The long-running and much-publicised Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard case finally came to a close with the Jury finding both liable for defamation. The jury awarded Depp significantly more damages than Heard, making it a legal victory for the actor. It awarded $15 million ($10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages) to Depp and $2 million to Heard. 

Depp had sued Heard for defamation after she alluded to having faced domestic violence during her marriage. Heard countered his claim with a defamation suit as well. For several days, fans had ardently followed the public trial that played out like a cinematic offering, accusing Heard of being the abuser, in this case.