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ActorBirth Name :
Philip Andre Rourke Jr.Birth Date :
September 16, 1956Birth Place :
Schenectady, New York, USASpouse :
Debra Feuer (actress, 31-Jan-81 - 1989), Carre Otis (actress, 26-Jun-92 - Dec 1998)Claim to fame :
As Marv in "Sin City" (2005)
Mickey Rourke Under Spotlight on New 'Iron Man 2' Set Visit
September 30, 2009 09:09:17Entertainment Tonight (ET) has just brought forth another set visit video for "Iron Man 2". Focusing mainly on Mickey Rourke and his villainous character, Whiplash, the two minutes plus footage from the set of the highly anticipated "Iron Man" sequel features commentary from director Jon Favreau and fellow cast members, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Don Cheadle.
"Once we thought of him, we started developing the costume and the design of the character around him," Favreau told ET's Thea Andrews on the casting of Rourke. "His career got very busy as he was doing all the award season stuff and it took some time to make everything work out, but he was enthusiastic from our first meeting. And, I was so glad that it worked out. Now he's a very formidable adversary to Robert Downey Jr."
First Look at Mickey Rourke in 'The Expendables'
July 29, 2009 10:07:23Mickey Rourke will make an appearance in "The Expendables", and how he portrays his arms dealer and part-time tattooist character in the forthcoming action adventure has been shared for the first time through a brand new still. Empire Online has got a hold of the picture, exposing Rourke's Tool inking the skull and raven tattoo on the back of Sylvester Stallone's Barney Ross.
Beside this photo from Empire, several other stills from the film have been found via Ethelmae's Blog.
Each of the photos features an individual character from the film in action. One sees Jason Statham's Lee Christmas looking out of what seems to be a chopper's window, another one captures Jet Li's Bao lifting up his gun inside a car, and the last one displays Eric Roberts' Monroe taking a girl as a hostage.
First Look: Mickey Rourke as Whiplash in 'Iron Man 2'
June 10, 2009 09:06:27The first ever image of Mickey Rourke as Iron Man's foe in "Iron Man 2" has arrived. Put out by USA Today, the photo showcases Whiplash wearing his armor suit which is equipped with a power pack on his chest that looks similar to the one that Iron Man uses. In the picture, the villain whose alter ego is known as Ivan Vanko is making an appearance at the Monaco Historic Grand Prix.
Accompanying the new photo, USA Today has included an interview with director Jon Favreau about the baddie's suit. Of the similarities between Whiplash's suit with Iron Man's, the filmmaker said, "The technologies are definitely related. That's part of the core theme of the film." He also mentioned that Whiplash "has constructed his own version of a suit", adding a pair of whips to the suit.
More About Mickey Rourke's Whiplash in 'Iron Man 2'
June 08, 2009 10:06:39While little is known of Whiplash, Mickey Rourke has once again opened up about his villainous character in "Iron Man 2". Following his discussion about the Russian baddie's suit, the Oscar-nominated actor took it to The Guardian to unveil more of what he has done to portray the Tony Stark's nemesis.
"I decided to do half my role in Russian and that's hard because the Russian language doesn't roll off the English-speaking tongue very easily," the 55-year-old gushed. "I spent three hours a day with a teacher, and after two weeks I know four sentences! Let me see, it's sort of like... 'Yezzamee menya... Yezzamee manya obott... Er, nemaboootty menya...'"
Mickey Rourke Discusses Whiplash Armor in 'Iron Man 2'
May 29, 2009 11:05:58Providing more information about the upcoming "Iron Man 2", Mickey Rourke spilled the bean on his Whiplash character with hints on how the villain's armor will look like. In an interview with Empire Online, the Academy Award-nominated actor firstly gushed on his thought on joining the superhero franchise, saying "I'm having the time of my life!"
