Philip Andre " Mickey " Rourke Jr. (/ rʊərk / ROORK; born September 16, 1952) [2] is an American actor and former professional boxer who has appeared primarily as a leading man in drama, action, and …

Rourke, who went by the name Andre Rourke for some of his bouts, trained at the famed 5th Street Gym in Miami Beach and joined the Police Athletic League boxing program.

Nov 4, 2025 · Discover how Mickey Rourke left the spotlight to chase boxing glory — a raw, emotional comeback that shocked Hollywood and redefined his legacy.

May 23, 1991 · For his portrayal of an aging wrestler in the sports drama film The Wrestler (2008), Rourke won the Golden Globe Award and BAFTA Award for Best Actor, and received a nomination …

5 days ago · From boxing injuries to arrests and DUI charges, Mickey Rourke's tumultuous career continues with recent eviction troubles and ongoing reality TV drama.

Apr 10, 2025 · Mickey began boxing at a young age as a way of escaping his turbulent home life. By the age of 12 he had won his first boxing match however in the 1970s he decided to concentrate on his...

In the early 1990s, Rourke took a surprising turn by returning to boxing. He competed professionally under the ring name “Mike” and achieved a respectable record of 6 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws.

From teenage boxing prodigy to 1980s sex symbol, from professional fighter to Oscar-nominated comeback king, Rourke’s journey reads like a Hollywood script itself.

In a surprising turn of events that would become one of the most defining chapters of his life, Mickey Rourke temporarily stepped away from his burgeoning acting career to return to his first love: …

6 days ago · Mickey Rourke’s struggles over the years, explored Mickey Rourke achieved great success as an actor during his initial years in Hollywood, with films such as Angel Heart, Rumble Fish, and …