Overview
- Rourke posted a video saying he did not authorize the fundraiser, called it humiliating, urged fans to seek refunds, and said he will consult his lawyer.
- The GoFundMe was created by Liya-Joelle Jones with a $100,000 goal; reported totals ranged from about $50,000 to more than $100,000 as coverage unfolded.
- Rourke’s representative, Kimberly Hines, said an assistant launched the campaign to help, that no money has been disbursed, and that donations can be returned if he rejects them.
- Court and owner records describe a three‑day notice issued on December 18 and unpaid rent reported in the roughly $59,100–$70,000 range, following an increase to about $7,000 per month.
- Hines said the team moved Rourke to a hotel while options are reviewed, as reports identify landlord Eric Goldie seeking rent, interest, fees, and eviction through legal action.