As for the challenges of portraying the villainous character, the star of "The Wrestler" shared, "It's been really brutal, because my Iron Man suit weighs 23lb." Getting deeper in the armor discussion, he detailed, "It's sort of a half-suit, with half my skin showing, with lots of Russian tattoos, because [Whiplash is just] out of a Russian-zone prison."
Mickey Rourke Stars in 'Mona Lisa'
May 15, 2009 04:05:57Making quite a comeback with "The Wrestler", Mickey Rourke is quick to move on by signing onto several upcoming movies, one of which is "Mona Lisa". For the remake to the Neil Jordan's 1980s British gangster movie, the boxer-trained actor has recently been tapped to play the character once made famous by Bob Hopkins.
In the movie, Rourke will be portraying George, an ex-con who takes a job as a chauffeur for a high-class escort. There is big chance that this 56-year-old actor will be sharing screen with former Bond girl Eva Green since the "Casino Royale" actress is reported to be in talks to star as the girl Rourke's character will be escorting.
'The Informers' Goes to L.A. for Premiere
April 17, 2009 04:04:35Senator Entertainment's drama thriller "The Informers" has got a red carpet treatment on Thursday, April 16 for its Los Angeles premiere. Taking place at ArcLight Theater, the special screening event was attended by two of its prominent stars, Academy Award-nominated actor Mickey Rourke and award-winning actress Kim Basinger.
In addition to both of them, cast members, Austin Nichols, Jon Foster, Jessica Stroup, Lou Taylor Pucci and Rhys Ifans, as well as director Gregor Jordan were also present for the special occasion. Meanwhile, the celebrity guests spotted on the evening included "Step Up 2 the Streets" beauty Briana Evigan, music composer Christopher Young, TV personality Katie Price and Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat.
Jon Favreau Talks Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson's 'Iron Man 2' Casting
March 19, 2009 04:03:48Exposing previously that the rehearsals for "Iron Man 2" have been kicked off, director Jon Favreau confirmed the casting of Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson on the Los Angeles premiere of "I Love You, Man" on Tuesday, March 17. To Entertainment Tonight, the filmmaker/actor said, "Our main cast is all lined up, everbody's deals are signed."
Specifically discussing about Rourke, the "Wimbledon" actor shared, "Well, I hear Mickey's been in Russia doing research for a role. I can confirm that." Though remaining coy about which part Rourke will be playing, he gushed, "We haven't made any official announcements yet. But I will say there is a Russian villain in our film."
Mickey Rourke Finally In for 'Iron Man 2'
March 12, 2009 09:03:47Mickey Rourke is moving on from being a washed-up professional wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson in "The Wrestler" to portraying a super villain in "Iron Man 2". After months of speculations on his possible involvement in the sequel project, Nikki Finke of Deadline Hollywood Daily came up with a story that the Oscar-nominated actor has signed a deal to star in the movie.
56-year-old Rourke reportedly will take on the Russian villain character for the "Iron Man" sequel. For the role, Finke broke out that the actor's agent David Unger has managed to get Rourke a significant boost on his salary deal after he was said out from the project due to the initial lowball salary, the $250,000 offered by Marvel Entertainment earlier.
Mickey Rourke Is a Potential 'Rambo V' Villain
March 07, 2009 10:03:44Villain roles keep pouring in for Mickey Rourke following his brilliant performance in "The Wrestler" with the speculation that he has been offered a baddie role in "Rambo V: The Savage Hunt". The report of the 56-year-old being linked to the part came after he was rumored to portray either Crimson Dynamo or Whiplash in "Iron Man 2".
Of it, The Sun reported that the Marv of "Sin City" have met up with "Rambo" star Sylvester Stallone at the Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles for the part. "It was weird seeing two movie tough guys sipping tea on the veranda," a source told the trade. "They chatted about the Oscars then Sly begged Mickey to sign for Rambo V. Mickey said he was up for it."
