It is also reported his collection also has one of Lindsay Lohan with an electronic tag on her ankle.

A source close to the 49-year-old thespian told a media tabloid, “He owns dozens of limited edition Barbies.”

“He’s also got dolls based on Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child, the ‘High School Musical’ cast, New Kids on the Block, Elvis and even Donny Osmond,” the source added.

The insider continued to explain that Depp has even accessorises his dolls to reflect the goings on of showbiz news stories.

The source revealed, “The weirdest one is a Lindsay Lohan, complete with ankle monitoring bracelet from when she was under house arrest.”

The strange hobby could help the “Pirates of the Caribbean” Actor take his mind off more serious matters.

Depp’s mother was recently hospitalised. This is the latest blow for Depp following his split from Vanessa Paradis, the mother of his two children, Lily-Rose, 13, and 10-year-old Jack, after 14 years together.