Celebrity Big Brother Chaos: Mickey Rourke Sparks Outrage After Reducing Patsy Palmer to Tears — Viewers Demand His Exit

Celebrity Big Brother has once again sparked fierce viewer backlash after a heated moment involving Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke left British actress Patsy Palmer visibly emotional during Friday night’s episode.

The drama unfolded while the housemates were enjoying lunch prepared by 52-year-old Patsy. During the meal, Rourke, 72, made a blunt and dismissive remark that shocked the group.

“What do you know, you can’t cook,” he said sharply. Patsy, caught off guard, responded, “I can’t cook?” Rourke doubled down with, “No, not even a little bit.”

Although she tried to brush off the comment with a laugh, it was clear the insult had hurt her. Later, she retreated to the Diary Room to open up about her feelings.

“I’m sorry,” she began, before tearing up. “I tried to talk myself out of reacting but it didn’t work. I feel like I let myself down. I don’t want to be that person who reacts like that.”

She added, “I always tell my kids to stand up for themselves. Maybe he was joking, maybe I need to see it that way… but that doesn’t mean I have to like him.”

Fans quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to slam Rourke’s behavior. Comments included:

“Mickey picking on yet another woman—Patsy is an icon! He needs to go. #CBBUK”

“How dare Mickey Rourke make British treasure Patsy Palmer cry.”

“Mocking someone’s cooking, especially when you barely know them, is just mean.”

“He’s never even cooked in the house! Leave Patsy alone.”

“Enough is enough. This is bordering on bullying.”

Michael Fabricant Evicted as Viewers Question Vote

Meanwhile, former Conservative MP Michael Fabricant, 74, became the first celebrity evicted from the house. He was up for the public vote alongside Mickey Rourke and actor Jack P. Shepherd, 37.

Despite walking out with his teddy bear to a mixture of boos and cheers, many fans were stunned by the result. Some felt Rourke should have been the one sent packing, with viewers calling him “vile,” “homophobic,” and “misogynistic.”

Mickey Rourke Faces Further Criticism Over Homophobic Comments

This eviction came on the heels of another troubling incident involving Rourke, who left 21-year-old dancer JoJo Siwa in tears after a disturbing homophobic remark.

During a conversation in the garden, Rourke said he’d “vote the lesbian out real quick,” referring to JoJo. She immediately challenged him, saying, “That’s homophobic if that’s your reason.” Fellow housemate Chris Hughes also stepped in, telling Rourke, “You can’t do that, Mickey.”

Rourke, however, refused to back down, replying, “I need a f*g,” while gesturing toward JoJo.

Earlier, Rourke had made an even more revolting comment, suggesting he could “tie her up and convert her,” which left JoJo visibly shaken.

JoJo Siwa Applauded for Grace Under Pressure

Despite the offensive behavior, JoJo’s calm and composed response won over viewers and fellow housemates alike. Chesney Hawkes, 53, praised her for her poise, saying she reminded him of his own LGBTQ daughter.

“I was really proud of how she handled that,” Chesney said in the Diary Room.

Fans rallied behind JoJo online, calling her “the people’s princess” and applauding her patience.

“JoJo is mature, kind, and so composed. She’s winning hearts.”

“She had every right to snap but stayed classy. Total queen.”

“JoJo for the final two with Chris!”

“She’s my early winner—handled that whole situation like a pro.”

As the first week of Celebrity Big Brother wraps, the show is already deep in controversy, with viewers demanding accountability and questioning who should truly be evicted next.