Johnny Depp: The Unauthorized Biography

by Danny White

Charismatic, talented, intriguingly private and not forgetting devastatingly handsome, Johnny Depp is an actor who has captured the hearts and imaginations of people worldwide. The range of roles in which he has starred make him one of the world's most bankable and sought-after actors from 'Alice in Wonderland' to 'Edward Scissorhands', 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' to 'Pirates of the Caribbean', films starring Johnny Depp have grossed over $6 billion worldwide. However, it is not only his assumed roles, but the man himself who has attracted the interest of audiences the world over. His roller-coaster life has taken him from young hell-raiser to Oscar-nominated actor and caring family man, and this timely biography tells his story from the beginning; from his childhood days, through his first forays into film and on to stardom. Along the way, readers will also discover more about what makes this icon tick, how he has changed over the years and how he feels about acting today. This is a must-read book for any of his countless fans.

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction

257 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 7, 2011

About the author

Wilford Daniel (Danny) White is a former quarterback and punter for the Dallas Cowboys and an American football coach in the Arena Football League. He has been the color commentator for Cowboys games on Compass Media Networks' America's Team Radio Network since the 2011 season.
A graduate of Westwood High School in Mesa, Arizona, he didn't receive a lot of notice while being the starter at quarterback, because back then he was a better baseball prospect.
Frank Kush, then the football head coach at Arizona State University, helped convinced Bobby Winkles, the school's baseball coach, to sign White to a scholarship with the provision that he would also play punter for the football team. During those early years Kush gave him a chance to improve his skills as a quarterback, which eventually would lead him to become the starter midway through his sophomore season, ending up throwing for 6 touchdowns in a game against the University of New Mexico.
White went on to have a stellar career as a quarterback and punter, compiling a 33-4 record, winning 3 Fiesta Bowls, setting 7 NCAA passing records and being named All-America in 1973, when he lead the nation's second rated total offense. He finished with 6,717 passing yards, 64 touchdowns, 42 interceptions and averaged 41.7 yards per punt.
Besides having his jersey retired, he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, the State of Arizona Sports Hall of Fame and the Arizona State University Hall of Fame. In 2000 he was named Arizona Athlete of the Century by the Arizona Republic.

Reviews

[Carolyn Scarcella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Either you love him or hate him. The book I’m reading is called “The Unauthorised Biography” written by Danny White. He’s very handsome. I’m not surprised he is very laid back and very honest. I love writing is easy to follow, I did really enjoy his story. A short, simple, a private person. He was telling more about his life, the way he thinks about people, his family, his romance, his marriage, his divorce, his children, and his career. He was born in Owensboro, Kentucky, June 9, 1963, then settle in Florida with his three older brothers. As a result, I come to understand why he became famous! How did he become famous? You can decide.

[Kesia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Picked up this little book at the op shop and I quite liked it actually!
I learned many new things about the musician/actor and it made me want to read another book about his life from 2012 onwards.
There was a big focus on his romantic life and how he was relating to the media.

[Robin Lek · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kohati kõmukirjanduslik (mida oli oodata) ja keeleliselt mitte midagi erilist, aga sai ka nii mõndagi huvitavat Deppi kohta teada.

[Janne Uusitalo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Keltasta lehdistöä kirjamuodossa! Johnny on ihana ja tämä kirja on kasattu lähinnä haastatteluista, ei kirjailijan tekemistä, joten sisältö keskittyy aika pitkälle romantiikkarintamalle. Ei mitään syväluotausta henkilöön, vieraaksi jäi mr Depp, mutta häpeäkseni täytyy sanoa, että viihtyihän tämän parissa, ihan kuin Perez Hiltonia lukiessakin!

[Jolene · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short and simple read on the Depp's career and private life, mostly focusing on his romances and high points. Although some of the stories might be suspect, because this biography was unauthorized.

[Andri · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well, dibandingkan biografi Sean Penn yang gw baca sebelum ini, bio Depp ini kurang menarik. Ini lebih ke kumpulan artikel-artikel yang dikutip dari berbagai sumber, jadi terlalu banyak informasi yang (mungkin) kita sudah tahu.

-andri-

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

Learnt a few things that I didn't know about Johnny. Interesting read. Still love the actor.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good pictures but content seemed a little like previous interviews put together as a book. Easy to read but nothing new.

[Indah Threez Lestari · Rating 4 out of 5]

1032 - 2012

[Louise Brummer · Rating 2 out of 5]

Was a good read!!! informative!!!

[Melissa Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed it.