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    'Fantastic Beasts 3' Shuts Down Production After Crew Member Tests Positive for Covid-19

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    The filming of the third upcoming ‘Fantastic Beasts’ feature film in the United Kingdom has been put on hold after a crew member contracted the coronavirus.

    Feb 4, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Production on the third “Fantastic Beasts” film has hit another snag – a crew member has tested positive for coronavirus.
    The “Harry Potter” spin-off, filming at Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, England, has been temporarily shut down until health experts deem the set safe.
    “The diagnosis was confirmed as a result of required and ongoing testing that all production employees receive, and the team member is currently in isolation,” a crew spokesman states. “Out of an abundance of caution, Fantastic Beasts 3 paused production and will be back up in accordance with safety guidelines.”
    Production on the new “Fantastic Beasts” movie, starring Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law, was scheduled to begin in March 2020 but the coronavirus pandemic prompted Warner Bros. studio bosses to postpone until September.

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    Johnny Depp then had to step down as villain Gellert Grindelwald after losing his libel case against The Sun newspaper over an article, in which he was described as a “wife beater.”
    Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen has stepped in to replace Depp.
    Mikkelsen previously said he would love to talk to his predecessor to help build “a bridge between what Johnny did and what [he’s] going to do.”
    “I wish I had his phone number, but unfortunately that’s not the case,” he said. “There’s nothing else I can do, to be honest. The only approach I can have is connect the bridge between what he did and what I’m gonna do and then we’ll see what lands. There has to be a bridge between what Johnny did and what I’m going to do. And at the same time, I also have to make it my own.”

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      Mads Mikkelsen Has This One Wish After Taking Over Johnny Depp's Role in 'Fantastic Beasts 3'

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      The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor has been asked to step down as supervillain Gellert Grindelwald after he lost a libel trial against The Sun’s publishers over a story that labeled him as ‘wife beater’.

      Dec 18, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Mads Mikkelsen wishes he had Johnny Depp on speed dial, because it would make his research about “Fantastic Beasts” supervillain Gellert Grindelwald much easier.
      The Danish star has taken over from Depp in the film franchise after the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star was asked to step down after losing a libel trial against The Sun’s publishers over a story, in which he was described as a “wife beater”, and now Mads is playing catch-up on the role.
      “I’ve met him (Depp) once,” Mikkelsen tells AP Entertainment. “I wish I had his phone number, but unfortunately that’s not the case.”
      “There’s nothing else I can do, to be honest. The only approach I can have is connect the bridge between what he did and what I’m gonna do and then we’ll see what lands. There has to be a bridge between what Johnny did and what I’m going to do. And at the same time, I also have to make it my own.”

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      Regarding Depp’s exit from the third film in the “Fantastic Beasts” series, Mikkelsen says, “It’s also a shocker that it came after what happened, which is just super sad… These are sad circumstances.”
      Depp himself has addressed his exit from the “Fantastic Beasts” series through a letter he posted on Instagram. “In light of recent events, I would like to make the following short statement. Firstly, I’d like to thank everybody who has gifted me with their support and loyalty,” he said in his November 6 statement.
      “I have been humbled and moved by your many messages of love and concern, particularly over the last few days,” the ex-husband of Amber Heard continued. “I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request.”

      The “Fantastic Beasts 3” is scheduled for release in July 2022.

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      Mads Mikkelsen on Replacing Johnny Depp in 'Fantastic Beasts 3': 'These Are Sad Circumstances'

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      While he’s thrilled at the opportunity to join the cast of the upcoming movie, the ‘Hannibal’ actor can’t help feeling ‘super sad’ for the original Geller Grindewalt depicter.

      Dec 3, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Mads Mikkelsen has broken his silence after he’s officially tapped to replace Johnny Depp in “Fantastic Beasts 3”. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, the Danish actor reflected on the “sad circumstances” surrounding the original Geller Grindewalt depicter’s exit from the upcoming movie and the franchise due to the drama following his divorce from ex-wife Amber Heard.
      “Job wise, it’s obviously super interesting and nice,” Mikkelsen said about being cast as the new Grindewalt. Expressing his sympathy for Depp, he added, “It’s also a shocker that it came after what happened, which is just super sad. I wish both of them the best. These are sad circumstances. I hope both of them will be back in the saddle again really soon.”
      Mikkelsen also talked about how his version of the villain will be different from Depp’s. “Well it’s going to be me, so that’s a difference,” he quipped, before explaining, “No, this is the tricky part. We’re still working it out. There has to be a bridge between what Johnny did and what I’m going to do. And at the same time, I also have to make it my own. But also we have to find a few links [to the previous version of the character] and some bridges so it doesn’t completely detach from what he’s already masterfully achieved.”

