Emily Yahr

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Actor Johnny Depp wrapped up his testimony in his defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard, claiming he was the victim of her aggression and violence.

Johnny Depp ends explosive testimony against Amber Heard in libel trial

Actor Johnny Depp wrapped up his testimony in his defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard, claiming he was the victim of her aggression and violence.

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