Depp, Heard settle divorce; charges of abuse withdrawn

LOS ANGELES: Amber Heard and Johnny Depp have reached an out-of-court settlement to end their 18-month marriage, they said on Tuesday, after the actress withdrew allegations that her husband physically abused her.

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Heard filed papers to withdraw her claims of abuse, dropping an application to extend a restraining order against the Oscar-nominated actor.

“Our relationship was intensely passionate and at times volatile, but always bound by love,” Depp and Heard said in a statement. “Neither party has made false accusations for financial gains. There was never an intent of physical or emotional harm. Amber wishes the best for Johnny in the future.”

The statement said Heard will donate financial proceeds from the divorce to a charity. The two have reportedly agreed Depp will pay Heard $7 million.