In case Mickey Rourke doesn’t win the Academy Award for Best Actor during the Oscar telecast, here is his “acceptance” speech after his role in “The Wrestler” won best actor. It’s a classic! Watch Video ›
Oscar contender and dog enthusiast Mickey Rourke lost his beloved 18-year-old Chihuahua mix, Loki, who died in his arms on Monday. “Sometimes, when a man is alone, all you got is your dog,” said Mickey Rourke after winning a Golden Globe. If the Best Actor nominee snags the Oscar come Sunday (as is widely predicted), expect a sobfest. Read More ›
“Witness the resurrection of Uncle Sam,” complete with Bruce Springsteen soundtrack and a stripping Lady Liberty. Read More ›
A real live WWE wrestler is mad at Mickey Rourke about something, and Mickey is really sorry. Apparently, this non-fight could cost Rourke his Oscar? I don’t understand Hollywood. Watch Video ›
As Mickey Rourke was accepting his Golden Globe for Best Actor he thanked director Darren Aronofsky — who proceeded (in jest) to flip of the actor and give NBC a hefty FCC fine. Watch Video ›
Awards season is upon us, which means a slew of angry actors, directors, and fans as the “good” movies are passed over for the Oscar-bait. The Dark Knight is currently tied with Revolutionary Road for Most Snubbed of 2008, but Oscar nominations are still to come. The Wrestler still has a chance. Read More ›
Welcome back, Mickey Rourke. Watch the trailer for his much-anticipated comeback flick, “The Wrestler” — the actor’s attempt at an Oscar. Mickey, you’re so fine with that long blond hair, jacked body, and stripper girlfriend. Coupled with Bruce Springsteen ballads in the background, this is definitely a hit in the making. Watch Video ›
A comeback film for Mickey Rourke and director Darren Aronofsky, The Wrestler is already generating lots of Oscar buzz. Personally, I just want to see if for the head stapling scene, but I’ve got issues that I can only work out via cinema. (The movie opens December 19th.) Read More ›
