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Johnny Depp is among some of the Hollywood stars who have not only made a lasting impact on the industry but also brought to life some of the most iconic characters of all time. One such character, Depp has played on screen is the main protagonist of the action-adventure franchisePirates of the Caribbean,Captain Jack Sparrow.
Although Depp has stated that he doesn’t plan on returning to the franchise, he has put on the pirate’s iconic hat and outfit for the fans a few times, who have known the character for his slightly drunken swagger, slurred speech, and unique look. However, the studio reportedly had totally different plans for the popular character as they wanted Captain Jack Sparrow to look like Han Solo.
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Disney Wanted Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow to Look Like Han Solo
Pirates of the Caribbeanis one of the most notable franchises in Hollywood, which has continued since the release of the 2003 film that introducedJohnny Deppas Captain Jack Sparrow. Depp went to great lengths to embody his character’s pirate aesthetic.
From a dreadlock wig to a red bandanna with several head accessories, he used everything to make his character perfect as a pirate. One of the things that truly stood out to the audience was his distinctive look, characterized by his eyes, which are often heavily covered with black eyeliner.
However, the studioreportedlyhated what theSleepy Hollowstar was doing with the character and advised to change the look by making it appear more appealing and handsome, similar toStar Wars’Han Solo. They demanded to tone down the eyeliner and also filmed a scene with their suggested look.
However, it was disapproved by both the film’s director, Gore Verbinski, and its star, Johnny Depp, who then decided to continue with the look they had in mind from the beginning. And turns out that they were right all along, as it has since become a fan-favorite character in the franchise.
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When Captain Jack Sparrow Met Han Solo
Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow and the Han Solo actorHarrison Fordcame face to face and even shared a hug at the 2015 D23 Expo. While Depp made an appearance at the events in hisPirates of the Caribbeancharacter to promote the fifth installment in the franchise, Ford took the stage forStar Wars: The Force Awakens.
The duo was captured together having a conversation backstage. Both the characters have been fan favorites and have fans excited for their appearance on the screen. There have been multiple discussions about their return to their respective franchise, withPirates of the Caribbeanfans even holding petitions to get the actor back as Jack Sparrow. Depp was last seen as Jack Sparrow in the fifth installment,Dead Men Tell No Tales.
ThePirates of the CaribbeanandStar Warsfranchises are available on Disney+.
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Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
