Mickey Rourke criticises fundraiser set up to help him pay outstanding rent

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6 Jan 2026 • 11:05 PM MYT
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  • Mickey Rourke has publicly condemned a GoFundMe campaign set up to help him pay outstanding rent on his Los Angeles home, stating he did not approve it.
  • The Oscar-nominated actor, 73, faced eviction after failing to pay $59,100 in unpaid rent, leading to his manager, Kimberly Hines, launching the fundraiser.
  • Rourke expressed frustration and embarrassment over the charity, vowing to return all money donated by fans, asserting he would never ask strangers for financial help.
  • Hines clarified that Rourke may have misunderstood the nature of the fundraiser, explaining that the funds were intended for him and would be reimbursed if he declined them.
  • The actor has admitted to poor career management and previously borrowed a significant sum during the Covid-19 pandemic and actors' strike, highlighting his financial difficulties.

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