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Johnny Depp's Son Jack Depp's Bartender Job in Paris & His Return
2024-12-08
Jack Depp, the 22-year-old son of the renowned Johnny Depp, has been making waves in the Parisian culinary scene. According to a report from The Daily Mail, he was once working as a bartender at Lebanese restaurant L’Area. This outlet reported on December 7th that Jack had been quietly serving behind the bar and in the downstairs kitchen for two years before taking a break. Owner Edouard Chueke shared that Jack was a great employee who kept out of the limelight. He left a few months ago but is expected to return later next year. “Good staff are hard to find,” Chueke said. The restaurant is very popular with the fashion and music crowd, and Jack's mother Vanessa Paradis and sister Lily-Rose Depp are regulars. Lily was even seen mixing caipirinhas behind the bar and enjoying herself.Johnny shares Jack and Lily-Rose with Paradis. They were together for 14 years before their split in 2012. Paradis had previously explained to Belgium's Weekend Knack magazine in 2007 why she chose to raise Jack near her hometown. She said, “For my children I secretly choose France. Even though Los Angeles is great too. Only, in the south of France you can live much more anonymously. And that’s a bliss, especially when the children are still young.”Jack has managed to stay relatively out of the spotlight. In 2014, his dad told The Philippine Daily Inquirer that Jack wasn't interested in following in his on-screen footsteps. “Aside from school plays and things, he hasn’t shown any desire to become an actor. Whew,” Johnny said.While promoting The Idol in a 2022 interview with ELLE, Lily Rose shared some rare insights into her relationship with her younger brother. She revealed that they were “super close” and spent time at home together between work. Lily-Rose also recalled in an interview with Interview magazine this month that her brother was “the coolest person ever” while speaking with Natalie Portman about the vampire horror film Nosferatu. “This one in particular was big for me, because my brother and I both were super obsessed with Dracula when we were younger. My brother used to dress up like Dracula when he was a kid for school. I was like, ‘Wow, if I get this part my brother’s going to finally think I’m cool,’ … It’s the classic thing of when you have a younger sibling, they think you’re so cool when you’re kids, and then when you get older, now I think he’s so cool, and I’m like, ‘Let’s hang!’ And he’s like, ‘I’m busy.’ But yeah, I think I got some points with this one.”
Jack's Impact on the Restaurant Scene
Jack's presence at L’Area had a significant impact on the restaurant. His hard work and ability to handle both bartending and kitchen duties made him a valuable employee. The fact that he was able to keep a low profile while still being a part of the daily operations shows his professionalism. The restaurant's popularity among the fashion and music crowd was further enhanced by his family connections. Vanessa Paradis and Lily-Rose Depp's regular visits added to the allure of the place.Even Lily-Rose's involvement behind the bar added to the unique atmosphere. It showed the Depp family's diverse talents and their ability to fit into different roles. Jack's decision to take a break from bartending is likely to be a temporary one, as his return is expected next year. This has left the staff and regular customers eagerly awaiting his return.Jack's Choice of Location and Upbringing
Jack's upbringing in France near his mother's hometown was a deliberate choice. Paradis believed that in the south of France, one could live more anonymously, which was important for her children when they were young. This decision gave Jack a sense of stability and a connection to his roots.Despite his father's fame, Jack has chosen to stay out of the spotlight for the most part. His lack of interest in becoming an actor, as mentioned by his dad in 2014, shows his desire to pursue a different path. This has allowed him to focus on his own life and interests.Family Ties and Sibling Bonding
The Depp family's bond is evident through Lily-Rose's interviews. Their closeness and the shared experiences of childhood, such as being obsessed with Dracula, have created a special connection between them. Lily-Rose's admiration for her brother and their interactions show the importance of family in their lives.Even as they grow older and have busy lives, their sibling bond remains strong. Lily-Rose's desire to impress her brother and his response show the mutual respect and love they have for each other. Their relationship is a reminder of the lasting impact that family can have on one's life.