Leonardo DiCaprio - World's highest paid

Leonardo DiCaprio has been named the world's highest paid actor.

The Inception star toppled Johnny Depp from the top of Forbes magazine's list, earning an estimated $77 million in the financial year 2010 - which runs to May this year - compared to the Pirates of the Caribbean star's $50 million.

Leonardo's films Inception and Shutter Island took nearly $1.2 billion at the worldwide box office in 2010, with Forbes magazine saying in addition to upfront fees of around $15 million for each film, Leonardo also picked up a share of the profits.

Johnny Depp wasn't able to match Leonardo, despite starring in the year's biggest grossing film, Alice In Wonderland, which made $1.024 billion at the box office, as well as The Tourist, which wasn't received well by critics but proved an international success taking $278 million worldwide.

However, the actor - who previously topped the list after earning an estimated $75 million in 2009 - could return to the top spot next year, after staring in the fourth film in the hugely successful Pirates of the Caribbean series.

Third placed on the list was Adam Sandler, who made $40 million, closely followed by Will Smith and Tom Hanks with $36 million and $35 million, respectively.

Leonardo's earnings were over double that of the highest paid female stars -- as recently estimated by Forbes for the same period - Sarah Jessica Parker and Angelina Jolie, who made around $30 million each.

Forbes magazine's list of highest paid actors for financial year 2010, top five:

1. Leonardo DiCaprio ($77 million)

2. Johnny Depp ($50 million)

3. Adam Sandler ($40 million)

4. Will Smith ($36 million)

5. Tom Hanks ($35 million)

Depp signs "Pirates 5"

Johnny Depp has reportedly signed on the fifth 'Pirates of the Caribbean' movie amid revelations that he has earned a whopping $ 350 million pounds from the franchise so far.

The 48-year-old actor is reported to have negotiated a 'cash break' deal that guarantees he shares in the profits of the hugely successful film franchise, reported Daily Mail.

With the four previous films taking over $ 3 billion at the box office, Depp's deal means he has earned close to $ 350m for his part of swashbuckling Captain Jack Sparrow. The pay deal puts his streaks ahead of any other Hollywood star who appeared in a film franchise.

The latest Pirates film 'On Stranger Tides' is the most successful film of the year so far and has taken over $ 1 billion at the worldwide box office.

Depp, as the lead character in the Disney production, also enjoys millions in payments from sales of DVDs and merchandising such as Jack Sparrow dolls.

The actor has been driving huge box office success for Disney for close to a decade. He first appeared in 'Pirates of the Caribbean' in 2003 when the film was an instant hit and
took over $ 650 million at the box office.

The sequels in 2006, 2007 and this year took almost double that amount as the popularity of the films grew.

Johnny Depp in Alice Cooper's Stage

Maybe it's no secret that Johnny Depp is also a musician. Although the name is more closely related to the film world but the gait Depp in the music world also cannot be underestimated. If you had previously collaborated with Oasis in the album FADE IN-OUT, this time to prove his skill Depp played guitar with the accompaniment in one of Alice Cooper concert.

Obviously fans of Alice Cooper's shock. How not suddenly Johnny Depp appeared on stage and participate accompany aging rocker Alice Cooper when it was a gig in London. "I think We Could use another guitar player, right? Johnny, if your career in the music world does not evolve anymore, join us, okay?" Alice Cooper said at the time.



Depp then accompanied the song Alice Cooper brings 18 at the 100 Club which are connected with the song Another Brick In The Wall Pink Floyd's and Schools Out!. Actually, the appearance of Johnny Depp in Alice Cooper's stage is not purely a surprise. Alice Cooper himself had posted on his Facebook and wrote, "Johnny Depp! Been waiting to get on stage with a rendition of Alice and the Schools Out!"

Interesting Facts About Johnny Depp

John Christopher Depp II on this day celebrates the birthday-47. You may be more familiar with this guy by the name of Johnny Depp. Though originally considered only selling this actor looks but later he managed to prove that his acting skills at all can not be underestimated. If during the time we knew him as an actor, maybe we should spend a little time to know better the actor who is actually. Here are some interesting facts about this Kentucky-born actor.

Could be a victim of Death Hoax.
January 24, 2011 then this actor reportedly died of a fatal car accident. When the news of Johnny's death until a Trending Topic on Twitter even when the news finally revealed the news just nonsense.

