Johnny Depp pens emotional tribute to Pirates of the Caribbean star killed in a shark attack

Johnny Depp has paid tribute to his late co-star, Tamayo Perry, who tragically died in a shark attack last month. Taking to Instagram, Johnny remembered the Hawaiian actor as a “lovely man,” and shared a black and white photo of Tamayo with his surfboard.

“Even though it was some years ago now, I remember Tamayo well,” wrote Johnny, 61. “A lovely man, with a huge heart and zest for life… Emilia, I send you all my love and strength. You are in my thoughts. With love, Johnny.”

Alongside the post, Johnny included a link to a GoFundMe page organised by Tamayo’s wife, Emilia Perry. Currently, $112k has been raised.

A message shared on the page reads: “The generosity shown is deeply moving. These funds will be used to support Emilia as she navigates the future without Tamayo; her husband, best friend and provider. We will continue to share Tamayo’s message of love, faith in Jesus Christ, and living life to the absolute fullest with the people you care about.”

On Sunday, June 23, Tamayo, who in addition to working as a City and County of Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguard worked as an actor, was killed.

Per a press conference held by Shayne Enright of the Honolulu Emergency Services Department, the 49-year-old was surfing around Mālaekahana Beach, on Oahu’s North Shore, when the shark attack occurred.