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Paul Bettany Says He and Johnny Depp ‘Hadn’t Spoken’ in Years When Their Texts Were Read During Libel Trial: ‘I Was Being Painted As This Close Friend’

Paul Bettany opened up in a recent interview with The Times about the public’s misconception of his relationship with Johnny Depp after text messages…

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Variety reports: Paul Bettany opened up in a recent interview with The Times about the public’s misconception of his relationship with Johnny Depp after text messages between the two actors were used in court during Depp’s libel lawsuit against The Sun.

“I hadn’t spoken to Johnny in years when that happened and I haven’t spoken to him.

This entertainment story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Johnny Depp, Paul Bettany Says He and Hadn’t Spoken’.

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United States · Americas
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Johnny Depp, Paul Bettany Says He, Hadn’t Spoken’, Read During Libel
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Entertainment

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