Forbes released its yearly roster of actors whose films have underperformed at the box office but have still earned substantial paychecks.
According to Forbes, Depp generated $2.80 for every dollar he was paid for his last three films, signifying an increase from the previous year when studios made $1.20 for every dollar they spent on him.
The list, which considers an actor's last three films before June 2016 (excluding cameos, animated films, and those released in fewer than 2,000 theaters), includes other notable figures such as Will Smith, Channing Tatum, Will Ferrell, and George Clooney. Julia Roberts is the sole woman to secure a spot in the top 10.
Despite this financial setback, Depp is set to return to the silver screen next year as the iconic Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales," scheduled for release on May 26, 2017.
Johnny Depp, born on June 9, 1963, in Owensboro, Kentucky, is a versatile and acclaimed actor known for his unique and eccentric performances. Depp has become a Hollywood icon with a career spanning decades, marked by both critical acclaim and commercial success.
Depp's acting journey began in the early 1980s with small roles in films such as "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984) and "Platoon" (1986). However, it was his collaboration with director Tim Burton in the 1990s that catapulted him to stardom. The duo's creative partnership produced memorable films such as "Edward Scissorhands" (1990), "Ed Wood" (1994), and "Sleepy Hollow" (1999), showcasing Depp's ability to inhabit eccentric and fantastical characters.
One of Depp's most iconic roles came in 2003 when he portrayed Captain Jack Sparrow in Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl." The character's quirky mannerisms and Depp's charismatic performance earned him widespread acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Depp reprised the role in several sequels, solidifying Captain Jack Sparrow as one of cinema's beloved characters.
