Amber Heard
Movie Actress
Amber Laura Heard is an American actress. She had her first leading role in the horror film All the Boys Love Mandy Lane, and went on to star in films such as The Ward and Drive Angry.
About
Amber Laura Heard was born on April 22, 1986, in Austin, Texas. She is an American actress and model, best known for her roles in films such as “The Rum Diary” (2011), “Drive Angry” (2011), “Paranoia” (2013) and “The Danish Girl” (2015). Amber's father is David Heard, an internet consultant, and her mother is Patricia Paige Heard, a speech therapist. She has two sisters: Whitney and Beth.
Amber started her career as a model at the age of 16. She made her film debut in 2004 with the sports drama film “Friday Night Lights”. She then went on to appear in several Hollywood films such as “North Country” (2005), “Alpha Dog” (2006), “Pineapple Express” (2008) and “The Joneses” (2009). In 2011, she starred alongside Johnny Depp in the romantic comedy-drama film “The Rum Diary”. Later that year she appeared in the action-thriller film “Drive Angry” directed by Patrick Lussier. In 2013, Amber starred in Robert Luketic's psychological thriller “Paranoia” alongside Liam Hemsworth and Harrison Ford. In 2015 she appeared in Tom Hooper's biographical drama film “The Danish Girl” alongside Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander. Her other notable film credits include roles in Machete Kills (2013), Magic Mike XXL (2015) and Justice League (2017).
She has also acted on television series such as The O.C., Jack & Bobby, Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior and Californication. In 2020, Amber received critical acclaim for her performance as Mera / Queen of Atlantis in Aquaman which grossed over $1 billion worldwide.
Life Timeline
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1986</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Amber Heard is Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">On April 22, 1986, Amber Heard was born in Austin, Texas.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2004</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Makes Acting Debut</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Heard makes her acting debut in the TV movie Friday Night Lights.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2008</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">First Major Motion Picture</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Appears in the film Pineapple Express alongside Seth Rogen and James Franco.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2009</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Gets Breakout Role</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Heard gets the role of Johnny Depp's love interest in The Rum Diary.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2012</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Stars in Magic Mike</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Heard stars alongside Channing Tatum and Matthew McConaughey in the hit movie Magic Mike.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2015</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Weds Johnny Depp</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Marries actor Johnny Depp in a private ceremony in Los Angeles.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2016</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Divorces Johnny Depp</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Files for divorce from Johnny Depp after 15 months of marriage.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2020</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Aquaman 2 Released</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Aquaman 2, in which Heard reprises her role as Mera, is released in theaters.</p></div>
Why We Love Them
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> She's Talented</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Amber Heard is an extremely talented actress. She has starred in some of Hollywood’s biggest films, such as Aquaman, Justice League and 3 Days to Kill. Her performances have been critically acclaimed and she has won several awards for her work on screen.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> She's a Philanthropist</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Amber Heard is also an avid philanthropist. She supports many charities and organizations including Amnesty International, the ACLU and the Human Rights Campaign. She is also an advocate for women’s rights and equality for all.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> She’s Inspiring</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Amber Heard is an inspiring role model for young people everywhere. Not only is she an amazing actress but she is also a strong woman who stands up for what she believes in. She has shown us that it’s possible to be both successful and authentic.</p></div>
Interesting Facts
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">1.</span> She Was Raised by a Single Mom</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Amber Heard was raised by her single mother, Patricia Paige, who worked as an Internet researcher. Her father passed away when Amber was just 16 years old.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">2.</span> She has 2 Cats Named Pistol and Boo</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Amber Heard has two cats named Pistol and Boo which she adopted in 2011. She is a strong advocate for animal rights and regularly advocates for animal rescue organizations.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">3.</span> She was the First Woman to Portray Mera in Aquaman</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Amber Heard was the first female actor to portray Mera, the wife of Aquaman, in the 2018 DC Comics movie Aquaman.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">4.</span> She Was Arrested for Domestic Abuse</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">In 2009, Amber Heard was arrested for domestic abuse after an altercation with her then-boyfriend, Tasya van Ree. The charges were later dropped and the couple reconciled.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">5.</span> She is an Avid Horse Rider</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Amber Heard is an avid horse rider and loves to take part in equestrian events. She has been riding ever since she was a child and often posts pictures of herself riding on social media.</p></div>
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