Celebrity Big Brother Controversy: Mickey Rourke's Departure Sparks Outrage

Viewers Upset Over Mickey Rourke's Behavior

Celebrity Big Brother fans are expressing anger over the fact that Mickey Rourke was not removed from the house before his confrontation with Chris Hughes. The Hollywood star ultimately left the show after displaying "threatening and aggressive" behavior towards his housemates.

Mickey Rourke's Controversial Time in the House

During his six-day stint on the show, the 72-year-old actor had already upset JoJo Siwa and Patsy Palmer, in addition to receiving a formal warning for using a homophobic slur. Viewers took to social media to criticize the decision to keep Rourke in the house despite his behavior.

Departure Announcement and Reactions

Announcing Rourke's departure, a spokesperson for Celebrity Big Brother cited "inappropriate language and instances of unacceptable behavior." While his disagreement with Chris led to his exit, there was no physical altercation. Despite being the highest-paid housemate of the series, it remains uncertain if Rourke will still receive his £500,000 fee.

Chris Hughes Stands Up Against Homophobic Comments

Love Island star Chris Hughes defended JoJo Siwa against Rourke's homophobic comments and offered her comfort. Rourke also made Patsy Palmer emotional in the diary room with remarks about her cooking before ultimately leaving the show after upsetting JoJo Siwa.