Johnny Depp offered a heartfelt tribute to his ex-partner, Vanessa Paradis, describing her as a 'formidable mother' and a 'wonderful woman' during an interview on France 2's 20 Heures journal on November 8, 2026. The 63-year-old actor, currently in Paris to promote his new film 'Scrooge', spoke about his enduring connection to France and his children, Lily-Rose and Jack. [1]
Depp also shared his admiration for Paradis's artistry, calling her voice 'unique' and possessing a beauty and purity that no one else matches. He emphasized that he remains as close to France as to his birth country, adding with humor that 'rillettes' are his guilty pleasure. The interview touched upon his career regrets, noting he felt trapped by his early role in '21 Jump Street' and believed errors leave permanent scars that must be learned from. [1]
As the story develops
Update
Johnny Depp Hails Vanessa Paradis as a 'Formidable Mother' and Unique Artist in French TV Interview
During an appearance on France 2’s '20 Heures' news programme on November 8, 2026, Johnny Depp issued a warm tribute to his former partner, Vanessa Paradis, while promoting his new film 'Scrooge' in Paris. The actor, who is currently in France to present his portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge, used the platform to speak openly about his enduring bond with the country and his two children, Lily-Rose and Jack. Depp described Paradis as a 'formidable mother,' praising her dedicated parenting style and emphasizing her incredible nature in raising their family. [2]
Beyond her role as a parent, Depp expressed profound admiration for Paradis's artistic talents. He referred to her as a 'wonderful woman' and a 'true artist,' singling out her voice as unique and unmatched in beauty and purity. The interview also highlighted Depp’s lasting attachment to France, which he described as being as close to his heart as his native country. He humorously noted that French delicacies like rillettes remain his guilty pleasure, reinforcing the cultural ties established during his long-term relationship with Paradis, which began in the late 1990s and ended in 2012. [2]
- Categories:
- Entertainment
- Entities:
