Johnny Depp Rep Says His ‘Pirates’ Return Rumors Were ‘Made Up’

Fans of Johnny Depp won’t be happy to hear this news!

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He originated the character of Johnny Depp in 2003’s “Pirates of the Caribbean.”

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The last time he played him was in 2017’s “Dead Men Tell No Tales.”

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On Monday, a rumor spread that Depp was in talks with Disney to return for a sixth movie.

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The rumor involved, Depp, Disney, and a deal worth over 300 MILLION dollars!

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Sadly, by Tuesday, a rep for the actor squashed the rumors.

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The rep told NBC News “This is made up.”

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Back in May, The Times asked producer Jerry Bruckheimer if Depp would ever return.

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Bruckheimer replied, “Not at this time. The future is yet to be decided.”

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