The iconic actor from Edward Scissorhands took time off from his tour with The Hollywood Vampires to pay a visit.
Johnny Depp, the renowned actor, made an unexpected stopover in a suburban neighborhood in Wales. He was there to visit the birthplace of the famous Swansea-born poet, Dylan Thomas, during a break from his ongoing tour. In a conversation with the Welsh news outlet, Nation.Cymru, Johnny shared insights about his impromptu visit to the poet's former residence, which is now a museum, amidst his tour with his band, The Hollywood Vampires.
Depp's Childhood Connection with Dylan Thomas
The actor, known for his role in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, revealed that his elder brother, Daniel, introduced him to Dylan Thomas's work during his childhood. "Under Milk Wood was the piece that truly captivated me," he shared, further adding, "the fusion of Dylan Thomas's linguistic genius and Richard Burton's mesmerizing voice," in the narration he listened to, left a lasting impression on him.
An Overwhelming Experience
The Hollywood icon's admiration for Dylan Thomas is evident, as demonstrated in the interview. "I'm elated," the former Fantastic Beasts actor expressed, overwhelmed by his visit to the house. "Being in the room where Under Milk Wood was conceived and countless poems were penned… I'm astounded… it's overwhelming."
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A Guided Tour and Depp's Support
Johnny further elaborated on his visit, during which he was escorted around the museum by Dylan Thomas expert and the birthplace's guide, Alun Gibbard. He termed it as "a great honour." Post the star's visit, Alun shared more about Johnny's tour of the house with Nation.Cymru.
A Ripple Effect on Social Media
"He was extremely supportive, discreetly making a donation without anyone noticing,” the expert disclosed. He further told the news website, "He has followed The Birthplace on Instagram since his visit, which has triggered a massive global response on the Birthplace's social media. He’s initiated a promotional wave for the Birthplace and Wales."
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A Brief Pause in the Tour
The 60-year-old actor had to pause his band's tour in Europe for several days after he fractured his ankle in late May. During his visit, Johnny was seen sporting a red cast around his injured foot, which fortunately did not hinder his return to performances in June.
Depp's Love for Privacy and the Local Community
When not touring, Johnny is believed to prefer his secluded $16 million home in Somerset, UK, due to the privacy it offers. He has previously expressed his affection for the local community, who, despite recognizing him, are likely to treat him as a neighbor and respect his privacy.