Hollywood heartthrob named Sexiest Man Alive shocks fans with unrecognizable appearance at San Diego Comic-Con
The Hollywood heartthrob, who has previously been named the Sexiest Man Alive twice, looked unrecognizable when he made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con this week.
Johnny Depp, 63, shocked onlookers on Thursday when he stepped out dressed as his character Ebenezer Scrooge to promote his movie Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, which will be released on November 13 this year.
A fake storefront was built in the middle of San Diego’s iconic Gaslamp district and covered in fake snow for the event.
A large crowd had gathered on the small set before Depp walked out the door as the singers sang popular Christmas carols.
The actor wore Victorian attire, which included a long blue coat and a black top hat.
According to a video shared by, he maintained his grumpy demeanor while remaining in character despite fans sending their love to the star during this special moment. Deadline.
Johnny Depp, 63, looked unrecognizable when he made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con this week.
The beloved Hollywood star shocked his fans when he stepped out dressed as his character Ebenezer Scrooge to promote his upcoming movie Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol.
Depp, who was named People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2003 and 2009, looked a far cry from his usual suave red carpet looks; Seen in December 2025
When someone called out, ‘Good day to you, Mr. Scrooge,’ Depp answered the question: ‘What’s so good about it?’
At one point, the Pirates of the Caribbean actor questioned why people were gathering outside the store in another clip. obtained by output.
But the confirmation left fans cheering loudly and continuing to send their love to the star.
Depp flashed a quick smile before snapping back into character as he began to step through the front door of the store, muttering to himself angrily.
But before slamming the door, he paused and poked his head out to look at the crowd once more.
Then Scrooge’s famous phrase ‘Fraud!’ he shouted. He disappeared behind the closed wooden door.
Depp continued to wear the costume while performing at Collider’s Directors Directing panel at Comic-Con.
He walked in front of the audience, holding a candle in his hand, while a thicker coat was thrown over his shoulders. The actor also moved while his character used a light brown cane.
The actor rocked a gray wig and top hat
According to a video shared by Deadline, he maintained his grumpy demeanor while remaining in character even as fans sent their love to the star during the special moment.
When someone called out, ‘Good day to you, Mr. Scrooge,’ Depp answered the question: ‘What’s so good about it?’
Depp continued to wear the costume while performing at Collider’s Directors Directing panel at Comic-Con
The actor also moved while his character used a light brown cane
Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol was directed by Ti West, also known for films such as X, Pearl and MaXXXine.
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Depp, who was named People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2003 and 2009, looked almost unrecognizable as he sported thick gray sideburns as well as what appeared to be a wig.
The Daily Mail has reached out to Depp’s representatives for comment.
A source told the Daily Mail that Depp received an “incredible reception” from the Comic Con crowd, with some fans in the front row “dressed up” as the actor’s “most iconic characters”.
Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol was directed by Ti West, also known for films such as X, Pearl and MaXXXine.
Other stars involved in the project include Harry Potter alum Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen.
The film is adapted from Charles Dickens’ 1843 novel.
In April, McKellen recalled working with Depp on the set of his upcoming Christmas fantasy movie.
‘He’s in surprisingly good form,’ says Lord of the Rings alum Diversity In that case. ‘Effervescent, funny, irreverent, serious; all at the same time.’
The actor added: ‘It really was a bit of a love fest. I fell in love with him. He is very loyal to his fellow players. [There was] “It’s a great feeling on set.”
Depp is slowly returning to the limelight and the big screen after his defamation lawsuit with ex-wife Amber Heard in 2022; Seen in Toronto in 2015
Grint also talked about being a part of West’s project, as well as collaborating with the ‘wonderful’ Depp. Hollywood Reporter In February.
‘It’s a story that absolutely everyone knows and there have been many adaptations in the past and this feels very different.’
‘It feels very faithful but it’s got Ti’s signature on it and Johnny is amazing. ‘He does some really interesting things.’
Depp is slowly returning to the limelight and the big screen after his defamation lawsuit with ex-wife Amber Heard in 2022.
After a highly publicized hearing, Heard was ordered to pay Depp $10 million in compensatory damages and $350,000 in punitive damages.
In addition, it was decided to pay him 2 million dollars in compensation due to the countersuit he filed against the actor.
Depp took the lead role in the 2023 historical drama Jeanne de Barry, which had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
She took the lead role in the 2023 historical drama Jeanne de Barry, which had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival (seen above)
The following year, he stepped behind the camera to direct and produce the 2024 biopic Modi, Three Days On The Wing Of Madness.
In addition to Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, Depp also had a major role in the action thriller Day Drinker, which will be released in 2027.
He joins other actors like Penelope Cruz and Madelyn Cline.
Last year, Lionsgate gave us the first look at Depp’s character in the project, with his silver hair, bushy gray beard and blue lenses.