Really hope to get into the role of Hamlet.
Depp admitted his wish to play Hamlet and the one that turned out to be a motivator is actor Marlon Brando.

Not like a call and said he did not have a telephone.
Privacy is a big problem for Depp and therefore he chose not to install telephone lines at his home. The only means of communication are preferred Depp is the internet.

Nothing like watching the movie itself.
Acting is the work of Johnny Depp. If it's acting, Depp never play games but strangely, this actor was not like watching the movie itself. Him, his job ended when filming ended.

Secretly very fans with Justin Bieber.
You might not think that an actor who always looks cool it turned out that one fan of Justin Bieber. It is said there are witnesses who saw this actor in the audience concert Justin Bieber.

Indian blood flowing in his body.
Perhaps not many know that these actors are still descendants of Cherokee Indians. According to Depp, great-grandmother was a Cherokee woman even though he himself could not confirm that.

Like to be alone in the sauna.
Depp was always taking the time to sit alone in the sauna. The reason, he felt more creative when in the sauna and said to the character Jack Sparrow and Willy Wonka was born there.

Collector true hat.
Everyone would know if Johnny Depp had never appeared without a hat. The actor is a true collector's hat. Even so many collections of his hat, Depp was confusion must put these hats where.

Has 13 tattoos that have important meaning in his life.
Although not among those who maniac tattoo but the number of tattoos that adorn the body count is not little Johnny Depp. Reportedly there are 13 tattoo on his body Depp and all have important values. Tattoos as a marker of milestones in his life, at once reminiscent Depp in people who had entered his life.

Oscar-nominated actor's first film through Disney.
Until now, only Johnny Depp just a successful actor Oscar nomination for Best Actor category through a Disney movie.

Shooting "Pirates.." was adventurous: Marshall

Rob Marshall talks about directing the latest in the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Making Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films' Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides took Rob Marshall and his cast and crew on a grand adventure across the world. And it was, one of the most memorable experiences of his life, according to the director.

"It was a grand adventure on screen and off," says Marshall. "Each moment while making this film, whether in Hawaii or London or somewhere else, everyone felt great to be a part of this unique experience," says Marshall, director of hit films like Chicago, Memoirs of A Geisha and Nine, who have together garnered a total of 23 Oscar nominations.

"I've always wanted to do a classic adventure film," he says. "The action in Pirates, like dance, is choreographed within an inch of its life," he says.

It also represented an opportunity to work with Johnny Depp, an actor Marshall has wanted to team up with for years. "Johnny is an extraordinary person because not only is he a genius and a creative force, but is also a kind, thoughtful and elegant man."

Depp returns as the lovable rogue Captain Jack Sparrow and this time he's on a quest to find the Fountain of Youth, pursued by an exotic, dangerous band of adversaries, some old — like Barbossa played by Geoffrey Rush — and some new, including the evil Blackbeard ( Ian McShane) and his daughter, Angelica (Penélope Cruz).

Marshall says he couldn't think of anyone else besides Penélope Cruz in the movie. "It had to be an actress who could match Depp on every level. There had to be a sensuality to the character, humour, strength — a female pirate who is as smart, crafty and as clever as Jack Sparrow," says Marshall.

On Stranger Tides is filmed entirely in 3D, a format that enhances the experience for the audience, says Marshall, but represented another big challenge for the director and his crew. "We took delicate cameras into jungles, beaches, caves and ships. It was a challenge. We discovered a lot on our feet as we were going. The movie is a skillful blend of action, humour, romance and, I hope, a spellbinding adventure for my audience. It was an amazing experience making the film," he says. "I'll never forget it."

My daughter is a Bieber fan: Depp

Actor Johnny Depp reveals his 11-year-old daughter Lily-Rose is obsessed with teen sensation Justin Bieber.

Depp admits he had to start accepting her daughter Lily-Rose is becoming interested in boys and the Canadian pop heartthrob in particular.

"Unfortunately, Lily Rose is now severely interested in boys. That's horrible for me as her dad," contactmusic.com quoted him as saying.

"I recently met Justin Bieber at a press conference. When I told her that, she changed her colour several times," he added.

The 47-year-old actor who also has an eight-year-old son Jack with his long-term partner Vanessa Paradis can't believe how mature his daughter is for her age and claims she is already showing she shares her mother's talent for music.