

Why the internet hates Amber Heard
5 snips May 24, 2022
Kaitlyn Tiffany, a staff writer at The Atlantic, delves into the toxic online environment surrounding Amber Heard during her high-profile trial with Johnny Depp. She discusses the concept of 'anti-fandom,' exploring how social media has fueled intense scrutiny and hostility directed at Heard. Tiffany highlights the troubling dynamics of misogyny in these online spaces and the absurdities of celebrity culture. The conversation touches on the societal implications of online hate and how it affects public perception, especially for women in the spotlight.
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Depp-Heard Relationship Timeline
- Johnny Depp and Amber Heard met in 2009, married in 2015, and divorced in 2016.
- Heard filed for a restraining order, alleging abuse, but the story remained murky.
The Impact of #MeToo
- The #MeToo movement brought renewed attention to Heard's allegations, leading to her ACLU ambassadorship.
- Depp sued The Sun for libel, and Heard's testimony in that case fueled the current defamation suit.
Virginia's Libel Laws
- Depp sued Heard in Virginia, known for its 'libel tourism,' where lawsuits are harder to dismiss.
- This legal strategy made it easier for Depp's case to proceed.