No 'Iron Man 2' Just Yet for Mickey Rourke
February 19, 2009 10:02:21Mickey Rourke appears to be passing on the opportunity to star in "Iron Man 2". In an article about who the actor will bring to the 81st Annual Academy Awards as his date, New York Magazine unraveled that contrary to previous rumors, the front runner for the awards' Best Actor title won't be taking any villainous role in the "Iron Man" sequel.
Quoting the star of "The Wrestler" on his possible involvement in the superhero movie, the mag wrote that Rourke said simply, "Right now, we're not doing Iron Man 2." The 56-year-old's statement put off speculations that he is up for the role of either Whiplash or Crimson Dynamo, both are the Iron Man's foes he has been linked to previously.
Mickey Rourke Would Rather Hook Up With Gorilla Than Courtney Love
February 14, 2009 09:02:45Contrary to rumors on the street, Mickey Rourke has confirmed he's not dating Courtney Love, telling reporters who asked him on that matter that he would "rather be on a deserted island with a gorilla!" than with the female rocker. Rourke was photographed and videotaped on the streets of London on Thursday, February 12 when he made the statement, the footage of which is featured on TMZ.
Rumors of Mickey Rourke and Courtney Love dating were first brought to public's notice by Britain's The Mirror. In a report on Wednesday, February 11, the site claimed Rourke and Love have been secretly dating for three weeks after the actor sent her text messages during the Golden Globes on January 11, asking her to go on a date with him.
Mickey Rourke and Courtney Love Rumored to Be Dating
February 12, 2009 12:02:11Internet reports have been abuzz that Mickey Rourke and Courtney Love are an item after The Mirror broke a report Wednesday, February 11, claiming the twosome has been secretly dating for three weeks. "Courtney has quite a crush on Mickey and finds him utterly compelling," an insider testified.
Mickey and Courtney were claimed to have "met up in secret and had an awesome evening" after he sent her text messages during the Golden Globes on January 11, asking her to go on a date with him. Greater than that, the insider believed, "Let's just say they didn't stop at holding hands and a chaste peck on the cheek."
Winners List of 2009 BAFTA Awards
February 09, 2009 09:02:36Having become one of the awards' season favorites, "Slumdog Millionaire" once again showed its domination at the 2009 Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA). On Sunday, February 8, at a gala ceremony held in London, the drama movie about a poor Indian orphan who gets a shot at winning millions in a television game has collected seven trophies, including Best Film.
For the Best Film title, "Slumdog" bested over "Frost/Nixon", "Milk", "The Reader" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". It has also scored Best Director for Danny Boyle, Best Music for A.R. Rahman, Best Cinematography for Anthony Dod Mantle, Best Editing for Chris Dickens and Best Sound.
Winners of 29th London Film Critics' Circle Awards Announced
February 05, 2009 01:02:08London Film Critics' Circle have finally unveiled the winners of their 29th annual film awards on Wednesday, February 4. At the ceremony held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Darren Aronofsky's "The Wrestler" has been hailed as Film of the Year and got Mickey Rourke an Actor of the Year title, while Danny Boyle's "Slumdog Millionaire" showed its domination, collecting three out of six prizes it was up for.
"Slumdog Millionaire", the drama movie about a poor Indian boy who gets a shot at winning millions in a television game, show won the Attenborough Film of the Year title and Screenwriter of the Year prize for Simon Beaufoy. While losing the Director of the Year kudo to David Fincher of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button", the film managed to grab the British Director of the Year award for its helmer Danny Boyle.
Mickey Rourke's Casting Speculation in 'Iron Man 2' a Bit Premature
February 04, 2009 09:02:01Contrary to the circulating rumors, Mickey Rourke is not in talks for the villainous role of Crimson Dynamo in "Iron Man 2". Revealing the matter was "Iron Man" star Robert Downey Jr. in a recent interview with MTV News on the set of "Sherlock Holmes". "That's actually incorrect," claimed the 43-year-old when asked about the casting speculations.
