Cara Delevingne has spoken publicly for the first time about her past romantic relationship with Amber Heard, confirming years of speculation that surrounded the pair following Heard’s highly publicized split from Johnny Depp.
During a candid interview on The Louis Theroux Podcast, the British model and actress reflected on the rumors that had circulated for nearly a decade. While she acknowledged that there had been widespread gossip about her connection with Heard, she explained that the timeline of their relationship had often been misunderstood. According to Delevingne, she and Heard first became friends after working together on the 2013 film London Fields. Johnny Depp was also connected to the production, and Delevingne suggested that jealousy may have fueled many of the rumors that emerged at the time. She explained that there was no romantic relationship while Heard and Depp were still together, adding that their connection only became romantic later, after the marriage had come to an end.
Clearing Up Years Of Rumors
The subject arose when interviewer Louis Theroux mentioned longstanding reports that Depp believed there was an affair between the two women during his marriage to Heard. Delevingne responded by saying that nothing romantic had happened while Heard was still with Depp. She said the speculation likely grew because she and Heard had spent time together while filming London Fields, but insisted their relationship developed later. She went on to describe herself and Heard as having been “close for a long time” before eventually becoming romantically involved during the period surrounding Heard’s divorce. The actress also acknowledged that the relationship was not exclusive, indicating that Heard was involved with other people during the same period. When Theroux referenced entrepreneur Elon Musk, Delevingne confirmed that Heard was also seeing him around that time.
A Relationship That Drew Worldwide Attention
The confirmation adds another chapter to one of Hollywood’s most talked-about celebrity stories. Heard and Depp married in 2015 before separating the following year. Their divorce quickly became one of the entertainment industry’s most closely followed legal disputes, eventually leading to multiple court battles in both the UK and the United States. Because Delevingne and Heard had frequently been photographed together in 2016, rumors about a possible romance persisted for years. Until now, however, neither had publicly confirmed the nature of their relationship. Delevingne’s comments appear to settle the speculation by making it clear that the romance began after Heard’s marriage had already broken down rather than during it.
Reflecting On Her Sexuality
Elsewhere in the podcast, Delevingne also discussed her personal journey with her sexuality, revealing that she recognized she was gay from a very young age. She recalled realizing around the age of 11 that her feelings for one of her close female friends were different from ordinary friendship. Looking back, she now believes the signs were obvious, although she struggled to fully understand them at the time. Delevingne said she is now proud to speak openly about her identity and believes that increased visibility is important for younger people searching for role models. She explained that being honest about who she is has allowed her to help others feel less alone while encouraging greater acceptance within the entertainment industry and beyond.
Looking Back Without Regret
Although the relationship between Delevingne and Heard generated headlines for years, the model’s recent comments suggest she has no interest in sensationalizing the past. Instead, she used the interview to clarify what really happened and to correct misconceptions that have followed all three celebrities for years. By finally addressing the rumors directly, Delevingne has provided a clearer timeline of her relationship with Heard while also offering a more personal look at her own life, identity, and experiences growing up in the public eye.
