Lily-Rose Depp expressed her immense joy and excitement for her father, Johnny Depp, following his remarkable seven-minute standing ovation at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The festival has been a significant event for the Depp family, with Johnny opening as a star in Maiwenn's royal drama "Jeanne du Barry," and Lily-Rose headlining HBO's controversial world premiere of "The Idol," known for its explicit content.
Speaking to ET Canada at Cannes, Lily-Rose shared her happiness, stating, "I'm super happy for him. I'm super excited." Johnny Depp's emotional reaction during the standing ovation for the world premiere of "Jeanne du Barry" was a poignant moment. Lily-Rose also highlighted the significance of being able to work on projects that they are both incredibly proud of.
The premiere of "Jeanne du Barry" served as a comeback for Johnny Depp on the international film stage after his 2022 trial against his ex-wife, Amber Heard. Despite the jury ruling in Depp's favor, the actor continues to face professional challenges in Hollywood due to abuse allegations that emerged during the trial. As of now, an American distributor has not yet acquired "Jeanne du Barry" for release in the United States.
Depp made a grand entrance at the opening night gala of the Cannes Film Festival, greeted by a sea of devoted fans who eagerly sought a glimpse of their idol. Outside the Palais, supporters held signs and reached out to touch him, successfully making contact as Depp graciously interacted with the crowd, signing autographs for a full five minutes before proceeding along the red carpet.
During the press conference for "Jeanne du Barry," Depp expressed his detachment from the Hollywood scene, stating that he no longer pays it much attention. "I don't feel boycotted by Hollywood because I don't think about Hollywood," he asserted. Reflecting on the current climate, he remarked on the pressure for individuals to conform and align with others' expectations, emphasizing the desire for people to be true to themselves.
Meanwhile, the provocative HBO series "The Idol" garnered mixed reactions from critics, but it received a standing ovation lasting five minutes during its screening at Cannes. Lily-Rose Depp portrays a pop star manipulated by a self-help guru, played by the Weeknd. On the red carpet, Lily-Rose was accompanied by the Weeknd and series creator Sam Levinson, making a striking appearance for the highly anticipated premiere.
Lily-Rose expressed her exhilaration at witnessing the world premiere of the series at Cannes with a large audience. Speaking to ET Canada, she described the experience as incredible, a beautiful celebration that symbolized the culmination of their collective journey. She emphasized the show's ability to create a sense of unity, forming a close-knit family during the production process. Lily-Rose expressed her genuine happiness for the positive response received from the audience, describing it as a gratifying moment to finally share something they all take immense pride in with the world.
"The Idol" is set to premiere on HBO on June 4th.
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