The most toxic love triangle in Hollywood has resurfaced. Cara Delevingne has now confirmed what rumors have whispered for years: yes, she did have a relationship with Amber Heard. And yes, Johnny Depp lost sleep over it.
The British actress spoke without filters on the Louis Theroux podcast on Monday, June 29. Amid confessions about her sexuality and revelations about her ties with Depp's ex-wife, she dropped a line that sums it all up: 'He was blinded by jealousy.'
The Beginning: A Friendship That Crossed Lines on the Set of London Fields
The story begins in 2016. At that time, Cara Delevingne and Amber Heard were simply friends. The Aquaman actress had just announced her separation from Johnny Depp, and the divorce was finalized the following year. Nothing explosive so far.
But in 2018, fate brought them together on the same set. The thriller London Fields, directed by Matthew Cullen, paired Cara Delevingne and Amber Heard on camera. The top model, who had also been involved in other cinematic controversies, shared the bill with Depp's ex. The two women grew closer. Very close.
'We were bound,' Cara admitted on the Louis Theroux podcast. But she insists that at the time of filming, 'nothing was happening.' The affair came later. After the divorce. After the lawyers had packed away their files. 'Later, after their divorce, it happened,' she clarified.
That did not prevent Johnny Depp from sensing the closeness well before. And from taking it very, very badly. This pattern has been echoed in other high-profile romantic stories in recent months.
Blinded by Jealousy: What Johnny Depp Already Suspected During Their Marriage
This is the phrase that makes everything explode. Cara Delevingne claims that Depp was 'blinded by jealousy' because of her closeness to Amber Heard. Not because of a proven affair at the time, but because of what he imagined.
We remember the epic 2022 trial between the two ex-spouses, broadcast live before millions of viewers. Depp's jealousy over Amber Heard's acquaintances had already been mentioned. The names of Elon Musk and James Franco had surfaced. Cara Delevingne's name also came up, but more discreetly.
Today, the model confirms that Depp's suspicions were not entirely unfounded. The affair did exist. It simply happened after the breakup, not during. A chronological nuance that, apparently, was not enough to calm the Pirates of the Caribbean star.
Cara Delevingne also revealed that Amber Heard was seeing 'other people' during their relationship. A dizzying detail when one recalls the complexity of the legal case. It also recalls other cases where celebrities' private lives spill into the courtroom.
The timeline is crucial: Amber Heard filed for divorce in May 2016, and it was finalized in January 2017. The filming of London Fields took place in 2018, well after the divorce. Yet Depp's jealousy had already been a point of contention during the marriage, as evidenced by text messages and audio recordings presented in court. In one 2015 audio, Heard is heard saying, 'I didn't fuck [Cara]... I'm sorry that I didn't fuck her.' This was part of the defamation trial, but Cara's confirmation now puts it in a new light.
Legal experts note that the confirmation could reignite public interest in the case, though no new legal actions are expected. Depp's representatives have not commented as of press time.
Cara Delevingne: From Modeling to Acting and Advocacy
Born in London in 1992, Cara Delevingne rose to fame as a top model for brands like Burberry and Chanel before transitioning to acting. Her film credits include Paper Towns, Suicide Squad, and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets. Despite box office ups and downs, she has carved a niche in Hollywood. Her openness about her bisexuality and mental health struggles has made her a role model for many.
In her interview, she also touched on the dark side of the industry. Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, once told her that she would 'never succeed' in Hollywood if people thought she was a lesbian. She admitted she believed him for years. Those years were filled with doubt, hiding, and playing a role off the set. It was only recently that she fully embraced her identity.
'I am in love for the first time,' the model confessed, adding that she 'really wants to start her own family.' This is a stark contrast to the emotional chaos of the Heard years. She is now in a relationship with musician Leah Mason, known as Minke. The two have known each other since school. Friends say they are happier than ever, with a shared love of music and dogs.
Amber Heard's Life After the Trial
Amber Heard, meanwhile, has kept a low profile since the 2022 defamation trial, which resulted in a $10.35 million judgment against her. She has since moved to Spain, where she lives a quieter life away from the paparazzi. In 2021, she welcomed a daughter, Oonagh, via surrogate. In May 2025, she gave birth to twins, Agnes and Ocean. She has stated she wants no further contact with Johnny Depp.
The actress, known for Aquaman and The Rum Diary, has focused on motherhood and charity work. Her legal team has declined to comment on Cara Delevingne's recent revelations.
Johnny Depp has also moved on, returning to music and film. He recently toured with Jeff Beck and starred in the French film Jeanne du Barry. But the shadow of the trial and his relationship with Heard continues to follow him. Whether he will respond to these latest revelations remains to be seen.
Jealousy, as Cara Delevingne noted, can be more destructive than betrayal itself. In this case, it poisoned a marriage, a legal battle, and three lives. The question remains: what is next for these three stars, and how will this new information affect their public images?
The full interview on the Louis Theroux podcast offers even more details about Cara's journey, including her struggles with addiction and her path to sobriety. She credits her current happiness to her partner and her decision to live authentically. 'The truth sets you free,' she said. For now, that truth has reopened old wounds for one of Hollywood's most turbulent triangles.
Source:Le Tribunal du Net News