A stunning photo of Johnny Depp by Brigitte Lacombe graces the cover of the December 11, 2009 issue of Entertainment Weekly–with the headline “Best of the Decade, 2000-2009.” Wow! The magazine honors 15 “Entertainers of the Decade,” but Johnny’s name heads the list: “From acting maverick to box office pirate king, the man behind Captain Jack ruled the first 10 years of this century,” EW writes. Inside the must-have issue are more treasures: a two-page article called “My Essentials” written by Johnny, in which he names his favorite films, music, and books; a paean to Johnny’s career written by Chris Nashawaty; and a spectacular full- page portrait by Ms. Lacombe.

To see a larger version of the Entertainment Weekly cover, CLICK HERE, and to see a version of the cover photo without lettering, CLICK HERE. The Zone thanks Mrs Pink for breaking the news; thanks also to Mrs Pink and AnaMaria for photos. As Entertainment Weekly says on their cover, Congratulations, Johnny! –Part-Time Poet