Questioned further whether Rourke is up for the role of Whiplash instead of Crimson Dynamo, the actor who recently received an Academy Award-nomination for his performance in "Tropic Thunder" stated, "I can neither confirm nor deny that." Still, he added, "Or maybe it's some semblance of both. Here, I can tell you everything about the story except I won't give away the ending. The nerd stuff is top-drawer security."
Evan Rachel Wood Feels 'Disrespected' by Rumors of Her Dating Mickey Rourke
January 30, 2009 09:01:18Rumors claiming Evan Rachel Wood dates her co-star in "The Wrestler", Mickey Rourke, are not true and the actress says she feels "disrespected" by the press which spread the false reports and also by Rourke himself. "Just because I'm single doesn't mean that you can take advantage of me. It's unfair that the performances might suffer because of all of these distractions," so she tells Rolling Stone.
And contrary to the mounting Internet reports which mention the two actors were spotted kissing during a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards after party on Sunday, January 25, Wood insists, she is not "attracted to" Rourke because "he's too old" for her. "Nothing ever happened and nothing ever will," she adds.
Evan Rachel Wood and Mickey Rourke Caught Kissing at SAG After Party
January 28, 2009 09:01:08"The Wrestler" co-stars, Evan Rachel Wood and Mickey Rourke, have added fuel to the rumors of them dating after they reportedly were seen locking lips at a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards after party in Los Angeles on Sunday, January 25. Besides, it was also claimed that they looked quite cozy during the event.
Wood and Rourke, according to Fox News, attended Grey Goose's official SAG after party at the Shrine on Sunday evening and were then spotted leaving the bash together. They next went to the later after party at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Complete Nominees List of the 81st Academy Awards
January 23, 2009 09:01:39On Thursday morning, January 22, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have unveiled to the world their selection of nominees for the 81st Annual Academy Awards. Announced by Academy president Sid Ganis and Academy Award-winner Forest Whitaker at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, the nominations were dominated by "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button".
Having been shunned away from any kudos at the 66th Golden Globe Awards, the David Fincher's drama has picked up 13 nods, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Supporting Actress for Taraji P. Henson and Best Leading Actor for Brad Pitt. The movie about a man born in his eighties has landed a Best Original Score nomination for composer Alexandre Desplat, and received seven gongs for technical categories as well.
Mickey Rourke Gets Lowball Offer for Main Villain Role in 'Iron Man 2'
January 22, 2009 02:01:14Being a Best Dramatic Actor recipient at the 66th Golden Globe Awards seems not to help Mickey Rourke much when it comes to his salary. In an article discussing on how studios are tightening their belts for movies, Variety noted that the actor who makes his comeback with starring role in "The Wrestler" is offered a low salary for acting in "Iron Man 2".
Reportedly, the opening offer gave out by Marvel begins with a quarter of a million dollar for his potential role as main villain, Crimson Dynamo. "Then there is comeback kid Mickey Rourke, who is poised to follow his Golden Globe-winning performance in "The Wrestler" with an offer to play the main villain in '"Iron Man 2' - but at a lowball opening offer of $250,000 from Marvel," a portion of the article read.
Winners of 2009 Online Film Critics Society Awards
January 20, 2009 12:01:45Online Film Critics Society have announced the winners of 2009 Online Film Critics Society Awards on Monday, January 19. Among those lucky enough to bring home the kudos were Warner Bros.' superhero movie "The Dark Knight", Magnet Releasing's horror drama "Let the Right One In (2008)" and Disney/Pixar animation "Wall-E".
Both "The Dark Knight" and "Let the Right One In" collected four prizes each, while "Wall-E" nabbed three. "Dark Knight" won Best Director for Christopher Nolan, Best Supporting Actor for Heath Ledger, Best Cinematography for Wally Pfister, and Best Original Score for James Newton Howard and Hans Zimmer.
