Lawyer Camille Vasquez recently spoke out about rumors that she was romantically involved with Johnny Depp while representing him in his defamation trial against Amber Heard. Vasquez adamantly denied the rumors and stated that she would never date Depp, as they are very different people and do not share the same views on the world. Despite spending four years working on Depp’s case, Vasquez clarified that she has never seen him as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and was only familiar with his role in “Chocolat.”
After reports surfaced in 2022 alleging a romance between Vasquez and Depp, the lawyer expressed her disappointment in the rumors, calling them unethical and sexist. She emphasized that her relationship with Depp was strictly professional and that she cares deeply about her clients. Vasquez also explained that she is very tactile and not ashamed to show affection towards others, including Depp. Throughout Depp’s defamation trial against Heard, Vasquez made headlines for her no-nonsense line of questioning and dedication to her client.
Heard had identified herself as a victim of domestic violence in a 2018 Washington Post op-ed, although she did not mention Depp by name. Depp, who was married to Heard for 15 months, claimed that the allegations of violence had damaged his career and reputation. Ultimately, the jury awarded Depp $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages, while Heard was awarded $2 million in compensatory damages in her counterclaim against Depp. Despite the legal victory, Depp has faced continued legal battles in the courts.
While Vasquez and Depp did not form a romantic relationship, Depp was rumored to have a brief relationship with fellow lawyer Joelle Rich, who represented him in his U.K. libel lawsuit against The Sun. These reports added fuel to the speculation surrounding Depp’s personal life and relationships, but Depp himself has not publicly commented on these rumors. Overall, Vasquez’s dedication to her client and her commitment to pursuing justice in the courtroom have been widely recognized, despite the rumors and speculation surrounding her personal life.
