Mickey Rourke Gets Celebrity Big Brother Warning for JoJo Siwa Comments

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Mickey Rourke Receives Warning on “Celebrity Big Brother” After Alleged Homophobic Comments

Mickey Rourke has found himself in hot water on ITV’s “Celebrity Big Brother” after an altercation with fellow contestant JoJo Siwa. The incident occurred during Wednesday night’s episode, leading to a formal warning for Rourke from the show’s producers.

The dispute began when Rourke, 72, questioned Siwa, 21, about her romantic interests, asking if she was attracted to boys or girls. Siwa responded by stating that she is interested in girls and is in a relationship with a nonbinary individual. Rourke then made a controversial comment, saying, “If I stay longer than four days, you won’t be gay anymore.” Siwa stood her ground, affirming that her sexual orientation is not up for debate.

Things escalated further when Rourke allegedly made a comment about voting Siwa, who identifies as a lesbian, out of the house. He also reportedly made a crude remark about needing a cigarette, but clarified that he was not addressing Siwa directly.

Following these exchanges, Rourke was called into the diary room by Big Brother, where he was reprimanded for his language. The show’s producers deemed his comments offensive and unacceptable, warning him that further misconduct could result in his removal from the house.

In response, Rourke apologized, claiming that his remarks were made in jest and not meant to cause harm. He expressed regret for any offense caused and extended a personal apology to Siwa, insisting that his comments were not intended to be hurtful.

The incident has sparked controversy and prompted ITV to issue a statement emphasizing their commitment to respect and inclusivity within the “Celebrity Big Brother” house. All contestants undergo training on appropriate behavior and language expectations before entering the house, with monitoring in place to address any instances of misconduct swiftly.

The full episode featuring the confrontation between Rourke and Siwa will air on ITV on Wednesday night at 9 p.m. UK time. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.