Johnny Depp’s inclusion on the Glastonbury line-up proved to be controversial, and his appearance itself has turned out to be no different.
The Hollywood star has raised eyebrows after cracking a joke about assassinating US president Donald Trump at the festival.
Johnny introduced his 2004 film ‘The Libertine’ during an event, but began talking about religion and President Trump following questions from the 1,500-strong audience.
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Johnny Depp made an appearance at Glastonbury
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“I think he needs help and there are a lot of wonderful dark, dark places he could go,” he said.
“It is just a question. I’m not insinuating anything - by the way, this is going to be in the press. It will be horrible. I like that you are all a part of it - when was the last time an actor assassinated a president?
“I want to qualify, I am not an actor. I lie for a living.
“However, it has been a while and maybe it is time.”
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Johnny was met with a rock star reception at the festival
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The joke was met with cheers from the crowd, but has proved to be much more divisive on social media:
8 Most Surprising Acts On This Year’s Glastonbury Line-Up
Gillian Anderson(01 of08)
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‘The Fall’ star will be at the Speakers Forum for a discussion on ‘A Manifesto For Women Everywhere’ on the Sunday at 3pm. (credit:David M Benett via Getty Images)
Jeremy Corbyn(02 of08)
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A year after pulling out at the last minute, Jeremy will finally make his Glastonbury debut by being part of a talk at the Left Field on Saturday.
At present, it’s planned that he’ll simply introduce Run The Jewels, but who knows what might happen. (credit:DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS via Getty Images)
Busted(03 of08)
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Yeah. Busted. The festival may be associated with chart-topping stars and rockers, but the trio have landed themselves a slot on the Avalon Stage - and we reckon fans will be in for a treat. Catch them at 3:45pm on Saturday. (credit:Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment)
Johnny Depp(04 of08)
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Johnny will be a guest of honour at the all-new Cineramageddon area - though not everyone is overjoyed by the news. The ‘Mortdecai’ actor will introduce the films being screened on the Thursday night, speaking to curator Julien Temple about the choices. (credit:Aly Song / Reuters)
Scouting For Girls(05 of08)
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Yes, they’re still a thing. End your festival with them if that’s your kind of thing (no judgement here, don’t worry) at 9:20pm on the Avalon Stage on Sunday night. (credit:Shirlaine Forrest via Getty Images)
“I realised the importance of this festival in my older age,” he tweeted back in January. Let’s just hope it stays that way before his set on the Saturday, at 7.15pm on the Other Stage. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
The Vegetable Instrument Workshop(07 of08)
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We’re guessing this does what it says on the tin…? Find out the Greenpeace area at 3pm on the Friday. This picture is sadly not from the actual workshop. Sorry. (credit:Vincent Kessler / Reuters)
The BBC's Coverage Of Glastonbury(08 of08)
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Worried you’ll feel bored between the hours of 10pm and midnight? Think a rest will be in order, but don’t want to miss out on any of the action? Well, fear not! Because you can watch the BBC’s Glastonbury coverage at the Pilton Palais Cinema each night.
Why, you ask? We have no idea. (credit:Jon Super via Getty Images)