Actor and former professional boxer Mickey Rourke recently entered the Celebrity Big Brother house. However, shortly after arriving, he faced backlash for making inappropriate comments towards his fellow housemates. Mickey asked a female contestant about her sexuality and told her she wouldn’t be gay anymore if he stayed longer than four days. He also made derogatory remarks towards a lesbian contestant, prompting Big Brother to reprimand him for his language and behavior.
Despite the controversy, Mickey apologized to his housemates, acknowledging his short fuse and expressing remorse for his actions. As viewers wait to see how long he lasts in the house, here is some background on the 72-year-old actor. Mickey Rourke is known for his roles in films like Iron Man 2, Barfly, and The Wrestler, for which he won several awards. He also has upcoming projects in the works, including The Roaring Game and Bring the Law.
When asked about his expectations for Celebrity Big Brother, Mickey Rourke admitted he had never seen the show and planned to just do his thing. Fans can follow him on social media @mickey_rourke_ and catch him on Celebrity Big Brother airing on ITV and ITVX. Stay tuned for more updates from the reality show and check out our Entertainment coverage for the latest news on your favorite stars.
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