Since her famous trial with Johnny Depp, Amber Heard hasn’t been in the spotlight.
After all the drama, she moved to Spain with her daughter, changed her name, and stepped away from acting for now. Here’s what’s been going on with her.
Amber Heard is taking a break from acting at the moment
It doesn’t look like Amber Heard has any movies coming up. Her IMDb profile doesn’t list any new projects, so it seems like she’s stepping back from acting for a while.
Amber filed for divorce from Johnny Depp after accusing him of abuse
Back in 2016, Amber filed for divorce and said Johnny had been verbally and physically abusive during their relationship.
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She also mentioned his issues with substance abuse. That same year, they settled the divorce, and Amber pledged the $7 million settlement to charity.
She relocated to Spain, seeking a quieter life away from the US
After living in Yucca Valley, California, Heard sold her home for $1.1 million and moved to Europe with her daughter. She initially rented a property in Mallorca under the pseudonym Martha Jane Cannary before settling in Madrid.
Her move to Madrid is a fresh start
A source told People, “The trial was beyond stressful, and she wanted to start fresh.” Amber now enjoys a quieter life away from the chaos of her past.
Amber embraces her role as a mother in Spain
She spends her days with her daughter, Oonagh Paige. A source shared, “She is able to just be a mom there. They stroll around, visit parks, and enjoy family time. Amber is a great mom.”
Amber and Johnny’s trial made headlines everywhere
During Amber and Johnny’s trial in 2022, many personal details were revealed about their marriage, money, and even other relationships. In the end, Johnny was awarded $10.35 million, while Amber received $2 million from her counterclaim.
Amber paid Johnny $1 million to settle and moved forward
After the trial, Amber first appealed but later decided to settle. In December 2022, she paid Johnny $1 million, and he pledged to donate it to charity. After that, Amber focused on leaving it all behind and starting fresh.
Her choice of pseudonym in Mallorca sparks curiosity
While living in Mallorca, Heard used the name Martha Jane Cannary — the real name of legendary gunslinger Calamity Jane. Commenting on the name, El Diario de Mallorca wrote: “The choice of this identity, which appears at the entrance of her new Mallorcan home, draws much attention.”
“Especially as Johnny Depp always maintained that his family trace their roots to ancient Native American tribes and that his great-great-grandmother was Cherokee.”
Amber is ready to focus on new opportunities
Although Amber faced challenges during and after the trial, she looks forward to new beginnings. A source shared, “She has new energy and is focused on things that she loves.”
She loves living in Spain and plans to stay
In May 2023, Amber told reporters she “loves living” in Spain and intends to stay. Her time in Madrid reflects a commitment to a peaceful life away from the limelight.
Here’s to Amber starting fresh in Spain!
