Amber Heard's Role in Aquaman 2 Still Controversial Among Fans!
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Despite the relative quiet in the public discourse surrounding Amber Heard, the petition demanding her removal from the upcoming Aquaman 2 continues to gather signatures.
The controversy surrounding Heard began when she published an op-ed in the Washington Post about surviving abuse, leading to a defamation lawsuit from her ex-husband, Johnny Depp.
The Backstory
Heard's public image took a hit after the op-ed publication, with many fans calling for her recasting as Mera in the DC superhero franchise.
The court has since ruled on the case, siding with Depp, but this hasn't put an end to Heard's troubles. Despite her low profile, fans continue to push for her removal from the Aquaman franchise.
The Petition
A Change.org petition, created on March 20, 2019, calls for Heard's removal as Arthur's (Jason Momoa) love interest, Mera.
The petition continues to receive hundreds of signatures daily, with a total of 4,630,527 signatures as of July 18, 2023.
The Impact on Depp's Career
The petition has been influenced by the news cycle surrounding Depp, who was fired from the Fantastic Beasts franchise and replaced by Mads Mikkelsen.
The petition argues that Depp was an innocent bystander and that Heard should bear the guilt.
The Current Situation
The situation remains complex. In the original op-ed, Heard did not mention Depp, focusing instead on her experience with domestic violence.
Depp, however, argued that the op-ed made it difficult for him to find work, leading to the lawsuit. Despite these claims, it appears that Heard is the one who lost out.
Depp won the civil suit against her and continues to receive support from his fans. He has been able to find work since then and is currently filming a new movie titled La Favorite.
The Future of Aquaman 2
As of now, the creators behind Aquaman have not commented on the situation. Heard is still credited as Mera in the upcoming sequel.
However, with petitions targeting her livelihood, Heard seems to be on the losing side. Aquaman 2 is scheduled to premiere on December 20, 2023.