EXCLUSIVE: Johnny Depp's movie career to 'skyrocket' after bombshell win against Amber Heard. Reputation management consultant Alexandra Villa says Johnny Depp could become 'the highest paid actor ever' after winning his defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard. PR expert Villa, who has represented Oscar nominated stars and films over two decades, said: "There is an argument that Johnny is now once again one of the world's most bankable stars. "His career is going to skyrocket. He not only has the heart of the consumer in his hands, he may be able to pick and choose some of the biggest movies coming out in the next few years.