The 1990s media romance between Johnny Depp and Kate Moss, known for its volatility and intensity, is back in the spotlight as Moss is expected to testify in Depp's legal battle against his ex-wife, Amber Heard.
Their initial encounter took place in 1994 at Cafe Tabac, a popular New York establishment, as reported by the magazine. Depp, then 31 years old, had recently ended his relationship with Winona Ryder, while Moss, the British model, was 20.
A recent Instagram post by longtime Vanity Fair contributor George Wayne revisits the moment he introduced the couple at Tabac. Wayne vividly recalled leading Moss by the hand to Depp's table in the heart of the restaurant, initiating their fateful meeting.
The pair's relationship, which lasted until 1997, was a constant target for photographers and tabloids. They didn't shy away from displaying their affection in public, as People magazine noted.
However, their passionate connection often led to heated disputes, with one notable incident being Depp's arrest in a New York hotel in 1994. Allegedly, he caused significant damage to a room during an argument with Moss. Police found Depp in a state of possible intoxication, and Moss was unharmed. Ultimately, the charges against him were dropped, and he compensated the hotel for the damages with a substantial sum.
In 1998, following their separation, they both attended the Cannes Film Festival, where Moss attracted attention for strolling the hallways of the Hotel du Cap in a bikini. Reports gathered by People magazine indicated that she caused damage to her room and was subsequently banned from the hotel for life.
In a 2012 interview with Vanity Fair, Moss expressed that during her time with Depp, she felt cared for and profoundly devastated when their relationship ended. She stated that Depp had been the one person who could take care of her, providing guidance and trust. She reflected on the years of sadness that followed their breakup, describing it as a "nightmare."
About 15 years after their separation, Kate Moss and Johnny Depp reunited for a Paul McCartney music video for the song "Queenie Eye." In the video, they shared the screen with a star-studded cast, including Meryl Streep.
Kate Moss is expected to take the stand in Johnny Depp's ongoing legal battle against Amber Heard. Depp is suing Heard for $50 million, alleging defamation related to an op-ed she wrote for The Washington Post in 2018, in which she implied that he was an abuser without explicitly mentioning his name. In return, Heard countersued Depp for $100 million, asserting that statements made by Depp's lawyer, labeling her abuse claims as a "hoax," were defamatory.
During her testimony, Amber Heard referenced vague rumors related to Johnny Depp's past, specifically mentioning a rumored altercation involving Depp and Kate Moss's sister, Whitney Heard.
