lionsgate thriller movie “Day Drinker,” where he has already made headlines for his unrecognizable appearance.
