The actor’s abrupt departure from the show raises questions about his full payment. Mickey Rourke’s exit from Celebrity Big Brother has sparked concerns regarding his financial compensation.
It’s uncertain whether he will receive the full fee after leaving the house.
Rourke, known for his acting career, was reportedly set to earn a hefty £500,000 (over $654,000) for his participation in the show. However, this amount now appears to be in jeopardy.
Why Mickey Rourke was removed from the Celebrity Big Brother house
On April 12, it was announced that Rourke had been asked to leave the Celebrity Big Brother house following a confrontation with fellow housemate Chris Hughes.
During the show, Rourke’s offensive remarks toward JoJo Siwa sparked immediate backlash.
Rourke drew criticism early in the season after a disturbing exchange with pop singer and influencer JoJo Siwa, 21.
He asked Siwa if she “likes girls or boys.” After she replied that she is attracted to girls, Rourke made a shocking and inappropriate comment.
“If I stay longer than four days, you won’t be gay anymore,” Rourke reportedly told Siwa.
When Siwa firmly responded that she would “still be gay and in a happy relationship,” Rourke escalated the conversation further.
He allegedly said, “I’ll tie you up,” and later added that he would “vote the lesbian out real quick,” referring to her upcoming eviction.
A statement from ITV revealed: “Mickey Rourke has agreed to leave the house after a discussion about further use of inappropriate language and unacceptable behavior.”
It was reported that Rourke’s behavior was considered “threatening and aggressive” during the confrontation. However, no physical altercation occurred.
Will Rourke still receive his full payment?
Rourke’s removal from the show raises questions about his payment.
Celebrities on Celebrity Big Brother typically receive a fee for their appearance, but Rourke may not see the full sum.
According to a source speaking to The Sun, Rourke won’t be receiving all his money from ITV.
“Mickey won’t be receiving all his money from ITV,” they claimed.
“If a celebrity gets removed from the house, they don’t get the full fee. It’s as simple as that and they will be discussing that with him.”
The insider added: “Mickey was ready to leave the house and it ended up feeling like a mutual decision between him and ITV in the end. It was getting too much.”
Previous incidents of celebritied not receiving full payment after leaving the show
Rourke’s situation mirrors that of previous celebrities who were asked to leave the house.
These individuals, including Roxanne Pallett and Jeremy Jackson, reportedly did not receive their full payment after being removed.
Allegations from Bella Thorne add to controversy surrounding Rourke
While in the CBB house, Rourke’s co-star Bella Thorne made serious allegations against him.
Thorne, who worked with Rourke on the film The Girl, accused him of inappropriate behavior during a scene.
She claimed that Rourke used a metal grinder inappropriately while filming a scene where she was restrained.
Thorne stated that the incident left her with a bruised pelvic bone. She described working with Rourke as one of the “worst experiences” of her career.
A representative for Rourke has since denied these claims, stating that the actor “adamantly denies any intentional misconduct.”