Mickey Rourke Faces Eviction
“I said I’m not paying rent, because there’s mice, there’s rats, the floor is rotten, one bathtub there is no water,” stated Mickey Rourke, reflecting on the conditions that led to his eviction from his Los Angeles home.
The eviction, which took place on March 10, 2026, was the result of Rourke owing nearly $60,000 in unpaid rent. A judge ruled in favor of his landlord, Eric Goldie, after Rourke failed to respond to the eviction complaint filed on December 29, 2025.
Rourke, who has a monthly rental agreement of $7,000, owed a total of $59,100 in back rent. Despite a GoFundMe campaign that raised over $100,000 to assist him, Rourke refused the help, calling the situation “humiliating.”
“If I needed money, I wouldn’t ask for no f–king charity,” he remarked, emphasizing his desire to handle his financial issues independently.
At 73 years old, Rourke’s recent financial troubles have been compounded by his insistence on not working for less than $200,000 per day, as stated by his manager. This decision comes despite having six upcoming projects listed on IMDb.com.
After the eviction, Rourke was seen removing his belongings from the property in January 2026 and subsequently moved into a hotel in West Hollywood, where the starting price per night is approximately $550.
Rourke’s trajectory in Hollywood has been marked by both critical acclaim and personal challenges. Once a leading man in the 1980s, he received an Oscar nomination for his role in ‘The Wrestler,’ but his career has seen significant ups and downs.
As he navigates this difficult period, Rourke’s situation serves as a reminder of the complexities faced by many in the entertainment industry.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further developments in Rourke’s financial situation or housing arrangements.
