Title: The Final Act Leading to Mickey Rourke’s Removal from Celebrity Big Brother

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Mickey Rourke Removed from Celebrity Big Brother Over Controversial Behavior

[Image: Mickey Rourke entering the Celebrity Big Brother house, caption: Mickey Rourke’s stint on Celebrity Big Brother ended abruptly after multiple incidents of inappropriate behavior.]

Mickey Rourke, 72, was removed from Celebrity Big Brother on Saturday following allegations of “threatening and aggressive behavior” toward fellow contestant Chris Hughes. The actor’s exit came after a series of controversies, including homophobic remarks and offensive comments directed at housemates.

Controversial Start
Rourke sparked concern early on, making inappropriate remarks to host AJ Odudu during his entrance. Tensions escalated when he targeted JoJo Siwa, 21, with homophobic slurs, including referring to her as a “f*g” and stating he’d “vote the lesbian out real quick.” The comments left Siwa visibly upset, prompting co-star Chris Hughes to intervene.

[Image: JoJo Siwa in tears, caption: JoJo Siwa received support from fans after confronting Rourke’s homophobic remarks.]

Final Straw
Rourke’s removal followed an altercation during an unaired task involving Hughes, 32. While no physical fight occurred, producers deemed his conduct unacceptable. A show spokesperson stated Rourke “agreed to leave” after discussions about his language and behavior. Fans speculated about the incident after witnessing Danny Beard jokingly mimic Rourke’s aggression toward Hughes on a live feed.

Financial Fallout
Despite earning £500,000 for his brief appearance, Rourke faces losing nearly half to U.S. taxes. Past contestants, like Christopher Biggins (removed in 2016 for a Nazi “joke”), forfeited fees when expelled, but ITV has not confirmed if Rourke’s payment was affected.

Backlash and Fan Reactions
Viewers criticized Rourke’s behavior, labeling him “vile” and demanding his removal. Meanwhile, Siwa earned praise for her composure, with fans dubbing her “the people’s princess.” Social media buzzed with support: “Jojo handled that situation SO well,” one user wrote.

[Image: Patsy Palmer upset, caption: Patsy Palmer broke down after Rourke criticized her cooking.]

Clashes with Housemates
Rourke also clashed with EastEnders star Patsy Palmer, 52, mocking her cooking skills and prompting her tearful diary room confession. TOWIE’s Ella Rae Wise, 24, received a harsh “reality check” when Rourke told her she’d become an “old bag,” though she responded gracefully.

Attempted Exit
Eagle-eyed fans noted Rourke’s apparent eagerness to leave, as he edged toward the door during Michael Fabricant’s eviction. Fabricant, the first housemate voted out, exited to mixed boos and cheers.

[Image: Chris Hughes in the house, caption: Chris Hughes comforted JoJo after Rourke’s remarks.]

Legacy of Drama
Rourke’s departure adds to Celebrity Big Brother’s history of contentious exits. His behavior, from lewd comments to confrontations, overshadowed the show’s dynamics, leaving audiences relieved yet curious about unaired footage.

Celebrity Big Brother airs nightly on ITV1, except Saturdays.

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