Actress and singer Bella Thorne is speaking out about a deeply disturbing experience she says she had while filming with veteran actor Mickey Rourke, calling it one of the “worst” moments of her acting career.
In a series of emotional and graphic social media posts, Bella detailed her traumatic experience working with Rourke on the 2020 thriller film “Girl.” She alleges that Rourke behaved inappropriately, inflicted physical pain during a scene, and left her feeling humiliated and unsafe on set.
Bella’s Shocking Allegations: “He Hit My Genitals With a Grinder”
Thorne, 26, took to her Instagram Stories on Friday to respond to recent headlines about Mickey Rourke allegedly using homophobic slurs toward singer JoJo Siwa on Celebrity Big Brother UK. Her response quickly turned into a gut-wrenching revelation of her own experience with the actor.
“This f**ing dude. GROSS,”* she wrote. “I had to work with this man in a scene where I’m on my knees with my hands zip tied around my back. He’s supposed to take a metal grinder to my knee cap and instead he used it on my genitals thru my jeans. Hitting them over and over again.”
Bella says the disturbing act left her bruised on her pelvic bone, and she emphasized that the encounter was not scripted or discussed beforehand.
“Working with Mickey was one of the all-time worst experiences of my life working as an actress,” she added.
“He Humiliated Me in Front of the Entire Crew”
In another Instagram Story, Bella claimed the inappropriate incident wasn’t isolated.
“So many gross stories of things he made me go through on that movie,” she continued. “Including in his last scene where he revved his engine and sped up so he could completely cover me in dirt. I guess he thought it was funny to humiliate me in front of the entire crew.”
The incident, according to Bella, happened during a critical scene in the film and seemed to be done intentionally.
Alone With Rourke in His Trailer: “I Had to Beg”
The allegations grew even more unsettling when Bella described being forced to enter Rourke’s trailer alone, at the request of producers and crew members, to convince the actor to continue filming.
“He refused to speak to the director or producers — so I had to go in and convince him to show up and complete his job,” Bella wrote. “He shouted crazy demands that he wanted from producers. I had to beg. Alone. In his trailer.”
She explained that although she felt uncomfortable and vulnerable, she complied because the film was at risk of being abandoned.
“Everyone’s work would’ve just been lost and completely for nothing. I didn’t want to do it. But I did what I was asked,” she said.
What Was “Girl” About?
Girl is a 2020 psychological thriller starring Bella Thorne as a young woman who returns to her small hometown with plans to confront and kill her abusive father — only to find that someone else has gotten to him first. Rourke played the town sheriff, who becomes entangled in the film’s gritty and violent plot.
The movie was meant to highlight female strength and trauma survival — themes that now seem tragically ironic in light of Bella’s allegations.
The Spark Behind Bella’s Post: Rourke’s Recent Homophobia Allegations
Bella’s decision to speak out appears to have been prompted by recent media coverage of Rourke’s alleged behavior on Celebrity Big Brother UK.
Reports claim he was reprimanded for using homophobic slurs toward pop star JoJo Siwa, sparking outrage on social media.
Bella, who has long been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and women’s empowerment, said the headlines triggered her to finally speak publicly about her own trauma.
Public Reaction and Industry Implications
Fans and fellow celebrities are now responding to Bella’s statements with concern and support. Some are calling for industry accountability, especially when it comes to protecting young actresses on set.
So far, there has been no response from Mickey Rourke or his representatives regarding Bella’s claims. TMZ reports they have reached out but have not received a comment at this time.
A Pattern of Controversy for Rourke?
This is not the first time Mickey Rourke, known for films like The Wrestler and Sin City, has faced criticism for erratic or problematic behavior. Over the years, he’s been involved in public feuds, made questionable media appearances, and has had legal run-ins — raising concerns about his conduct both on and off set.
Bella’s Courage: “I Was Told to Stay Quiet”
Bella Thorne has previously spoken out about abuse, trauma, and industry exploitation — including in her 2020 poetry book The Life of a Wannabe Mogul. Her latest revelation adds to a growing list of young female actors who have called out toxic and dangerous working conditions in Hollywood.
“I was told to stay quiet. But I’m not quiet anymore,” Bella wrote in a final post Friday evening.
Final Thoughts: A Wake-Up Call for Hollywood
Bella’s claims are not just shocking — they’re a stark reminder of the ongoing need for industry reform. From abuse of power to lack of on-set safety measures, her story highlights the risks performers still face when the people in charge fail to protect them.
As the entertainment world reacts, one thing is clear: Bella Thorne’s voice is adding to a movement demanding change — and she’s not backing down.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
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