Mickey Rourke Sparks Outrage in Celebrity Big Brother Debut
So, let’s talk about one of the most jaw-dropping moments to hit reality TV in a while—Mickey Rourke’s explosive entrance into the 2025 Celebrity Big Brother house. Yeah, that Mickey Rourke—the Hollywood icon, Oscar nominee, and ex-boxer—has just landed in the UK's most infamous reality show, and within minutes of the launch episode, things took a very uncomfortable turn.
Viewers were already intrigued by the star-studded lineup this season—JoJo Siwa, Patsy Palmer, Daley Thompson, and even former MP Michael Fabricant are all sharing the same roof. But all eyes shifted to Rourke the moment he took to the stage. During a live segment, Rourke's behavior toward co-host AJ Odudu crossed more than a few lines. As the cameras rolled, AJ joked about Mickey being "very flirtatious" before she had to directly tell him to stop staring at her. And just when it felt awkward enough, he grabbed her arm and tried to cling on, saying, “No, I want to stay with you.”
That’s when Will Best, the other presenter and absolute MVP of the night, stepped in. He physically pulled AJ away and told Mickey, “Don’t take AJ with you!”—making it clear that boundaries were being crossed. Later, Will was seen holding AJ’s hand as a sign of support, which fans absolutely praised him for.
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The internet, as expected, blew up. Social media users slammed Mickey’s actions as “creepy” and “unacceptable,” with some viewers even calling for his immediate removal from the show. There was genuine concern for the other women in the house. And honestly? Rightly so. It's one thing to be eccentric or dramatic in the Big Brother house—that’s half the appeal—but this wasn’t that. It was inappropriate and made a lot of people uncomfortable. And this is all before the first full episode has even aired.
Now, let’s not forget, Rourke’s known for being unpredictable. His acting career peaked with intense, gritty roles in 9½ Weeks , Sin City , and The Wrestler . Off-screen, he’s always been a bit of a wildcard, and maybe producers thought that edge would bring some spice to the show. But no amount of drama is worth making someone feel unsafe—especially on live television.
Even comedian Alan Carr couldn’t ignore it on the spin-off show Late and Live , joking about Mickey’s intense gaze and joking that his tongue was practically hanging out. AJ handled it like a pro, making a sharp comeback about Mickey not being able to “afford these feathers,” referencing her outfit—but still, it’s clear the moment left a sour taste.
Fans are now waiting to see how ITV responds. Will there be a warning? A quiet removal? Or will they let things play out for ratings? Either way, one thing is clear: Mickey Rourke is already the most talked-about contestant in the house—and not in a good way.
This season was set to be chaotic and star-studded, but no one expected this kind of headline right out of the gate. Buckle up, folks—because if this is Day One, we’re in for a wild ride.
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