Mickey Rourke and Chris Hughes. Credit score: Instagram @bbuk
Mickey Rourke has been faraway from Superstar Large Brother following what ITV known as “cases of unacceptable behaviour” and “inappropriate language.”
The 72-year-old 9 ½ weeks star had a heated change with former Love Island contestant Chris Hughes throughout a job. Whereas no bodily altercation came about, Rourke’s behaviour was described as “threatening and aggressive.”
Rourke’s repeated warnings over offensive language
Earlier within the week, Rourke had acquired a proper warning from producers after making homophobic remarks in direction of fellow housemate JoJo Siwa, a 21-year-old American singer and LGBTQ+ icon.
Rourke requested Siwa if she “likes ladies or boys,” and after she replied she was in a relationship with a non-binary accomplice, he stated: “If I keep longer than 4 days, you gained’t be homosexual anymore.” Siwa firmly responded: “I can assure I’ll nonetheless be homosexual, and I’ll nonetheless be in a really completely happy relationship.” Later, Rourke apologised.
Additional controversy erupted when Rourke stated he wanted “a fag” and gestured towards Siwa earlier than including, “I’m not speaking to you.” Hughes intervened, saying: “You possibly can’t say that,” in keeping with The Guardian. He was later seen comforting Siwa following the interplay.
ITV launched an announcement confirming Rourke’s departure on Saturday, April 12. A spokesperson for the programme additionally instructed The Unbiased: “All Housemates obtain Respect and Inclusion coaching and an intensive briefing from the Large Brother Senior group to organize them for residing within the Home and to set out Large Brother’s expectation for applicable behaviour and language. Housemates are monitored 24 hours a day and cases of inappropriate behaviour are handled appropriately and well timed.”
Simply two days in the past, Rourke made headlines for his ‘grim kitchen habit.’ What did you consider Mickey Rourke as a Superstar Large Brother contestant? Tell us within the feedback beneath.
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