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Mickey Rourke’s Celebrity Big Brother Exit and Facial Transformation Sparks Discussion
Just days after the revival of ITV’s popular program Celebrity Big Brother, participant Mickey Rourke departed the show, reportedly receiving £500,000 for his brief stay. The 72-year-old Hollywood icon’s exit from the reality series followed a heated verbal exchange and accusations of inappropriate behavior, drawing significant attention. However, beyond the controversies surrounding his conduct on Celebrity Big Brother, observers have also noted Mickey Rourke’s evolving facial appearance, leading to speculation about potential cosmetic procedures.
Controversial Conduct and Early Departure
The acclaimed actor was reportedly removed from the Big Brother house following an expletive-laden tirade after an argument with Chris Hughes from Love Island, and for allegedly causing distress to Ella Rae Wise with inappropriate sexual remarks.
Prior to his exit, viewers also voiced strong disapproval of what they deemed as offensive homophobic statements directed towards fellow housemate JoJo Siwa, the former Dance Moms personality, urging consequences for the actor’s actions.
Public Scrutiny of Rourke’s Changing Face
Beyond his actions, Rourke’s physical appearance has become a talking point. Social media users have expressed surprise at his altered looks.
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‘Mickey Rourke’s face has drastically changed. I wouldn’t have recognized him,’ commented one user on X.
‘He is a talented actor. It’s unfortunate what cosmetic surgery has done to his formerly handsome features,’ another user posted.
Another online comment humorously stated, ‘Respectfully, Mickey Rourke’s current appearance resembles a melted candle.’
Plastic Surgery Experts Weigh In on Mickey Rourke’s Transformation
Now, cosmetic surgery professionals are offering their insights, suggesting that Rourke’s face exhibits signs of multiple procedures.
Dr. Christopher Balinger, a plastic surgeon based in Houston, observed, ‘It’s evident he has undergone extensive surgery.’
‘His nose has a completely different shape, although I understand he has experienced facial trauma from his boxing career.’
‘He has undoubtedly had a facelift; his cheekbones seem sunken, and his jawline is significantly altered. Lip augmentation, potentially fillers or implants, is also apparent.’
‘His lips have an unnatural appearance. Furthermore, the effects of these procedures seem to have diminished over time.’
Lip implants, unlike temporary fillers, offer a permanent increase in lip volume through a surgical procedure involving small incisions and the insertion of materials like silicone.
Dr. Omar Tillo, a plastic surgeon from Harley Street and medical director at the Creo Clinic, echoed similar views to MailOnline, stating, ‘It’s clear that cosmetic enhancements have significantly contributed to Mickey’s dramatic transformation.’
Facelifts, Eyelid Surgery, and Fillers: Expert Analysis
Dr. Tillo further elaborated, ‘Over the years, he likely underwent facelifts to address skin laxity and eyelid surgery to rejuvenate the eye area.’
‘The fullness in his cheeks and lips suggests the use of dermal fillers or implants, and Botox has probably been employed to reduce wrinkles.’
‘Rourke may also have received a hair transplant, as his hairline appears denser than in the past.’
Brow Lift Concerns and Overall Facial Harmony
Last year, Dr. Gary Linkov, a prominent US plastic surgeon in New York, also commented on the ‘major change’ in Rourke’s facial features compared to earlier photos.
In a widely viewed YouTube video, Dr. Linkov noted, ‘The upper portion of his face is particularly striking. It appears excessively lifted.’
‘This could be a result of the specific type of brow lift he received. Modern surgeons typically prefer lateral brow lifts.’
‘However, traditional brow lifts involved lifting the entire brow complex through larger incisions,’ he explained.
‘Lifting the entire brow can create an unnatural look. Examining photos of him in his 30s, his eyebrows were never positioned too high.’
‘This has resulted in an artificial aesthetic.’
Gender Considerations in Plastic Surgery
Dr. Anthony Youn, a plastic surgeon based in Detroit, added, ‘It’s important to remember that the majority of plastic surgery patients are women, so many techniques are developed with the female face in mind, not the male face.’
‘Therefore, if a man undergoes these procedures seeking enhancements, there’s a risk they may inadvertently achieve a more feminine appearance.’
Rourke’s Past Admissions of Corrective Procedures
Mickey Rourke has previously acknowledged undergoing cosmetic surgery to repair facial injuries sustained during his boxing career.
In a 2009 interview, Rourke stated, ‘Most of the procedures were to repair the damage to my face from boxing, but unfortunately, I chose the wrong person to reconstruct my face.’
‘I broke my nose twice. I had five operations on my nose and one on a fractured cheekbone.’
He further detailed, ‘Cartilage from my ear was used to rebuild my nose, and I had several procedures to remove scar tissue that wasn’t healing properly.’
Ex-Wife’s Perspective on Insecurity and Cosmetic Surgery
In the same year, his former wife, Debra Feuer, suggested in an interview with the Mirror that Rourke’s pursuit of cosmetic procedures stemmed from deep-seated insecurities.
‘His focus on plastic surgery intensified after he met his second wife, Carre Otis,’ Feuer, who was married to Rourke from 1981 to 1989, disclosed.
‘That’s when the cosmetic procedures truly began. He will probably be upset with me for sharing this, but he wanted a role in a particular film so desperately that he opted for cheek implants.’
‘He claimed the swelling was due to molar extractions. But I knew that wasn’t the case—he didn’t have any molars remaining.’
Cheek Implants and Other Procedures Highlighted by Surgeon
In a TikTok video, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Barrett also speculated, ‘The surgeon likely used cheek implants to create his current look.’
‘His cheeks exhibit noticeable swelling, potentially due to poorly positioned implants.’
‘I observe indications of surgery on the nasal bridge and reconstruction, cheekbones, and hairline irregularities.’
Rourke Publicly Acknowledges Nose Job
In 2017, Rourke himself confirmed on Instagram that he had undergone rhinoplasty.
Sharing a photo of himself in a hospital bed with bandages, he wrote, ‘Moments after nose surgery with Dr. Dhir.’
‘Now I am “pretty again”. I am disoriented and unaware the operation is even over.’
Rhinoplasty Explained
Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a surgical procedure to reshape the nose. It can be performed through incisions inside the nostrils (closed rhinoplasty) or with a small external incision.
Surgeons can also reduce the width of the nose and achieve a more slender appearance by fracturing and repositioning the nasal bones.