S Poddar
It seems rather ironic that the son of one of Hollywood’s most legendary actors is working as a bartender in a Paris restaurant. The 22-year-old, who has a striking resemblance to his famous father, has shunned all the limelight associated with his celebrity lineage. His mother is none other than renowned French singer and actress Vanessa Paradis, and his sister, Lily-Rose Depp, is trying to make her mark in Hollywood.
Although his family has always been in the news, Jack prefers to be in the shadows. Unlike Lily-Rose who recently starred in Nosferatu, a modern take on Dracula, Jack hasn’t been very interested in stepping into the spotlight. He has instead carved out a different niche for himself working at L’Area, one of the trendiest Lebanese restaurants in Paris’s dynamic Bastille district.
The restaurant, known for its artistic and cozy atmosphere, attracts an eclectic mix of guests, including music, fashion, and film industry personalities. A recent guest review highlighted the venue’s charm: “Excellent! Always a warm welcome and delicious experience at this cozy restaurant. Good food and a wonderful host.”
Jack’s duties at L’Area included working shifts behind the bar and in the kitchen, where he was famous for preparing an excellent mixed mezze. Photos of him at work have appeared on the restaurant’s social media, including moments captured alongside his sister Lily-Rose as she made cocktails behind the bar.
The Area also has sentimental value for the family. Jack’s mother, Vanessa Paradis, and his sister are regular customers at the restaurant. This connection between the restaurant and the Depp-Paradis family adds a personal dimension to Jack’s story.
Restaurant manager Edouard Chueke has worked at L’Area for 15 years. “Jack is a great guy. He keeps out of the limelight but worked here behind the bar and in the kitchen,” he said. “He was a good employee. He left a few months ago, but I expect him back later next year. Good staff are hard to find.
Chueke also mentioned that Lily-Rose was no stranger to the restaurant’s bar, recalling how she enthusiastically mixed caipirinhas during her visits. “She was really getting into the swing of it and enjoying herself,” he noted.
Vanessa Paradis’s Protective Parenting
Jack and Lily-Rose’s mother, Vanessa Paradis, has always been protective of her children’s privacy. She further explained her will to shield them from public glare in a 2007 interview. “Now I indeed keep them away from the cameras because I don’t want our children to be forced to share in our fame against their will. They didn’t ask for that,” she said. The day that they will decide for themselves to do things that might bring them into the spotlight, then I won’t stop them.
It seems, however, that Jack has internalized this sentiment and has pursued a career that allows him to stay grounded and maintain a sense of normalcy. While many might expect the offspring of Hollywood royalty to pursue fame and fortune, Jack’s decision to work at a trendy Parisian eatery reflects his desire for quieter life.
Jack spent two years at L’Area before he moved away. However, Chueke was optimistic that he would return in the future. “I expect him back later next year,” he said, emphasizing the value Jack brought to the team.
Still now, Jack Depp has defied all odds. Although the sister continues making headlines out on Hollywood, Jack is establishing his own different path there, away from the fame games and limelight. In the same process, he not only respects the values instilled upon him by his parents but also brings forth refreshing authenticity in an age dominated majorly by celebrity culture.
As the son of one of the world’s most famous actors, Jack Depp could easily have settled for basking in his family’s fame. Instead, he has opted for a humble, grounded lifestyle, working behind the bar and in the kitchen of a Parisian restaurant where creativity and passion for food take center stage. Whether he returns to L’Area or continues on to new pursuits, Jack’s tale is a reminder that sometimes the most remarkable lives are lived quietly and authentically.