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      Depp announced his exit from “Fantastic Beasts 3” on November 6 after losing a libel suit against British tabloid The Sun over a 2018 article that labeled him a “wife beater.” He said in a statement posted on Instagram at the time, “I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request.”
      He added of his legal judgment, “The surreal judgement of the court in the U.K. will not change my fight to tell the truth and I confirm that I plan to appeal. My resolve remains strong and I intend to prove that the allegations against me are false. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time.”
      Warner Bros. then confirmed Mikkelsen’s casting on November 25 after it was previously reported that the “Hannibal” alum was director David Yates’ choice to play the main villain.
      “Fantastic Beasts 3” has been in production with Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law leading the cast. The movie is currently scheduled to open in theaters on July 15, 2022, after it was moved from its original due date of November 12, 2021.

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      Mads Mikkelsen Officially Confirmed to Replace Johnny Depp in 'Fantastic Beasts 3'

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      The ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ actor was previously reported to be David Yates’ top choice to play Gellert Grindelwald in the ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ sequel.

      Nov 26, 2020
      AceShowbiz – “Fantastic Beasts” has officially found its new Gellert Grindelwald. Two weeks after casting news emerged that Mads Mikkelsen was in early talks to portray the main villain in the follow-up to “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”, Warner Bros. confirmed on Wednesday, November 25 to Deadline that the Danish actor has been cast in “Fantastic Beasts 3”.
      The studio was moving fast to find Johnny Depp’s replacement after the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star agreed to leave the franchise following his loss in a libel lawsuit with a British tabloid. The “Hannibal” alum was reported to be director David Yates’ choice to play Grindelwald earlier this month.
      He, however, denied that he was negotiating to star in the movie when asked by IGN last week. “Oh, that is on the rumor basis as we speak,” he told the site over the phone. “So I know as much as you do from the newspapers. So I’m waiting for that phone call.”

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      Fans, meanwhile, pushed for the studio to hire Colin Farrell, who already played Grindelwald in disguise in the first film, 2016’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”. The actor, however, is currently unavailable as he has been filming another Warner Bros. movie, Matt Reeves’ “The Batman”, in which he’s playing one of the villains, The Penguin.
      Depp announced his withdrawal from the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise via Instagram on Friday, November 6. “I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request,” he said in a statement.
      “Fantastic Beasts 3” has been in production with Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law leading the cast. The movie is currently scheduled to open in theaters on July 15, 2022 release, after it was moved from its original due date of November 12, 2021.

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      Mads Mikkelsen Eyed to Replace Johnny Depp in 'Fantastic Beasts' Franchise

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      The ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ actor is reportedly director David Yates’ choice to play Grindelwald after Depp agreed to leave the franchise in the wake of his defeat in a libel lawsuit.

      Nov 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Warner Bros. is moving fast to fill in the void left by Johnny Depp in “Fantastic Beasts 3”. Mads Mikkelsen is now reportedly eyed to replace the “Alice in Wonderland” actor, who was asked to withdraw from the film after he came out on the losing end of a libel lawsuit with a British tabloid.
      According to Deadline, there are several actors who have been considered to take over the role, but Mikkelsen is director David Yates’ choice to play Grindelwald. And the two parties are now said to be in early talks for the part.
      “Fantastic Beasts 3” kicked off production in September and Depp had filmed one scene before he was asked to leave the franchise. The 57-year-old took to Instagram on Friday, November 6 to announce he was stepping down, writing, “I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request.”

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      He added of his legal judgment, “The surreal judgement of the court in the U.K. will not change my fight to tell the truth and I confirm that I plan to appeal. My resolve remains strong and I intend to prove that the allegations against me are false. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time.”
      Meanwhile, the cast led by Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law continue shooting with the aim of keeping the film on track for its July 15, 2022 release, after it was recently moved from its original due date of November 12, 2021.
      Mikkelsen is a Danish actor who achieved worldwide recognition for playing the main antagonist Le Chiffre in 2006’s James Bond film “Casino Royale”. He is also widely known for his roles as Igor Stravinsky in “Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky” (2008) and serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter on NBC’s series “Hannibal”.
      The 54-year-old, who won Cannes Film Festival Cannes Film Festival Best Actor Award for his role in Danish film “The Hunt”, has also been part of blockbusters films such as Marvel’s “Doctor Strange” (2016) and Lucasfilm’s “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”. He recently wrapped the filming of Doug Liman-directed film “Chaos Walking”.

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      Johnny Depp Will Get Full Salary Despite Only Working One Day on Set of 'Fantastic Beasts 3'

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      The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor will be paid full salary by movie bosses despite leaving the third installment of the ‘Harry Potter’ spin-off following his legal loss in libel trial.

      Nov 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Johnny depp won’t be out of pocket after exiting his “Fantastic Beasts” movie franchise, with the actor pocketing his full salary for the role despite only working one day on set.
      Warner Bros. chiefs cut ties with the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star for their “Harry Potter” spin-off movies after a judge rules against him in his libel case against bosses at The Sun newspaper. The star was labelled a “wife beater” in a 2018 article related to claims made by his ex-spouse, Amber Heard.
      However, according to The Hollywood Reporter, studio officials must pay the 57-year-old his full salary for the film, for which he shot one scene as Gellert Grindelwald since production kicked off in September (20).

