Johnny Depp Ethereum NFT Sales Soar as He Triumphs Against Amber Heard in Defamation Trial

Johnny Depp Ethereum NFT Sales Soar as He Triumphs Against Amber Heard in Defamation Trial
Actor Johnny Depp watches as supporters wave as he leaves the Fairfax County Courthouse, in Fairfax, Va., on May 25, 2022. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images
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Johnny Depp’s collection of Ethereum based NFTs saw a sharp surge in interest following the conclusion of the defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard.

What Happened

Depp’s collection titled “Never Fear Truth” had a total trading volume of 1,500 ETH since its launch. After the jury reached its final verdict, awarding Depp $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages, the actor’s NFT collection saw a sharp increase in sales.
Screenshot showing surge in sales for Johnny Depp’s NFT collection. (OpenSea)
Screenshot showing surge in sales for Johnny Depp’s NFT collection. OpenSea