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Amber Heard took a private plane several days after her lawyer said she couldn’t pay Depp’s judgment  

Sofia Hester Sofia Hester | June 13, 2022 | 2 min read

Over a week ago, a jury ruled overwhelmingly in favor of Johnny Depp in his defamation case against Amber Heard. In response to the actress’s over $8 million judgment, her lawyer publicly stated that she can’t afford to pay and that she would appeal the judgment. After those comments, Heard’s financial situation became the topic of unsubstantiated speculation, and now, a private plane has been spotted carrying Heard. As the public continues to speculate about her finances, amber heard’s social media challenges have intensified. Followers and critics alike have taken to various platforms to express their opinions, leading to an avalanche of mixed reactions. The actress's online presence may play a crucial role in shaping her public image during this tumultuous time.

TMZ reports that the Aquaman actress flew on a private plane to New Jersey to attend a meeting in New York and then returned to DC, where she has been staying nearby. She was accompanied on the trip by her sister and at least two other people, though it’s unclear what exactly the meetings involved. 

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The actress’s use of Amber Heard’s private plane drew negative headlines and comments on Twitter.

She didn’t exactly set the best example when she claimed she couldn’t afford a legal judgment and then flew privately when most people could not afford that luxury. The trial had been so intensely focused, and so many had developed aggressive opinions that buying a standard plane ticket didn’t seem like the best option. Although she might be able to blend into an airport for hours with a mask, it’s unlikely. 

In addition, we do not yet know what the alleged discussions in New York were about. It is not uncommon for studios to send private jets for major celebrities, and she has had a number of well-known roles. There was an easy chance that she could have been on a plane sent by the company. While it doesn’t seem like she has an $8 million disposable income, she has a lot of very famous and very wealthy associates who have plenty of money.

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Sofia is a love and psychology writer born in Bogotá and based in Miami. She covers emotional intelligence, attachment styles, and the science behind why we fall in and out of love. Passionate and deeply curious, Sofia has a gift for making complex psychology feel personal and relatable. Her writing has resonated with millions of readers across Latin America and the US. She is also a yoga instructor, an enthusiastic salsa dancer, and a devoted cat mum.