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Johnny Depp arrives in Budapest: presented by the Hungarian Jack Sparrow!
The Hungarian Jack Sparrow personally presented Johnny Depp’s wax figure at the Madame Tussauds Budapest attraction. Ádám Slemmer portrays the world-famous character from Pirates of the Caribbean so authentically that even the Hollywood superstar himself clicked his tongue in appreciation when they met in person. Visitors can take photos with Depp’s figure on Dorottya Street until May.
The Madame Tussauds Budapest exhibition has expanded with another celebrity: Johnny Depp’s figure has arrived from Madame Tussauds Prague and will be on display in the downtown attraction for three months. Madame Tussauds Budapest continuously asks its guests which celebrities they would like to see — and Depp has always topped the wish list.
Johnny Depp himself took part in the creation of his figure. During a so-called “sitting” in 2006, Madame Tussauds experts measured every detail of him, from his height and the distance between his eyes to the tone of his skin. Based on this information, the lifelike figure now on display in Budapest was created, depicting Depp at the height of his most successful era.
Johnny Depp’s figure was unveiled by Ádám Slemmer. The film professional first put on the Jack Sparrow costume years ago, immediately achieving great success. By now, he has perfected the free-spirited character — from the costume and speech style to the movements. When Depp was in Budapest directing the film Modi, Ádám had the opportunity to meet his favourite star.
“I was on my way home from our fan film event, still in costume. A car slowed down beside me, and an elderly lady stepped out. She took a photo with me and told me I was wearing her costume. That’s when I realised I was standing face to face with Penny Rose, the costume designer of Pirates of the Caribbean. Penny invited me as a surprise guest to the final day of filming. When Johnny Depp saw me, he immediately transformed, and for minutes we played the role of Sparrow for each other. It was an incredible experience,” said Ádám Slemmer.
Golden Globe-winning Johnny Depp is one of the most distinctive actors of his generation. His name is associated with iconic films such as Edward Scissorhands, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Alice in Wonderland, Sweeney Todd, The Astronaut’s Wife, Sleepy Hollow, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Depp has been delivering hit films for 40 years, although he originally started his career as a musician. His acting career was launched by his then-unknown friend Nicolas Cage, who recommended him for the legendary horror film A Nightmare on Elm Street.
Depp has received several Oscar and BAFTA nominations. His private life has also continuously provided topics for the media, as he has been in relationships with celebrities such as Winona Ryder, Kate Moss, Vanessa Paradis, and his most recent wife, Amber Heard.
The actor and director has found himself in good company on Dorottya Street, where he can feel among friends. The figures of his former co-stars Leonardo DiCaprio (What’s Eating Gilbert Grape) and Angelina Jolie (The Tourist) are also “residents” there. He also shares decades-long acquaintances with Madonna and Brad Pitt.
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