Mickey Rourke has recently ignited a wave of outrage during his appearance on the reality show *Celebrity Big Brother*. The 72-year-old actor has been embroiled in controversy due to a series of inappropriate comments directed at fellow contestant Donna Preston, as well as remarks deemed homophobic towards JoJo Siwa. This behavior has not only raised eyebrows among fans but has also led to widespread condemnation across social media platforms.

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In a particularly heated moment, Rourke made an offhand comment to Preston while she was addressing her skin concerns using an LED mask. He suggested that instead of using the mask, she ought to “run around the block for 10 minutes” to resolve her issues. This remark was further compounded when he added, “you are what you eat,” a statement interpreted by many viewers as a direct jab at her weight. The fallout from Rourke’s comments has triggered a tsunami of negative reactions from viewers, who have labeled his remarks as tasteless and disrespectful.

Rourke’s Insensitive Remarks to JoJo Siwa

The controversy deepened when Rourke turned his attention to JoJo Siwa, a 21-year-old singer and a prominent member of the LGBTQ+ community. During a segment of the show, Rourke made an inappropriate comment implying that he could change Siwa’s sexuality, stating, “If I stay longer than four days, you won’t be gay anymore.” This claim elicited anger among fans who found it not only homophobic but also fundamentally ignorant of the complexities of sexual orientation.