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Celebrity Big Brother bosses were warned Mickey Rourke 'was a liability' before signing him for the show, The Celeb Report can exclusively reveal. The US actor, who is being paid six figures to appear on CBB, had numerous failed attempts to land similar gigs on UK shows going back 10 years.
Known as a Loose Cannon
Insiders have described 72-year-old Mickey as "a loose cannon with no filter" and said CBB bosses would have been warned this when signing him. Sources reveal that many in the TV industry had meetings with Mickey over the past decade, but each time it was decided he was too much of a liability for UK reality shows.
Controversy in the House
Mickey, known for his roles in 80s movies, has already received a formal warning from Big Brother for making a 'homophobic slur' towards housemate JoJo Siwa. The incident left JoJo in tears, and Mickey was cautioned about his language and behavior.
Further Incidents and Reprimands
In addition to the homophobic slur, Mickey has faced backlash for weight-shaming another housemate and tampering with cameras. Viewers have expressed concerns over his behavior, with some calling for his removal from the show.
Tonight's episode will see Mickey clashing with Big Brother over the rules surrounding nominations, adding to the ongoing controversy surrounding his time in the Celebrity Big Brother house.
