Will Smith and Johnny Depp have recently been seen together on a yacht in Tuscany, ahead of attending Andrea Bocelli’s 30th-anniversary concert. The sight of the two high-profile actors socializing has sparked mixed reactions online, particularly due to their recent controversies.
Smith and Depp, both of whom have faced significant public scrutiny in recent years, have been criticized for their association. Depp’s recent legal battles involved a highly publicized defamation trial with his ex-wife Amber Heard, which included serious allegations of abuse. Meanwhile, Smith made headlines in 2022 for slapping comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars, an incident linked to a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.
The duo’s appearance together has not been well-received by some. Critics argue that their ongoing public presence and friendship reflect poorly given their recent controversies. Buzzfeed writer Natasha Jokic called the behavior “freakish” and questioned the appropriateness of their public interactions. Social media reactions have been equally critical, with some users expressing disdain and disappointment over their association.
Despite the backlash, both actors are making comebacks in their respective careers. Smith recently starred in “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” while Depp’s film “Jeanne du Barry,” in which he plays King Louis XV, has been noted as a significant return to acting for him.
