Mickey Rourke Apologizes After Homophobic Comments to JoJo Siwa on 'Celebrity Big Brother UK'

The actor received a formal warning from producers for offensive remarks, with further misconduct risking his removal from the show.

Mickey Rourke made multiple homophobic remarks toward fellow contestant JoJo Siwa, including suggesting he could change her sexual orientation and using a slur under the guise of referring to a cigarette.
Celebrity Big Brother UK producers issued Rourke a formal warning, emphasizing that further inappropriate behavior could result in his removal from the show.
JoJo Siwa publicly criticized Rourke's comments as homophobic, affirming her sexual orientation and expressing frustration over such behavior still occurring.
Rourke apologized to both producers and Siwa, claiming he had no dishonorable intentions and attributing his remarks to 'talking smack' and a short temper.
The incident has sparked significant public backlash, with many calling for Rourke's removal, while ITV reiterated its commitment to monitoring housemates and addressing inappropriate behavior promptly.