The photo at left shows a dapper Johnny Depp, in a navy suit and blue shirt, arriving at the premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides in Moscow on May 11; to see a larger version of the portrait, CLICK HERE. This was Johnny’s first visit to Moscow to promote one of his films, and he, co-star Penelope Cruz (looking fabulous), and producer Jerry Bruckheimer had a very busy day which began with a press conference and photocall. To see Johnny and Penelope laughing at the press conference, CLICK HERE, and to see them posing for pictures on the roof of the Ritz Hotel, with the beautiful Moscow skyline behind them, CLICK HERE.

Then came the official Russian premiere of On Stranger Tides, and another very enthusiastic reception for the pirate crew. To see Johnny arriving on the red carpet, CLICK HERE. You can see a photo of Johnny and Penelope at the premiere HERE, and Johnny, Penelope, and producer Jerry Bruckheimer HERE. To see Johnny waving to the crowd and signing some autographs in a crush of well-wishers, CLICK HERE and HERE. Yes, that is security chief Jerry Judge right at Johnny’s back.

The Zone thanks Evochka and HonestGirl for sharing photographs, and the Russian fansites johnnydepp.ru and burtonland.ru. Congratulations to Zoners Kitaika and Angelina who were able to see Johnny in person during his visit — a dream come true for them and so many others in Moscow. You can read much more about the Moscow premiere on the Zone’s News & Views forum.