Following warnings and an escalating series of incidents,Mickey Rourke has abruptly left the Celebrity Big Brother house. This article dives into the details surrounding Rourke’s departure,exploring the events that led to his exit and the conversations that followed. Learn what prompted this unexpected turn of events and the key exchanges involving the actor.
Mickey Rourke’s Abrupt Departure from Celebrity Big Brother
The actor’s exit follows warnings about inappropriate language adn behavior.
Sudden Exit Explained
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 72, has left Celebrity Big Brother following concerns over his conduct. ITV confirmed that the departure was due to further use of inappropriate language and instances of unacceptable behaviour.
Incident Details
on Saturday, Rourke reportedly engaged in behavior and language that was considered threatening and aggressive towards fellow housemate Chris Hughes, 32. Sources indicate that while tensions were high, no physical altercation occurred.
Prior Warning
This incident follows a formal warning Rourke received just days prior. The warning was issued after “unacceptable language and behaviour” directed at another housemate, JoJo Siwa, 21.
Siwa’s Accusations
Siwa had previously accused Rourke of being homophobic
after he stated he was going to vote the lesbian out real rapid
and made other comments regarding her sexuality. Hughes had offered Siwa comfort following Rourke’s remarks.
ITV’s Statement
An ITV spokesperson released the following statement:
Mickey Rourke has agreed to leave the Celebrity Big Brother House this evening following a discussion with Big Brother regarding further use of inappropriate language and instances of unacceptable behaviour.
A Timeline of Events
- Monday: Rourke enters the Celebrity Big Brother house alongside Siwa, Hughes, and 10 other celebrities.
- Wednesday: Tensions escalate following a series of exchanges between Rourke and Siwa.
Key Exchanges Detailed
According to a transcript released by ITV, the initial exchange between Rourke and Siwa involved questions about her sexual orientation.
Rourke: Do you like boys or girls?
Siwa: Girls. My partner is non-binary.
Rourke then made a controversial statement: If I stay longer than four days,you won’t be gay any more.
Siwa responded firmly: I can guarantee I’ll still be gay and I’ll still be in a very happy relationship.
Following this, Rourke made the comment about voting her out. He also referenced an earlier conversation about the smoking area, stating, I need a fag,
while gesturing towards Siwa and adding, I’m not talking to you.
When Hughes challenged his statement, Rourke claimed, I know. I was talking about a cigarette.
Big Brother’s Intervention
Rourke was summoned to the diary room, where Big Brother addressed his behavior directly.
Yoru language was offensive and unacceptable.
Big Brother
Rourke’s response:
I apologise. I don’t have dishonourable intentions – I’m just talking smack, you know.I wasn’t taking it all so serious. I didn’t mean in it any bad intentions and if I did,sorry.
Mickey Rourke
Aftermath and Apology
Upon returning to the main house, Hughes informed Rourke that Siwa was very upset earlier.
Siwa herself told Rourke that his language was not an acceptable word.
Rourke offered an apology: I want to apologise. I’ve got a habit of having a short fuse. And I don’t mean nothing by it. I do mean it [sorry]. If I didn’t,I wouldn’t say it to you.
Siwa accepted his apology, stating, I appreciate your apology.
