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I concluded that Mr. Depp suffered lost earnings of approximately $40 million, Spindler said.
Spindler broke down this sum into two main components.
First, Depp was poised to earn $22.5 million from thesixthPiratesinstallment, also known asPirates 6to the court.
Second, Spindler calculated that Depps potential earnings from non-franchise flicks and endorsements could have totaled $17.5 million.
That figure was based on Depps earnings in 2017, which reflected a typical financial year before the op-ed.
Much of Spindlers analysis related to testimony from Depps agent, Jack Whigham.
On May 2, Whigham testified that Depp had a $22.5 million deal with Disney forPirates 6.
While this financial discussion might seem a bit in the weeds, its incredibly important for the trial.
Depp claims that Heards allegedly defamatory op-ed tanked his career.
Depp needs to show financial loss if he wants to prove this.
Depp is suing Heard for $50 million.
Heard is pursuing a $100 million counterclaim against Depp.
