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Name: Mickey Rourke
Birth Name: Philip Andre Rourke Jr. Nationality: American Birth place: Schenectady, New York, USA Birth date: 16 September 1953 Birth date mysteriously fluctuates between 1950 and 1956. Occupation: Actor, writer Education: Miami Beach High School, Miami, Florida Religion: Catholic Claime to fame: as Stanley White in "The Year of The Dragon" (1985) Family members: Father, an Irish caretaker Mother: Ann Rourke Younger brother: Joey Rourke Older sister: Patty Rourke Stepfather: Gene Addis (a policeman) Five stepbrothers Spouses: Debra Feuer, ex-wife · Carre Otis, model/actress "Wild Orchid" co-star (separated in 1993) Before he started acting: · worked in whorehouses and transvestite night clubs · laid linoleum on floors · moved furniture · trained attack dogs · had a chestnut stand · was an amateur boxer working out for several years Reared in the tough, Miami neighborhood of Liberty City. Studied with Sandra Seacat at Lee Strasberg''s Actor''s Studio. This is the same studio in which James Dean and Marlon Brando studied, and is famous for it''s "method acting" techniques. Favorite actors are Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson, and Steve McQueen. Friends with actor Sylvester Stallone, the late gangsta'' rapper/actor Tupac Shakur, and mafioso capo John Gotti. Mickey attended Gotti''s murder trial. His step-father was abusive. Writes under the name "Sir Eddie Cook," which was taken from a rhyme he read as a child. Wrote, or co-wrote the screenplays for the following movies: Homeboy; Bullet; and The Last Ride. Firm believer in psychiatric care. He goes to therapy once a week. Was once accused of being a supporter of the I.R.A., but denies that he has ever given money to the organization. Is a "Harley-Davidson" enthusiast. Hates L.A., but currently lives there to be close to work. Loves New York City because of it''s energy, and he feels he''s at his "creative best" when living there. Takes classes in martial arts, and is working towards obtaining a "black belt." Fought as a Super-Middleweight Boxer; he scored 8 wins, 6 knock-outs, and two draws. Boxing heroes are Mohammed Ali and Roberto Duran. Mickey was once Roberto Duran''s sparring partner. Suffered several injuries from his career as a boxer, such as: 2 concussions; a fractured cheekbone; a split tongue, broken metacarpals; and temporary memory loss. Has several tattoos: His initials, (M.R.) on his left hand, with a 4-leaf clover and a #7 surrounding it; A bull''s skull with feathers on his right bicep; A Native American thunderbird, which is a symbol of strength, on his right forearm, with the words "Wyoming Outlaw" surrounding it, ("Wyoming Outlaw" is Carre Otis'' nick-name, and she has a matching tattoo on her wrist); A tiger''s head on his left shoulder with oriental symbols, which represent "soul, spirit, and good night;" A cross on his left bicep with "Carre Forever" surrounding it; A I.R.A. emblem on his left forearm, (possibly removed); A fine-line portrait of Carre Otis above his left shoulder blade; and possibly others, including a new tattoo on his chest (details uncertain). In 1995 he was in the process of having several of his tattoos removed by a laser surgeon in Miami. Lives by a lean, all-protein diet. A serious weight-lifter. He has a personal trainer, and works out twice a day. Loves small dogs; He has 7 Chihuahuas; and a pug named Raphael, in which he spent $14,000 in surgery because of the dog''s lung disease. His dogs often travel with him. Favorite song is Bob Dylan''s Knocking On Heaven''s Door. A huge fan of rock legend Bruce Springsteen. Mickey often listens to his music while working out. Somewhere between 5 ft. 11 inches, and 6 ft. tall. Married Debra Feur (co-star in Homeboy). Married Carre Otis (co-star in Wild Orchid). They are currently good friends. In July of 1994 he was arrested by the L.A.P.D. and charged with spousal abuse (charges later dropped). At one time or another, Mickey has owned the following businesses: The Beverly Hot Springs Spa in Beverly Hills; a gym in West Hollywood called Shapiro; a South Miami Beach bar called The Spot; and a candy store called Mickey''s and Joey''s (it''s uncertain whether he currently owns any of these, or whether they''re still in business). Currently, Mickey is looking into marketing replica items from the movie Harley-Davidson And The Marlboro Man, including leather jackets, and motorcycles. His business partner in this, is long time friend Chuck Zito. This project has been in the works for a few years now. Has owned the following cars: A white Coupe De Ville (from the late 60''s); a Dodge Roadrunner Convertible (from 1966); a "gold plated" Rolls-Royce (year unknown); a green Mini Cooper (from 1963); and numerous Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Much of his collection has been sold, due to recent financial troubles. Earliest known acting experience was a local amateur-theater production of Genet''s Death Watch in Miami. A friend suggested Mickey try-out for the part, even though Mickey had no acting experience. Mickey enjoyed the experience, which led him to pursue acting as a career. Prior to his acting career, Mickey worked as a bouncer in a transvestite nightclub. He has also dug ditches, cleaned pools, and had a chestnut stand. He tried to land a job as a waiter, but his math wasn''t good enough. Devout Catholic. He goes to church twice a week when no one else is around. He often prays to St. Jude. In his youth he showed talent in football, baseball, and amateur boxing. His father was an amateur bodybuilder. His father died at a very young age from drinking (alcohol related). Mickey attended his funeral while filming "Rumble Fish". Smokes Marlboro cigarettes. Has never seen 9 1/2 Weeks, and rarely watches any of his movies. He''s adored in France. It is also one of his favorite places to be, among other reasons, because he can bring his dogs into restaurants with him. His younger brother Joey battles cancer. Has had plastic surgery to re-construct his face. His plastic surgeon''s nick-name is "The Butcher." Is missing a few of his front teeth, as a result he wears a fixed bridge. This was removed for his role in Animal Factory. Is a skilled photographer. Initially had the lead role in "Beverly Hills Cop", in which he later walked off the set. Didn''t socialize much growing up. He considered himself to be a "loner." Lost his virginity when he was 18 years old to a stripper who was "turning tricks." Considered becoming an acting teacher before becoming an actor. Sandra Seacat convinced him to move from New York to Hollywood and try acting. Favorite clothing designer is Giorgio Armani. Though he was christened Philip Andre Rourke, the same name as his father, he was soon given the nickname "Mickey" because of his Irish ancestry. The origin of the nickname may also come from his father''s admiration for Yankee baseball great Mickey Mantle. When he''s working he brings his own caravan, a silver Airstream trailer he affectionately calls "The Fish." He stocks ''The Fish'' with his friends and people he has recently met. Mickey often gives them odd-jobs in return for their support. Has a fear of heights and of flying. Prefers to live in hotels. Feels that he is a "night person." |
