After stepping away from the Hollywood spotlight, Amber Heard has built a very different life in Madrid, Spain. The actress, who turned 40 years old this week, is now focused on raising her three young children. Along with the move to Europe, reports show she has quietly changed her name, picking an alias tied to a Wild West legend as she continues to stay away from the public eye.
What is Amber Heard’s new name?
The Aquaman star is now reportedly using the name Martha Jane Cannary. Multiple sources confirm she uses this alias in her daily life in Spain. This is not a random choice. Martha Jane Cannary was the real name of Calamity Jane, the famous American frontierswoman known for her tough and independent personality. By using this name, Heard has created a way to move around the city without attracting the attention she used to get in the United States. Reports indicate she first used this name to rent a property in Mallorca before settling in Madrid.
Life away from Hollywood in Madrid
Moving to Spain allowed Amber Heard to leave the stress of her past behind. After the highly publicized 2022 defamation trial with ex-husband Johnny Depp, the actress decided to leave Los Angeles. Sources say she wanted to start fresh and distance herself from the intense media coverage. A neighbor in her Madrid community told reporters that Heard keeps a very low profile, wearing caps and sunglasses while walking her children to school.
The actress bought a home in the Chamartin district of Madrid, an area known for millionaires, footballers, and politicians. Unlike in America, many people in her new neighborhood do not recognize her. She has also learned to speak Spanish, showing her commitment to fitting into the local culture.
Focusing on motherhood with three children
A big part of Amber Heard‘s new life involves raising her kids. She is the mother of three children. Her oldest daughter, Oonagh Paige, was born via surrogate in 2021. In May 2025, Heard welcomed twins: a daughter named Agnes and a son named Ocean.
Recent photos showed the actress celebrating her 40th birthday in Cadaques, Spain, with her three children and friends. An insider previously shared that Heard spends her days focused on her kids. They stroll through parks and enjoy simple family time together. For now, being a mother takes priority over acting in big movies.
Recent acting work
While she is mostly quiet, Amber Heard has not stopped working entirely. She returned to the stage last year, starring in a bilingual play called “Spirit of the People” in Spain. She also appeared in a documentary titled “Silenced,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2026.
The documentary deals with the impact of defamation lawsuits. In the film, Heard spoke about her feelings regarding her public legal battles. She said she does not want to use her voice anymore, explaining that the situation has made her feel like she lost her ability to speak freely.
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Return to acting
Reports suggest Amber Heard is thinking about returning to the screen, but it is proving difficult. Sources say she has been making pitches for a comeback in Hollywood, but the results are not what she expected. An insider mentioned that the situation is becoming frustrating for her. Even though she is happy with her life in Spain, she wants to take the next step and make her own money her own way.
Despite these challenges, the actress seems settled in her new surroundings. She asked photographers in Spain to respect her private life, saying in perfect Spanish that she hopes to stay in the country. For now, Amber Heard remains focused on her children and her quiet life in Madrid, using the name Martha Jane Cannary to protect her peace.
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