Johnny Depp is embroiled in a legal battle with his ex-partner, Amber Heard, as both sides accuse the other of domestic abuse. Despite Heard’s claims, text messages from Depp’s assistant, Stephen Deuters, suggest that Heard was the aggressor in their relationship. Deuters described Heard as violent and unpredictable, contradicting her portrayal in court.

Heard has shared embarrassing photos of Depp after his alleged binges, including one where he is passed out with spilled ice cream. Depp attributes his condition in the photo to exhaustion from long work hours and the need to detox from his unhealthy lifestyle. Despite Heard’s accusations of abuse, Depp’s assistant claims he witnessed years of emotional and physical abuse inflicted by Heard on Depp.

Depp is currently suing a British publication for libel over allegations made against him. The case has brought attention to his personal struggles with substance abuse and Heard’s alleged abusive behavior.