Johnny Depp is an American actor born on June 9, 1963, in Owensboro, Kentucky. He is best known for his roles in Tim Burton films and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, where he portrayed Captain Jack Sparrow. Depp's career began in the early 1980s, gaining early fame with 21 Jump Street. He is also known for portraying eccentric characters, such as in Edward Scissorhands and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Depp's personal life, including his highly publicized marriage to actress Amber Heard, has often been in the media. Over the years, his career has seen both critical acclaim and controversy.