Bella Thorne has publicly accused Mickey Rourke of on-set misconduct during the filming of their 2020 movie, 'Girl.' Thorne alleges Rourke used a metal grinder on her genitals during a scene, repeatedly hit her pelvic bone, and covered her in dirt as a form of humiliation. She further stated that she was forced to negotiate alone with him in his trailer to secure his presence in the film.
Rourke's representative issued a statement denying any intentional misconduct and claiming he was unaware of Thorne's discomfort during filming. Rourke stated he will not comment further publicly and remains willing to cooperate through proper channels. They emphasized the importance of a safe and respectful work environment for all performers.
These accusations follow Rourke receiving a formal warning on ITV's 'Celebrity Big Brother' for making homophobic comments towards JoJo Siwa. Rourke apologized for his comments, stating it was not his intention to cause harm.
Thorne clarified that her accusations do not detract from the hard work of the rest of the 'Girl' cast and crew. Thorne's accounts have prompted further investigation into Rourke's behavior and highlighted issues of on-set safety and respect within the entertainment industry.