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Music Appreciation: Johnny Depp

They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so when Johnny Depp parodied Keith Richards' demeanor in his role as Jack Sparrow in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' films, the affectation was a tribute to the Stones guitarist. But now the method actor is willing to take it to the next level. "My dream role would be to play musical legend Carol Channing in a biopic of her life." he says. " I love her, I really do." Well, hello, Johnny!

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joseph j.

Mr. Depp is one of the finest actors we currently have! did you see him in "The Ninth Gate".......?? off beat and polansky film?? he can play any part he puts his mind to!!

August 16 2009 at 6:31 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
ettucat

Saw Depp in Juno and one of his pirate flicks. Thought he was good. Then, he had to go and say that America was no place to raise his children. Now I have no use for him. Redford, either. Paltrow, either. You don't mind getting your load of money here, but you can make snide comments about our country and our people. Wouldn't spend one dime on any of you.

August 15 2009 at 8:57 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Ric

I recently met Miss Channing (during the day, at the shop where I work). She was COMPLETELY gracious and charming. I approached her, complimented her on her contributions to show business and happiness to people... she replied by shaking my hand, asking my name and thanking me (by name) for the compliments. She is a true star and very lovely person!

August 03 2009 at 1:15 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
andy

I think that Johnny Depp is an incredible actor and applaude his "going out of the box" as you say to play Carol Channing. I, also, feel he deserves more respect for his accomplishments.

August 03 2009 at 12:18 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
debbie

Well thats a good one for you.
I personally don't care who you wish to portray.
In the event that you come home and spend your wealth amongst the people, who paid the millions you've made, then maybe I would.

August 03 2009 at 11:26 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Constance

Why dont you people get off here and get a life!!

August 03 2009 at 11:01 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Blanche

I LOVE Johnny Depp and would watch him perform in ANY movie. He is the most talented actor. I'm certain that he could play Carol Channing well and would get her persona down to a tee, but WHY does Carol Channing want Johnny Depp to play her? Why doesn't she want a female actress who looks more like her and would require less prosthetics to do the job? It would be interesting to see a side-by-side picture of Depp and Channing when she was the age that he is now. I don't see enough similarities in their present looks. While I can see how Depp would easily pull off the persona, the looks would be very challenging as they have NO similar features.

August 03 2009 at 10:46 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Tam

I don't care what character he plays!!!! he is smoking hot hot hot

August 03 2009 at 10:45 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
John F.C. Taylor

Johnny Depp as Carol Channing? Why not? Meryl Streep is doing Julia Child. If she can do that, Depp could certainly do Channing.

August 03 2009 at 10:37 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
nana lori

Even if Johnny was pulling the reporters leg....I'd still love to see him in the role.
So he's either laughing his little heart out over this 'joke' or he's putting red lipstick on and practicing talking with that deep voice she had!
And, does anyone else hate those "ads" that run on all of these comment sites? Geez, they are annoying.

August 03 2009 at 10:10 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply