Johnny Depp to make surprise appearance at 2022 MTV VMAs

Johnny Depp to make surprise appearance at 2022 MTV VMAs: report

The “Pirates of the Caribbean” star, 59, will reportedly be making a surprise appearance at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards next weekend, according to TMZ

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The outlet reports that Depp has been in talks with the show’s production team to dress up as the network’s Moonman mascot

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He will also reportedly “show face” at some point during the broadcast, emceed by LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow, on Aug. 28

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Although Depp isn’t up for any awards this year, he has taken home five Moonmen statues throughout his career

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The 2022 Global Icon Award will be presented to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, while Minaj, 39, is set to receive this year’s Vanguard Award

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The “Super Bass” rapper will perform at the ceremony, along with the likes of Lizzo, BLACKPINK, Måneskin, Anitta, J Balvin, Marshmello x Khalid and Panic! At The Disco

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Depp’s possible appearance would come just a few months after he won his highly publicized defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard

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