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Mickey Rourke Shows Off New Wig Before Entering Celebrity Big Brother House

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Actor Mickey Rourke, formerly known for his role in Celebrity Big Brother, was seen flaunting his latest hairpiece during a farewell meal in London, ahead of entering the house on Monday evening.

80’s action movie legend, now 72 years old, became the last celebrity to join the eagerly awaited reality TV series. The show will air from April 7 and run for approximately two weeks, concluding on April 25.

The iconic 80’s action star, aged 72, sealed his participation in the highly anticipated reality TV program, set to debut on April 7 and last until April 25, which spans a little over two weeks.

In the recent Instagram photo, Mickey appeared noticeably different than during his prime, as he enjoyed time with friends over the weekend.

Currently, I’m in London with Liam kid Vaughan and his brother Ryan Vaughan. Liverpool is particularly robust right now.

I am at present in London accompanied by Liam Vaughan’s son and his brother Ryan Vaughan. Liverpool is quite vibrant currently.

Mickey, with a projected wealth around £3.8 million ($5 million), is set to earn a substantial six-figure income for his role on the ITV program, joining stars such as JoJo Siwa, Chesney Hawkes, and Patsy Palmer.

There’s concern that the renowned actor might choose to depart from the Big Brother house prematurely, a situation some see as undesirable for the broadcasters, termed as a potential “nightmare” or “worst-case outcome”.

According to a source at TopMob, the last time he was notably large was during ‘The Wrestler.’ Just like everybody else, he too has financial obligations to meet.

It’s an obvious choice to have him on the show. He’s a producer’s ideal talent due to his wealth of stories and unpredictable nature. He’s highly sought-after in the industry, making him a significant catch.

Producers often anticipate a sensational failure, yet unveiling an unexpected aspect of Mickey can be just as effective in gaining our interest.

In the most unfavorable situation, it might occur that he departs prematurely. Previously, during his appearance on The Masked Singer some time back, he chose to withdraw.

It is said that Mickey will join Big Brother with Chris Hughes from Love Island, Daley Thompson (an Olympian), Jack P Shepherd known for Coronation Street, Sir Michael Fabricant (a politician), and Danny Beard, the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, along with others.

TopMob has contacted ITV and Mickey’s representatives for comment. 

1986 marked the zenith of Mickey’s Hollywood journey as he secured the main male part in the sensual drama “9 1/2 Weeks,” sharing the screen with Kim Basinger.

Mickey gained significant recognition, making him highly demanded in Hollywood throughout the 1980s, taking on major parts in films such as Rumble Fish, Angel Heart, Francesco, and Johnny Handsome.

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In the 1980s, Mickey was a star in Hollywood, landing significant roles in movies like Rumble Fish, Angel Heart, Francesco, and Johnny Handsome, which brought him widespread acclaim.

However, his prominence diminished over time due to his occasional absences from both filmmaking and boxing, causing him to decline leading roles in films such as Rain Man, Platoon, and The Untouchables.

In the year 1991, at age 38, he embarked on a professional boxing career, competing primarily as a light heavyweight. He retired unbeaten in 1995.

Mickey, previously married to models Carré Otis and Debra Feuer, suffered severe facial injuries and required multiple operations for treatment.

He admitted to the Mail that while most of it was about fixing the damage from boxing on his face, he unfortunately chose the incorrect professional to restore his facial features.

At a certain time, the icon found himself shunned by Hollywood due to challenging collaborations, yet he expressed gratitude towards emerging filmmakers who played a crucial role in rejuvenating his acting career.

He shared with Fox News that the younger individuals are quite trendy. They aren’t influenced by rumors or past gossip. Instead, they evaluate me based on my performance skills, rather than my previous standing.

I have a complex feeling towards acting, it’s both appealing and challenging. At present, I find joy in what I do as I can pour all I’ve learned into it. My self-assurance is also growing.

Mickey had another opportunity to act when he landed a more significant role in Sin City in 2005; a part he revisited for the 2014 sequel alongside Jessica Alba.

2008 saw him taking on the role in “The Wrestler,” a film that portrays an aging wrestler grappling with finding a fresh identity beyond the ring, following his career’s downfall. Interestingly, this narrative bears significant similarities to Mickey’s personal journey.

Despite not winning an Oscar for the part, he admitted that he didn’t expect to receive the award due to his professional standing in Hollywood. He explained that he had effectively damaged his relationships there by making poor decisions.

He admitted that he foolishly expressed the belief that acting wasn’t a genuine profession for men. He intimidated production teams, vented anger towards directors, and even failed to remember his own agent’s name.

Previously, Mickey, who was on par with the likes of Robert De Niro and Al Pacino in terms of status, has openly shared stories about reaching the lowest points in his career prior to its revival.

In his interview with The Standard in 2012, he stated, ‘For approximately 15 to 16 years, I wasn’t just a bit misbehaved; I was absolutely terrible. I was beyond control, I was out of my senses.’

In order to hit rock bottom, I lost my home, my marriage, my wealth, my job, and everything else I had. A voice suggested I seek help, and though I hesitated, I eventually agreed since I had nothing left.

He admitted feeling remorseful about having to descend to such lows and giving up everything in his life, but he claimed that he’s now a different person altogether after enduring seven years of therapy – a process that accumulated a debt of £45,000 ($60,000).

In the midst of his peak popularity, he wouldn’t hesitate to buy six brand-new Cadillacs all at once using cash, a secret that left people unaware of just how financially strapped he actually was at that point in time.

In 2009, he confided to the Daily Mail that no one realized the extent of my financial struggles. Yet, I was shelling out $500 monthly for a small apartment that had a yard where my dogs could play.

Every month, a cherished companion would generously slide over some two hundred bucks for me to sustain myself. In moments of vulnerability, I’d find myself on the phone with my former spouse, tears streaming down, feeling like a helpless infant.

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2025-04-07 11:34

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