Mickey Rourke's Comments on JoJo Siwa
Mickey Rourke, 72, faced backlash for using homophobic language towards popstar JoJo Siwa, but his friend Kimberly Hines insists he's not a "creepy old perv" but rather from a different generation.
Defending Mickey Rourke
Kimberly Hines explained, "Mickey was a star from the 80s and 90s, and it’s now 2025 and there’s a politically correct vocabulary and a way people need to be. He's old school and not trying to offend."
Reality Show Drama
Despite the controversy, Kimberly believes the drama caused by Mickey Rourke on a reality show is what both the show and JoJo Siwa wanted. Mickey will face eviction in tomorrow's public vote.
In Defense of Mickey Rourke
Kimberly emphasized, "Love him or hate him, Mickey Rourke is a cinematic icon. It's important to honor the lasting impact he's made on cinema, rather than judge him solely for his human flaws."
Reaction from JoJo Siwa's Girlfriend
JoJo's girlfriend Kath Ebbs called Mickey's comments "beyond disgusting" and expressed concern about being alone in a room with him. JoJo and Kath went public with their romance in January.
