Shane MacGowan’s wife reveals singer urged Johnny Depp to forgive ex-wife Amber Heard in his final days

Shane MacGowan’s wife reveals singer urged Johnny Depp to forgive ex-wife Amber Heard in his final days
Shane MacGowan had adviced his friend Johnny Depp to forgive ex-wife Amber Heard (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The recent funeral service for Irish singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, who passed away on November 30, 2023, revealed an unexpected twist in the legal battle between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife, Amber Heard.

During the prayer service, Shane MacGowan's wife, Victoria Mary Clarke, shared an anecdote about how MacGowan had advised Johnny Depp to forgive Amber Heard during the actor's court case.

What Shane MacGowan's wife revealed?

Victoria Mary Clarke, in her eulogy, disclosed a private conversation between Shane MacGowan and Johnny Depp, emphasizing MacGowan's belief in forgiveness. She stated, "I hope you don’t mind me saying this, Johnny. When Johnny had a court case involving his ex-wife Amber, Shane had a long conversation with you, didn’t he? And urged you to forgive Amber. Yeah, he just thought it was the best thing to do because he believed genuinely in forgiveness."

Addressing Johnny Depp directly, Clarke asked, "I’m sure you have by now, haven’t you? Of course, you have, of course you have." The remarks suggest that Johnny Depp has indeed followed Shane MacGowan's advice and chosen the path of forgiveness, letting go of any lingering resentment towards Amber Heard.

This revelation provides insight into the personal struggles and triumphs of Johnny Depp beyond the public courtroom battles. Despite the challenges, Depp seems to have found solace and closure, guided by the wisdom imparted by his late friend.

Johnny Depp takes a break during his trial at a Fairfax County Courthouse on May 27, 2022, in Fairfax, Virginia. Closing arguments in the Depp v. Heard defamation trial, brought by Johnny Depp against his ex-wife Amber Heard, begins today. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
Johnny Depp takes a break during his trial at a Fairfax County Courthouse on May 27, 2022, in Fairfax, Virginia (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Depp finds solace and acclaim

The friendship between Johnny Depp and Shane MacGowan extended to Depp being a part of MacGowan's wedding in 2018. Known for his iconic roles in films like 'Pirates of the Caribbean', Depp has been undergoing a transformative period in his career and recently received acclaim for his role in the French film 'Jeanne du Barry'.

Depp's ex-wife, Amber Heard, grapples with setbacks in her career as reports suggest reduced role and social media scrutiny.

While Johnny Depp navigates a career renaissance, Amber Heard, his ex-wife, encounters challenges tied to her role in the upcoming film 'Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom'.

Reports indicate a reduced role for Heard along with negative attention on social media. As Depp forges ahead with notable projects, Heard's professional journey takes a tumultuous turn, raising questions about the dynamic between the once-feuding ex-spouses.

Sources close to the actress say that Heard is bilingual in Spanish and enjoys living in Madrid  after an unsuccessful trial against ex-husband Johnny Depp (Dimitrios Kambouris, Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
Amber Heard and Johnny Depp (Getty Images)

The public watches with anticipation as this unexpected chapter in the Depp-Heard saga unfolds, guided by the theme of forgiveness inspired by Shane MacGowan.

Only time will unveil the lasting impact of this newfound perspective on their complex relationship.

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