Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's love story in pictures

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May 26, 2016
Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis walking hand-in-hand on a red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards.© Photo: Getty Images

Few could have predicted that marriage would be on the cards for Johnny Depp and Amber Heard in 2011 as the Kentucky-born actor was happily in a relationship with his long-time love Vanessa Paradis. While Johnny and Vanessa never tied the knot, they became parents to daughter Lily-Rose Melody Depp and son Jack Christopher Depp III during their 14 years together. After months of speculation the couple announced that they had split in June 2012.

Amber Heard and Tasya van Ree standing together at an event, both wearing black.© Photo: Getty Images

Amber, who came out as bisexual in 2010, was also in a relationship in 2011. The actress had been dating photographer Tasya van Ree since 2008, although the pair split after four years together.

Amber Heard and Johnny Depp sit on a couch, facing each other in conversation.

Amber and Johnny first crossed paths when they starred alongside one another in The Rum Diary. The film saw Amber playing Chenault, a love interest of Johnny's character Kemp. The characters later marry.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard standing together on a red carpet, smiling for the cameras.© Photo: Getty Images

Along with the rest of the cast, Amber and Johnny made a string of red carpet appearances to promote the film, although they didn't start dating until 2012.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard standing together at an event, both dressed formally.© Photo: Getty Images

Almost two years later, as 2014 got underway, rumours began to swirl that the couple were engaged. In the same week that Amber was seen trying to conceal a large diamond on her ring finger, news that the couple were set to wed became official when a representative for the duo confirmed the engagement.

Amber Heard laughs with a woman in a clothing store, mannequin in background.

In February 2014, fans of the couple were given an insight into just how close Amber had become to Johnny's children when she was photographed enjoying a girlie shopping trip with 14-year-old Lily Rose.

Laughing and smiling, the pair were seen chatting animatedly over a late lunch before heading to Fred Segal together for a fashion fix.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard on a red carpet, Depp in a suit and hat, Heard in a black dress.© Photo: Getty Images

Amber let her huge engagement ring do all the talking when she stepped out with husband-to-be Johnny at the premiere of her film 3 Days To Kill. Johnny and Amber's fans were thrilled to see the diamond that sealed the deal for the couple after two years of dating.

Johnny Depp at an event, wearing glasses and a striped shirt, holding a small box.© Photo: Getty Images

Soon after Amber debuted her glittering ring, Johnny decided to wear the sparkler himself during a trip to Beijing. "The fact that I'm wearing a chick's ring on my finger is probably a dead giveaway," he said, when quizzed on whether he was definitely set to wed Amber. "Not very subtle."

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard standing on a red carpet, smiling, and posing for photos.© Photo: Getty Images

Still wearing Amber's ring, Johnny finally opened up about the woman who had won his heart in a TV interview and explained that the ring had been too big for his "wonderful" bride-to-be to wear. "She's sharp as a tack," he said of Amber. "A southern belle and sweet as can be, and very good for me."

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard standing together at an event, both wearing formal attire.© Photo: Getty Images

On 3 February 2015, Johnny and Amber held a small private wedding ceremony at their home in Los Angeles, according to People magazine. The newlyweds then headed to Johnny's island in the Bahamas to celebrate their union with family and friends. Around 50 guests attended the party on Little Hall's Pond Cay, a six-beach retreat that Johnny bought in 2004 for £2.4million. His new bride reportedly wore a stunning Stella McCartney gown for the special occasion.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard walking hand-in-hand near an airplane, both wearing sunglasses.© Photo: Splash

Just a couple of months after their wedding, it was time to get back to work for the Black Mass star.

Johnny and Amber were pictured touching down in Australia in April 2015, where the actor was due to film the latest instalment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.

Amber Heard and Johnny Depp stand by a car, talking to two other people.© Photo: Getty Images

Their trip was marred after Johnny and Amber landed themselves in hot water with the Australian authorities.

The couple had brought their two Yorkshire terriers Boo and Pistol into Queensland by private jet, without complying to quarantine laws.

Minister for agriculture Barnaby Joyce responded by ordering the couple to leave the country with their pets, otherwise the dogs would be put down.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard sit side by side, both looking serious.

Almost a year later, Amber pleaded guilty to avoiding false documentation.

The actress, who initially faced a possible ten-year jail term for illegally bringing her dogs into Australia, reportedly claimed that she thought Johnny's staff had dealt with travel forms for her pets.

The couple then put on a united front and issued a video apology, in which they also urged tourists to "declare everything when you enter Australia".

"Australia is free of many pests and diseases that are common place around the world," said Amber. "That is why Australia has to have such strong biosecurity laws. I am truly sorry Pistol and Boo were not declared. Protecting Australia is important."

Man and woman in formal wear embrace on red carpet, surrounded by others.© Photo: Rex

Meanwhile, the couple weren't shy about showing their affection for each other.

In September 2015 at the Venice Film Festival, seven months into their marriage, Johnny and Amber couldn't keep their eyes and hands off each other as they walked the red carpet.

Amber Heard in white dress and hat stands with Lily-Rose Depp and a young boy in sunglasses.© Photo: Getty Images

Amber, 30, also spoke about becoming a stepmum to Johnny's two children.

"It's an honour and the greatest, most surprising gift I have ever received in my life," the actress told Marie Claire.

"I feel new flavours that I didn't know existed. New colours that I didn't know existed have been added to my life. I'm so happy."

Johnny Depp and a woman with long hair sit at a table, smiling and holding glasses.© Photo: Getty Images

In January 2016, their marriage looked to be on track as Johnny and Amber put on a very sweet display at the HEAVEN Gala presented by Vivienne Westwood and Andreas Kronthaler in Los Angeles.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard standing close, smiling, at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

At the Grammys in February, the couple looked their usual close selves as Amber supported her husband Johnny during his performance with his band The Hollywood Vampires onstage.

The couple weren't pictured together until April, when they flew back to Australia to attend a court session concerning their pet dogs.

Amber Heard in a beige satin gown at a red carpet event with other celebrities.© Photo: Getty Images

Just days later in mid-April 2016, Amber celebrated her 30th birthday without her husband Johnny.

Instead, the pretty blonde rang in her big day with a small group of girlfriends at The Parker Hotel in Palm Springs, according to People.

A source said that the girls relaxed poolside and "looked to be enjoying themselves".

At the beginning of May, Amber once again stepped out solo at the Met Gala in New York.

Johnny Depp at an event, wearing a blue suit and rings, standing on a red carpet.© Photo: Getty Images

Similarly in May, Johnny was on the promotional trail for his new film Alice Through the Looking Glass, unaccompanied by his wife.

Amber Heard and Johnny Depp sitting together at an event, both wearing formal attire.© Photo: Getty Images

Their split was announced just 15 months into their marriage in 2016. Amber filed for divorce from the film star in Los Angeles Superior Court, citing irreconcilable differences. She listed the date of their separation as Sunday 22 May. 

According to TMZ, Johnny, 52, filed legal documents of his own asking the judge to reject Amber's claim for spousal support, as they married with no prenup in place. The star is said to be worth around £272million.

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