Johnny Depp

John Christopher Depp II (born June 9, 1963) is an American actor and musician. He is the recipient of multiple accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, and has been nominated for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA awards. His films, in which he has often played eccentric characters, have grossed over $8 billion worldwide, making him one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. In 2003 he earned a jackpot when he was cast as the character Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series. He later voiced the character in a related video game and reprised the role in numerous other formats and media. Depp has continued to take on challenging and 'larger-than-life' roles such as "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and the Mad Hatter of "Alice in Wonderland". Depp began his career as a musician and has frequently integrated this passion into his professional life. He performed in several amateur rock bands before transitioning into film. In addition to acting in aforementioned musician-related roles, Depp has contributed to the soundtrack of several of his films and appeared in music videos for such artists as Tom Petty. He also worked with director Tim Burton on many of his most successful films. Depp has been nominated for multiple awards and won a Golden Globe for his role in "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street".