Cara Delevingne has clarified the timeline of her relationship with Amber Heard, confirming on a recent podcast that the two were romantically involved during Heard's divorce from Johnny Depp. Speaking on The Louis Theroux Podcast on June 29, the model and actress said she and Heard were 'entangled' after the split, and that Depp's jealousy was a notable factor during the production of their shared film London Fields.
'When they were going through the divorce, yeah, we were entangled,' Delevingne, 33, told host Louis Theroux. She added that Depp, 63, was 'pretty driven crazy by jealousy' during the time they all worked together, though she emphasized that nothing happened between her and Heard until after the divorce was underway. Delevingne also noted that Heard was 'entangled with other people,' a remark that led Theroux to mention Heard's subsequent relationship with Elon Musk, to which Delevingne replied, 'There you go.'
Heard and Depp first went public with their relationship in October 2011 and married in February 2015. Less than two years later, in May 2016, Heard filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. The former couple reached a $7 million divorce settlement that August. Delevingne and Heard had worked together on the neo-noir thriller London Fields, which starred Depp in a supporting role. Production ran from 2013 to 2015, and the film finally premiered in 2018. Delevingne explained that during that period, Depp's jealousy was palpable, even though no romantic involvement had started between her and Heard at that point.
'Nothing was happening at that point,' the model said. 'Later, after they divorced, it had, I suppose.' She described her and Heard as 'close for a long time,' implying that their emotional connection predated the physical relationship.
Background on Cara Delevingne and Amber Heard
Cara Delevingne rose to fame as a supermodel in the early 2010s, walking for major fashion houses like Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Victoria's Secret. She transitioned into acting with notable roles in Paper Towns (2015), Suicide Squad (2016), and the Amazon Prime series Carnival Row (2019–2023). Delevingne has been open about her bisexuality and has dated several high-profile figures, including musicians St. Vincent and Harry Styles.
Amber Heard, known for her roles in Aquaman (2018) and The Rum Diary (2011), married Depp in 2015. Their divorce became the subject of intense public scrutiny, culminating in a highly publicized defamation trial in 2022. Heard had written an op-ed for The Washington Post in December 2018 describing herself as a domestic abuse survivor, which Depp claimed was defamatory. The trial, which lasted six weeks, featured lurid allegations of physical and emotional abuse from both sides.
In June 2022, a jury found Heard liable for defaming Depp and awarded him $10.35 million in damages. Heard won one of three countersuit claims, receiving $2 million. Both parties appealed, but eventually settled in 2023, with Heard agreeing to pay $1 million to Depp, who donated the amount to charity. Heard has since moved to Madrid with her children—daughter Oonagh, now 5, and twins Agnes and Ocean, born in May 2025.
Further Insights from the Podcast Interview
During the podcast episode, Theroux pressed Delevingne about the nature of her relationship with Heard, noting that speculation about an affair had circulated for years. Delevingne clarified that while she and Heard did not begin a romantic relationship until after the divorce was filed, their closeness had raised eyebrows on set. She recalled that Depp's jealousy was a topic of conversation among the cast and crew.
'It was complicated because of the situation,' Delevingne said. 'I think Johnny was struggling with a lot of things, and maybe that jealousy was part of a bigger picture.' She did not elaborate on whether she had any direct conversations with Depp about the jealousy, but she suggested that the atmosphere on set was tense.
The interview also touched on the broader media circus surrounding the Depp-Heard saga. Delevingne expressed sympathy for both parties, stating that 'it's hard to know the truth when you're not inside the relationship.' She refrained from taking sides, though she acknowledged that the trial had a significant impact on Heard's career and public perception.
Heard's relationship with Elon Musk began shortly after her divorce from Depp. The tech billionaire and Heard were rumored to be dating in July 2016 and confirmed their relationship in April 2017. They split in August 2017, but Musk was later called as a witness during the defamation trial, where he testified that he had not witnessed any abuse between Heard and Depp.
Career and Public Life After the Divorce
Since her divorce from Depp, Heard has focused on motherhood and activism. In addition to raising her children in Spain, she has continued to work occasionally on film projects, though her Hollywood profile has sharply diminished. The defamation trial drew global attention, with many online debates about domestic violence and credibility. Heard has maintained that she was truthful in her op-ed and that the verdict was a setback for abuse survivors.
Delevingne, meanwhile, has continued to act and model. She recently starred in the comedy-drama Good Grief (2023) and is set to appear in the upcoming series The Briar Club. She remains a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and mental health awareness. In her personal life, she has been linked to several women since her breakup with Heard, though she keeps many details private.
The reveal of her entanglement with Heard adds another layer to the complicated history among the three celebrities. Depp, Delevingne, and Heard all worked together on London Fields, a film that itself was mired in controversy—director Mathew Cullen claimed that producer Chris Hanley interfered creatively, leading to a legal dispute. The film's release was delayed and it received largely negative reviews, but it remains a footnote in the larger drama involving its stars.
When reached for comment by multiple outlets, representatives for Heard and Depp did not respond to the podcast claims. Delevingne's publicist declined to offer additional details, deferring to the interview itself.
The interview is the latest in a series of candid conversations Delevingne has given about her personal life. She has previously spoken about her struggles with addiction, her decision to enter rehabilitation, and her journey toward self-acceptance. In 2022, she was spotted at Burning Man and in Ibiza, sparking rumors of a new relationship, but she has not confirmed any recent partnerships.
As for the impact of the Depp-Heard saga on Hollywood, it has prompted discussions about the MeToo movement and the legal system's handling of celebrity defamation cases. Some legal analysts have argued that the outcome of the trial could have a chilling effect on women coming forward with abuse allegations, while others maintain that the jury's decision was based on the specific evidence presented.
Delevingne's admission may also reignite public interest in the personal dynamics behind the scenes of London Fields. The film's production was notoriously troubled, with multiple cast members allegedly clashing. In addition to Depp, Heard, and Delevingne, the cast included Billy Bob Thornton, Jim Sturgess, and Kristen Scott Thomas. The film's script was based on Martin Amis's novel, but the adaptation was widely panned.
Ultimately, Delevingne's podcast appearance serves as a rare moment of clarity in a convoluted celebrity saga. By confirming the entanglement and describing Depp's jealousy, she provides a window into the personal emotions that fueled three careers intertwined by a single project and a very public divorce.
Source:MSN News
