Mickey Rourke’s Exit from Celebrity Big Brother Sparks Major Controversy
So, have you heard the buzz going around? Mickey Rourke, yes the Mickey Rourke — Oscar-nominated actor and Hollywood legend — has officially left Celebrity Big Brother . And not just a quiet, graceful exit… no, this one came packed with drama, heated exchanges, and some seriously controversial behavior that the show couldn’t ignore.
It all unfolded just days into the new season of the ITV reality show. From the jump, Rourke seemed to struggle with the environment in the house. The situation really blew up when he directed offensive and inappropriate comments at fellow housemate JoJo Siwa. Now JoJo, known for being openly queer and for having a huge young fanbase, wasn’t going to let Rourke’s remarks slide. In a pretty uncomfortable exchange, he asked her if she liked boys or girls, and after she explained she’s in a relationship with a non-binary partner, Rourke hit back with a flippant “If I stay longer than four days, you won’t be gay anymore.”
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Let that sink in.
But it didn’t stop there. He also added that he’d “vote the lesbian out real quick.” Yeah… that was said. Understandably, Siwa was shaken, and Love Island star Chris Hughes stepped in to comfort her and call out the behavior. Things only escalated further when Rourke used the term “fag” — claiming he meant “cigarette” — and gestured toward JoJo. Whether it was ignorance or intent, the damage was done. The showrunners had to step in.
Big Brother pulled Rourke aside for a stern warning, calling his language “offensive and unacceptable.” He apologized in the diary room, saying he was just “talking smack” and didn’t mean harm. But the apology, even if sincere, couldn’t erase the impact of his words. Later, Rourke also had a conversation with JoJo and apologized directly, blaming his “short fuse” and lack of filter.
Still, after another incident involving threatening behavior toward Chris Hughes — no physical fight, but apparently heated words and tone — Big Brother had had enough. Over the weekend, following a discussion with producers, Rourke agreed to leave the house voluntarily. ITV confirmed his exit, citing continued use of inappropriate language and unacceptable behavior.
It’s honestly wild to see someone of Rourke’s stature, with a Golden Globe and BAFTA under his belt, implode so quickly on a reality show. But it’s also a strong message from Celebrity Big Brother — they’re not tolerating outdated views or aggressive behavior, even from big names. Whether Rourke meant what he said or just couldn’t adjust to the modern expectations of respect and inclusion, the consequences were swift and clear.
So now, the house moves on — minus one Hollywood icon — and with a spotlight shining on the kind of behavior that simply won’t be tolerated anymore, not on TV and not in 2025.
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