Johnny Depp gave photographers an unexpected moment at Drink Las Vegas, where he was filmed biting leaves from a decorative backdrop at Park MGM. The actor first chewed on a single leaf before returning for a larger piece of greenery, turning the photo call into an unusual scene captured on video.
Johnny Depp Bites Decorative Leaves at Drink Las Vegas
The 63-year-old actor attended the Las Vegas event on Saturday, September 26, and posed for photographers at Park MGM. Depp wore a black waistcoat, a wide-brimmed cowboy hat, and orange-tinted sunglasses. He also accessorized with a loosely tied bandana and several rings.
Video published by TMZ shows Depp holding a glass as he stands in front of a photo backdrop covered in artificial greenery. During the photo opportunity, he turns toward the decorative hedge and bites off a leaf with his teeth.
Depp then chews the foliage briefly before spitting it out. However, the moment does not end there. The actor returns to the backdrop and takes another bite, this time pulling away a larger stem with several leaves attached.
He then faces the cameras with the greenery hanging from his mouth and raises his glass. Photographers continue capturing the moment as Depp poses in front of the display. The footage does not establish whether he swallowed any of the decorative material.
The Actor’s Las Vegas Appearance Draws Attention
The video quickly made rounds across social media after Depp’s appearance at the four-day Drink Las Vegas festival, which ran from September 24 to 27. The event featured programming across MGM Resorts properties, including Park MGM, Bellagio, ARIA, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
Depp’s unexpected interaction with the backdrop became a notable moment from the appearance. Reports described him as appearing to be in good spirits while posing for photographers and interacting with the decorative display. The footage shows him returning to the greenery after the first bite rather than immediately leaving the photo area.
The incident also drew attention because of Depp’s distinctive outfit and the unusual setting. Instead of simply standing in front of the step-and-repeat wall, he used its artificial foliage as part of the photo opportunity. The “Pirates of the Caribbean” star also appeared to be in good spirits, indicating he was just having a goofy moment.
Johnny Depp Has Several Film Projects in the Works
The Las Vegas appearance comes as Depp prepares for the release of new screen projects. The actor stars in Day Drinker, a thriller directed by Marc Webb that also features Madelyn Cline and Penélope Cruz. The film is scheduled to arrive in theaters on March 26, 2027.
In July, Depp made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con to promote Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol. He appeared in character as Ebenezer Scrooge, wearing prosthetics, facial hair, and costume details that transformed his familiar appearance. The project offers a new take on Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.
Meanwhile, producer Jerry Bruckheimer said in August that he was speaking with Depp about a possible return to the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise. Bruckheimer told Deadline that discussions were underway and that the team was working on a screenplay. However, no finalized casting announcement was included in the information provided.
