MTV Movie Awards: Hollywood Honors Johnny Depp's Iconic Career (Video)

>> Monday, June 4, 2012

A pirate, a cocaine dealer and a nave boy with scissors for hands these are among Johnny Depps most memorable film roles in what has become an iconic and storied career.

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Depp was honored on Sunday night with the MTV Movie Awards Generation Award, the shows own version of a lifetime achievement award, which has previously been presented to the likes of Reese Witherspoon, Tom Cruise, Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler, Mike Myers, Ben Stiller and Sandra Bullock.

But before Aerosmiths Steven Tyler and Joe Perry presented their pal with the prestigious trophy, The Hollywood Reporter took a walk down memory lane with the stars in attendance. Asked to name their favorite Depp movie of all time, the attendees responded with a resounding four answers: Pirates of the Caribbean (the first one, not the sequels), Blow, Edward Scissorhands and Whats Eating Gilbert Grape.

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Hes diverse [and] he doesnt take himself too seriously, Gossip Girl actress Leighton Meester said of her favorite Depp qualities, adding, hes very attractive.

Hes good, Bridesmaids star Ellie Kemper joked. You should keep your eye on him. I think hes gonna be something.

Also receiving numerous mentions were Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Benny and June, Ed Wood and, of course, the beloved 1987 TV series 21 Jump Street.

Above, find a sampling of responses from the many, many Depp fans on the red carpet. Below, watch as Depp takes the stage at the Gibson Amphitheater in Universal City to perform with The Black Keys as he accepts his award.

Email: Sophie.Schillaci@thr.com; Twitter: @SophieSchillaci

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