Outrageous behavior sparks complaints
Mickey Rourke is causing a stir on Celebrity Big Brother, with TV watchdog Ofcom receiving a flurry of complaints about the actor's actions on the show's opening night. The majority of the 89 objections were related to Rourke's behavior towards host AJ Odudu.
Formal warning issued
In a recent episode, Big Brother had to issue a formal warning to Rourke after he made offensive comments towards fellow housemate JoJo Siwa, including a homophobic slur. The actor was told his language was unacceptable, and further incidents could lead to his removal from the show. Rourke later apologized for his remarks.
Mopping up airtime
Despite the controversy, Rourke, who is being paid a six-figure fee, continues to dominate screen time on the show. Other housemates like Jack P Shepherd, Donna Preston, and Daley Thompson are reportedly getting less airtime as a result. A TV source revealed that while some of Rourke's scenes are necessary for the show, mundane moments like pouring a glass of milk are also being broadcast to maximize his presence on screen.
