Johnny Depp officialy cast as Gellert Grindelwald in 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2'

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By Darian Scalamoni

            It appears that most outlets were wrong on who Depp will be playing in the Wizarding World after all. According to Collider, he will be cast in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2 as Gellert Grindelwald, former friend of Albus Dumbledore.

            It was originally reported that Depp was in the running to play a younger Dumbledore but David Yates, the director of Fantastic Beasts and the upcoming sequel said that they chose Depp to play a pivotal role because they wanted to “go for the most inspired, interesting, right fit for that character. Johnny Depp is a real artist.” It’s true that Depp has had many transformative roles in his career including Jack Sparrow, Edward Scissorhands, Willy Wonka and the Mad Hatter to name a few, most wouldn’t have been able to see him within the Harry Potter universe, however. Now, he will play one of its most iconic characters.

            Depp is only the first new addition as Yates and author, J.K. Rowling are in the process of auditioning for younger Dumbledore. How do you guys feel about Johnny Depp playing Grindelwald? Write in the comments and let us know!