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      Depp had a special provision in his contract, called pay-to-play, meaning that he would get his full salary no matter what happened to the movie, meaning he’ll take home at least $10 million (£7.6 million) for the film – despite not appearing in the flick.
      Depp took to Instagram on Friday to announce he was stepping down, writing, “I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request.”
      He added of his legal judgement, “The surreal judgement of the court in the U.K. will not change my fight to tell the truth and I confirm that I plan to appeal. My resolve remains strong and I intend to prove that the allegations against me are false. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time.”
      Meanwhile, Warner Bros. officials have confirmed plans to recast Depp’s role as the dark wizard, which he portrayed in 2016’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” and its 2018 sequel “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”. The movie has been pushed to summer, 2022.

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      Johnny Depp Agrees to Leave 'Fantastic Beasts' Franchise After Losing Libel Battle

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      The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor announces he will be stepping down as Gellert Grindelwald in the ‘Happy Potter’ spin-off movies after he lost in a legal feud with a British tabloid.

      Nov 7, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Johnny Depp has exited the “Fantastic Beast” movie franchise after losing his U.K. libel battle over domestic violence allegations.
      The actor sued tabloid bosses at The Sun after he was labelled a “wife beater” in a 2018 article related to claims made by his ex-spouse, Amber Heard, but the judge ruled against him on Monday (02Nov20).
      Lawyers for Depp, who has always denied Heard’s accusations, vowed to appeal the decision, but the legal drama has prompted Warner Bros. chiefs to cut ties with the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star for their “Harry Potter” spin-off movies.
      Depp took to Instagram on Friday to announce he was stepping down as Gellert Grindelwald in the third “Fantastic Beasts” film, as requested by studio executives.
      He also used the post to express his gratitude to fans for their support, as the defiant 57 year old declared his intention to challenge the U.K. court ruling.

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      “Firstly, I’d like to thank everybody who has gifted me with their support and loyalty,” he began the note. “I have been humbled and moved by your many messages of love and concern, particularly over the last few days.” The actor continued, “Secondly, I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and I have respected and agreed to that request.”
      “Finally, I wish to say this. The surreal judgement of the court in the U.K. will not change my fight to tell the truth and I confirm that I plan to appeal. My resolve remains strong and I intend to prove that the allegations against me are false. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time.”
      Meanwhile, Warner Bros. officials have confirmed plans to recast Depp’s role as the dark wizard, which he portrayed in 2016’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”, and its 2018 sequel, “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”.
      A statement reads, “Johnny Depp will depart the Fantastic Beasts franchise. We thank Johnny for his work on the films to date.”
      “Fantastic Beasts 3 is currently in production, and the role of Gellert Grindelwald will be recast.”
      “The film will debut in theatres worldwide in the summer of 2022.”

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      Johnny Depp Requests Delay of Defamation Trial to Film 'Fantastic Beasts 3'

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      The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor seeks postponement to the trial for his defamation lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard to accommodate filming of the ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ sequel.
      Sep 2, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Johnny Depp’s legal drama with his ex-wife Amber Heard is going to take a longer time to be settled. The actor is seeking a delay of trial for his defamation lawsuit against the “Aquaman” actress because of the upcoming production of “Fantastic Beasts 3”.
      Due to the COVID-19, filming on the David Yates-directed movie was put on hold earlier this year. Now that the British government has allowed some projects to resume filming in London with strict protocols, production on the “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” sequel is set to pick back up again starting in October and possibly extending into February 2021, conflicting with the defamation trial set to take place from January 11 to 28 next year.
      “When the Court set the current trial date in this case, Mr. Depp understood that Warner Bros. planned to shoot ‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ in London long before January 11, 2021. COVID-19 disrupted the studio’s plans, causing repeated postponements,” Depp’s lawyers says in court papers. “With conditions in London having improved somewhat, Warner Bros. has now set a shooting schedule that conflicts with the trial date in this case.”
      Depp says he was notified on August 19 that he’s called back to work from early October through mid-February. He also asks the trial to be postponed until sometime between on March and June 2021.
      “Mr. Depp would face potential liability for breach of contract should he fail to comply with the schedule contractually dictated by Warner Bros.,” states the filing. “Though Mr. Depp is eager to proceed to trial, he faces an untenable situation over which he has no control.”
      In the motion, Depp additionally argues that Heard’s recent response and $100 million counterclaim warrants a postponement. The legal papers note that the “London Fields” star has agreed to meet on September 11 to discuss the potential delay and that the proposed postponement “would not entail any prejudice to her, much less unfair prejudice” because she’s expected to film “Aquaman 2” sometime in 2021.
      Depp’s motion for the delay of the defamation trial hereby shut down rumors that the Academy Award-nominated actor and the “Magic Mike XXL” star would be fired from their respective projects. Words were Warner Bros. was considering to replace the 57-year-old actor in “Fantastic Beasts 3” and the 34-year-old actress in “Aquaman 2” due to the bad press regarding their legal drama.

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