After hearing about the replacement of the Pirates of the Caribbean actor getting axed from the role, fans rallied to say that Johnny Depp owns Captain Jack Sparrow and that the franchise cannot continue without him.

Hollywood Actor Johnny Depp in the role of Captain Jack Sparrow from ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Credit: Inside the Magic

Pirates of the Caribbean’s Johnny Depp Is No More

The article about Johnny Depp getting replaced by a horror icon made waves.

After getting the boot from the Pirates of the Caribbean, the actor took a worse hit, this time from Warner Bros.

Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow Fun Fact: The pistol in the show was an actual antique, not a prop.

While fans believe that Johnny Depp got the short end of the stick, the incidents show that Mr. Depp, despite his return to Dior, is having a struggle.

It comes after the Amber Heard allegations and the new Netflix documentary. Even Tim Burton is turning from Johnny Depp.

Related: Johnny Depp Drama Revealed in New Documentary

Johnny Depp for Dior Sauvage Credit: Dior

Johnny Depp Returns to Fragrance Line

According to CNN, Johnny Depp is set to continue as the face of Dior, a role he previously undertook.

It’s an opportunity for the actor Johnny Depp to remain in the public eye without the pressure of Hollywood, Los Angeles, and rumors about Amber Heard governing the entertainer’s life.

In response to the article noting that the actor got cut, most rallied behind him, finding that Johnny Depp owns the character Captain Jack Sparrow.

Though the entertainer has strong ties to everyone from Alice Cooper to Kate Moss to Amber Heard, the closest link seems to be to the icon Captain Jack.

Captain Jack Sparrow Fun Fact: Johnny Depp improvised many of the iconic phrases like, “Savvy?”

Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ franchise Credit: Disney

Johnny Depp Career

With an impressive acting resume, ranging from work in the United States to “Hollywood Vampires” tours, Johnny Depp is iconic.

Pirates of the Caribbean was just the start, as the actor worked on other projects. Whether it’s the upcoming Jeanne Du Barry or a more popular franchise, the entertainer continues working.

Among the many are Edward Scissorhands, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, Finding Neverland, and Chocolat.

The actor Johnny Depp worked with JK Rowling’s pieces, but despite many successes as a musician and entertainer, it seems the actor continues to struggle.

Johnny Depp and Pirates of the Caribbean Fast Fact: The screenwriter actually got inspiration with Hugh Jackman in mind, resulting in the pirate’s given name, “Jack.”

Johnny Depp remains set to continue with Jeanne Du Barry. However, it looks like the director Tim Burton and the major Hollywood Hill studios in Los Angeles are turning their backs on the icon. The remaining support? Johnny Depp fan unrest.

Johnny Depp wearing sunglasses Credit: ABC

Johnny Depp Fan Reactions

Per the comments on the article released by Inside the Magic, respondents made some noise:

“I won’t watch Pirates without Johnny. He created Jack, so I would think he owns the character, not Disney.” – Eevee J

“If Depp is not Captain Jack Sparrow, I for one will not watch the new movie!!!” – J.D.

Fast Fact About Pirates: Johnny Depp literally steered the ship (without preparation) during Curse of the Black Pearl.

The general essence was that Johnny Depp effectively “owns” the character because he’s what made Pirates of the Caribbean great in the first place.

There was the defamation case after the Johnny Depp film and music success.

johnny depp as jack sparrow in pirates of the caribbean Credit: Disney

Fans Protecting Johnny Depp’s Reputation Against Defamation

It got dredged back up with defamation and clearly impacted the working ties with Tim Burton, where Johnny Depp acted alongside Helena Bonham Carter, among others.

Fans continue to rally in support of Johnny Depp, with Risse M. saying, “(…) I myself am a domestic abuse survivor. And as it turns out, so is Mr. Depp.”

Fast Fact About Johnny Depp: The actor actually spoke out in Keira Knightley’s defense against the romance scenes (she was only 17 at the time).

Despite public perception, the trial, social media, and other challenges, these sentiments carry for many.

It appears that the overwhelming number of fans believe that Johnny Depp owns Captain Jack Sparrow.

Recent news shows that this dissent actually led to the cancellation of the sixth installment of the Pirates film.

What do you think about the supporting actor Johnny Depp? Does he really “own” the property? Make your mark below!