Johnny Depp is truly a chameleon-like actor. From playing John Dillinger to Captain Sparrow, he captivates viewers by his intense performances. With just over 100 credits to his name in acting and a dozen projects produced and directed, he has proven to be one of the most talented actors of the 21st century. Johnny is a versatile actor, whether he plays a drunk or a drug addict, or a scheming criminal.
A Quick History of Johnny’s Career
Let’s look back at Johnny’s long acting career. He had a few small roles in movies like A Nightmare on Elm Street then he landed a role in the Oliver Stone-directed Platoon. After that, he scored the role as undercover Officer Hanson on the late 80s hit TV show 21 Jump Street. Johnny’s good looks and proven acting chops quickly propelled him in the 90s to be recruited for many more roles, such as Sweeney Todd and Willy Wonka. He has also done extensive voice work in films like Rango.
Johnny can be a serious actor – he can portray an evil genius or show off his near-perfect comedic timing. Some of his best roles are in lesser known movies, like The Libertine and Tusk. Johnny’s role of Whitey Bulger in Black Mass was an outstanding performance where he was fully transformed into James “Whitey” Bulger.
The Transformation of Johnny Depp
Speaking of transformations, Johnny’s past roles, like Edward Scissorhands, George Jung, Bulger, and even Donald Trump, had people abuzz about his performance and appearance. With his upcoming film, Depp is changing his look as well.
Johnny’s “Silver Fox” New Look for Day Drinker
You might remember Johnny Depp has worked with Penélope Cruz in several different films. Their electric chemistry was off the charts in Blow (2001) when he played drug kingpin George Jung and she his long-suffering wife, Mirtha. They paired up again for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011) and Murder on the Orient Express (2017).
In the upcoming movie, Day Drinker, Johnny Depp plays a passenger on a yacht. He befriends a bartender and gets drawn into a criminal world of twists and turns. Depp has had a “makeover” of sorts to portray his upcoming character in this flick.
Depp’s dark brown hair was dyed gray, he grew a beard, and sports blue-gray contacts. He literally looks like a whole other person! His “aged” look has caught the eye of fans and they’re excited to see Johnny as a distinguished older gentleman.
Conclusion
Johnny Depp fans will likely not be disappointed by this new move role. It looks as though he’s back at making films after his break from the Amber Heard defamation drama. We wish Johnny nothing but luck in the future!
