Andrea Bocelli lauds Johnny Depp as a ‘rock star loved and applauded everywhere’ ahead of their surprise joint concert
Johnny Depp has been praised by Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli ahead of the actor’s appearance at the upcoming Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration concerts on July 15, 17 and 19.
Ahead of the shows, Andrea, 65, posted a eulogy to Depp (61) on Instagram, calling him a “rock star.”
Of the actor of Edward Scissorhands he wrote: ‘A disarmingly charming actor who has brought countless iconic characters to life on the big screen. The musical talent of this eclectic artist is equally intense: a true rock star who is loved and praised everywhere.’
‘I still remember playing and singing with Johnny Depp when he visited my home in Tuscany.’
“We are thrilled to announce that this unexpected duo will be performing once again — and this time in public, as their fans will be thrilled to hear,” it continued.
Johnny Depp has been praised by Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli ahead of the actor’s appearance at the upcoming Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration concerts on July 15, 17 and 19
“We would like to thank Johnny for accepting our invitation. It will be a pleasure to welcome him on the stage of Teatro del Silenzio.”
Depp is not only a celebrated actor, but also a guitarist and singer. In July 2022, he released his album 18 with Jeff Beck.
The performances will take place in Bocelli’s birthplace of Lajatico, Italy, as the artist celebrates his 30th anniversary in music.
Bocelli previously announced that stars such as Ed Sheeran, Shania Twain, Jon Batiste, Russell Crowe, Sofia Vergara and David Foster will also appear as guests.
Christian Nodal, Sofia Carson, Laura Pausini, Tiziano Ferro, Zucchero, Giorgia and his children Matteo and Virginia will also be present.
Fans in attendance can also expect performances from musicians Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras, Lang Lang, Aida Garifullina, Bryn Terfel and Nadine Sierra.
The concert will be filmed and directed by Sam Wrench, who also directed Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour.
Following his summer performances, Bocelli will embark on a North American tour, kicking off on September 30 in Monterrey, Mexico.
The festival ends on December 21 in Los Angeles.
Addressing his 3.1 million followers, he wrote of the Edward Scissorhands actor: ‘A disarmingly charming actor who has brought countless iconic characters to life on the big screen. The musical talent of this eclectic artist is equally intense: a true rock star who is universally loved and praised.’
The performances will take place in his birthplace of Lajatico, Italy, where the entertainer is celebrating his 30th anniversary
In a press release from April, per PeopleAndrea reflected: ‘As a child I learned to dream of my future in the enchanting silence of these hills. Then life made that dream come true.’
He added: ‘Today, 30 years later, I can only imagine celebrating my career and my life, its power and its wonderful beauty, here at Teatro del Silenzio, surrounded by such great artists and friends.
‘I want to thank everyone who helped make my childhood dreams come true with an unforgettable concert.’
In addition to his screen exploits, Depp is a guitarist and singer.
He recorded an album with Jeff Beck, who passed away in January 2023.
Depp recently performed in London in honor of Jeff on what would have been his 80th birthday.