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Bella Thorne Accuses Mickey Rourke of On-Set Abuse

Bella Thorne Accuses Mickey Rourke of On-Set Abuse
Published 5 days ago on Apr 11, 2025

Bella Thorne Accuses Mickey Rourke of On-Set Abuse Amid Ongoing Controversy.

Actress Bella Thorne has publicly accused veteran actor Mickey Rourke of abusive behavior during the filming of their 2020 thriller Girl. Thorne, 27, took to social media to describe her experience working with Rourke, 72, as "one of the all-time worst experiences" of her acting career.​

Allegations of Physical and Emotional Abuse

In a series of posts, Thorne detailed a disturbing incident where Rourke allegedly struck her pelvic area multiple times with a metal grinder during a scene where he was supposed to target her knee. She claimed this led to bruises on her pelvic bone. Thorne also recounted instances where Rourke humiliated her on set, including revving an engine to cover her in dirt and making her enter his trailer alone to persuade him to complete his scenes.​

"Working with Mickey was one of the all-time worst experiences of my life working as an actress," Thorne stated.​

Context of the Film Girl

Girl is a revenge thriller where Thorne plays a young woman returning to her hometown to confront her abusive father, only to find him already dead. Rourke portrays the local sheriff. The film received mixed reviews, with Thorne's performance being praised, but the film itself holding a 55% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.​People.com+1Bloody Disgusting!+1Bloody Disgusting!

Rourke's Recent Controversies

Rourke is currently under scrutiny for his behavior on the UK reality show Celebrity Big Brother. He received a formal warning for making homophobic comments towards fellow contestant JoJo Siwa, including suggesting he could "turn her straight" and using a slur. Despite apologizing, the incident has sparked widespread criticism and calls for his removal from the show. ​The Sun+3Teen Vogue+3The Cut+3

Industry Response and Broader Implications

Thorne's allegations have reignited discussions about on-set safety and the treatment of actors, particularly women, in the film industry. Her willingness to speak out adds to the ongoing conversation about accountability and the need for respectful working environments in Hollywood.​

As of now, Rourke has not publicly responded to Thorne's allegations regarding their time on Girl. The production company behind the film has also not issued a statement.​

This situation underscores the importance of addressing misconduct in the entertainment industry and ensuring that all professionals can work in safe and respectful conditions.

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