BAFTA Awards Unveil 2009 Nominees
January 15, 2009 04:01:07Nominees of the 2009 Orange British Academy Film Awards a.k.a. BAFTA Awards have been announced on Thursday, January 15. Through the announcement, it has been revealed that "Slumdog Millionaire" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" have dominated the awards as they each collected eleven counts, including nomination for Best Film.
Beside Best Film, "Slumdog" was also up for Outstanding British Film, Best Director, Leading Actor for Dev Patel and Supporting Actress for Freida Pinto amongst other categories. Meanwhile, the nominations for "Benjamin Button" included Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Actor for Brad Pitt.
Mickey Rourke and His Beloved Chihuahua Featured on PETA's Ad
January 14, 2009 09:01:49Boxer and Golden Globe-winning actor Mickey Rourke, widely recognized for his starring role in "The Wrestler," displays his soft side as he's been featured in a new ad campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) with his beloved Chihuahua, named Jaws. Doing the ad, the star helps the organization's effort to spread the words on the importance of spaying and neutering pets.
"Have the cojones to fix your dog," so read the caption that accompanies Mickey's PETA ad. "When dogs get knocked up, puppies get put down because there aren't enough homes for them."
Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell in Talks for 'Iron Man 2' Villain Roles
January 08, 2009 12:01:18Two actors have been linked to the villain roles in "Iron Man 2". Latest reports for the sequel to the hit superhero movie "Iron Man" have pointed out that Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell are both in negotiation to star opposite Robert Downey Jr. as his heroic character's latest opponents.
On what character Rourke is eyeing, Variety claimed that the star of "The Wrestler" may end up to portray Crimson Dynamo, a heavily tattooed Russian arms dealer who is considered to be an evil version of Iron Man. Rockwell, in the meantime, is reported by The Hollywood Reporter to play multi-billionaire businessman Justin Hammer, who happens to be Tony Stark's rival.
'Slumdog Millionaire' and 'Wall-E' Share 2008 Boston Society of Film Critics Awards' Top Price
December 15, 2008 01:12:55Winners of the 2008 Boston Society of Film Critics Awards have been named. At the organization's annual meeting on Sunday, December 14, "Slumdog Millionaire" and "Wall-E" have been hailed BSFC Awards' best picture. In tie for the best picture prize, both "Slumdog" and "Wall-E" collected one other prize, "Slumdog" received Best Film Editing kudo, whereas "Wall-E" was dubbed Best Animated Film.
Apart from those two movies, "Milk" has dominated the awards recipients' list with three awards. Bringing home Best Director recognition for its director Gus Van Sant, the biopic movie about Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man to be voted into public office in America, has nailed the Best Screenplay kudo and its leading actor Sean Penn was in tie with Mickey Rourke of "The Wrestler".
Mickey Rourke Engaged to Model Girlfriend Christine Myers?!
May 14, 2007 12:05:13
Rumors are swirling that Mickey Rourke has engaged to model girlfriend Christine Myers.
If only the New York Daily News is to be believed the in love couple was spotted gushing about their plans to wed at New York City eatery Nello's recently.
Batman Begins Named the Favourite Movie of 2005
November 02, 2005 09:11:42Time goes by but still fans like 'Batman' the most. Apparently, nearly 15,000 film fans voted the action flick, tentatively titled "Batman Begins," as the Favorite Movie of 2005. Securing the top spot of the poll held by Total Film magazine, 'Batman' beats the like of "Sin City" and "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith." The magazine's deputy editor claims 'Batman' as "a smart but funny reinvention" and "excellently directed."
Other award went to actor Mickey Rourke who was voted Man of the Year for his portrayal in cult movie "Sin City." In the meantime, Ian McDiarmid, who played Supreme Chancellor Palpatine in 'Revenge of the Sith,' has been named Best Movie Villain. "War of the Worlds" star Dakota Fanning was named Best Child Actor.
