The long feud between Amber Heard and ex-husband Johnny Depp has certainly been a bitter one, at least when seen through the media attention on both actors’ personal lives. While it seemed that Heard’s role in the upcoming Aquaman 2 was confirmed, recent reports are suggesting that this may not be the case. All of these stories must be frustrating for Heard, who reportedly believes that Warner Bros. are behind the rumors.
According to insider Daniel Richtman, Heard thinks that WB are spreading false reports to put pressure on her to resign, rather than being sacked, and that news of her being fired show the public aren’t on her side. If true, this would be a pretty low move from the company, especially since they have defended her in the past after the initial court battle with Depp reached its verdict last year.
“Amber Heard thinks WB is spreading rumors about her firing from Aquaman 2 to pressure her to leave on her own to show her people want her gone.”
The most recent reports that Heard failed a physical for Aquaman 2 may, then, be a way for her employer to justify a controversial decision and open the door for a recasting. However, it’s difficult to see Heard not having a strong contract in place that prevents this, even if that might hinge on being fit enough for the filming. In previous months, Heard has managed to downplay the online petitions and general vitriol sent her way, but having to deal with an underhanded studio tactic would be another story altogether.
Of course, these are serious allegations, and until something official comes out, or Heard starts shooting Aquaman 2, which is set to go before cameras this summer, it’s best to be cautious with this news. The spotlight on Heard and Depp’s case, which is only going to continue as trials are delayed and more details are leaked to the press, will not make it easy for either to endear themselves to producers. Given that Heard still appears to be in contention for multiple high-profile roles, though, it’d be a surprise to see her get pushed out of Aquaman 2.
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