Mickey Rourke has a heart of gold.. He used to own a fancy nightclub on South Beach back in the 90's, at the end of the night, on Mickey's orders no food was to be thrown in the garbage but instead was to be given to the homeless.. I'll never forget that, I'm doing way better now but I'll never forget how thoughtful his gesture was at that time.. Mickey Rourke is the real deal.. Miami remembers..

@edsnotgod

3 жыл бұрын

except minorities.

@robertcronin6603

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome

@yelo30

3 жыл бұрын

@@edsnotgod Mickey doesnt like minorities?

@edsnotgod

3 жыл бұрын

@@yelo30 his being a rich white hetero male rules that out. Offering free meals to minorities during business hours would have been a far nobler gesture for an ancestor of slave owners and crusaders

@sunnyside7921

3 жыл бұрын

Now that's admirable. But of course that won't make it on the news.

I like that he has no regrets. He's just a man who's made mistakes and he owns them. Makes him even cooler.

@Johnny1.0

2 жыл бұрын

No regerts!

@GregJoshuaW

Жыл бұрын

No ragrets!! lol

@lilliehalumi8770

Жыл бұрын

Kind of like Johnny Depp. A heart of gold, an abused child, and owns his mistakes, too.

@rigby7662

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@FullSugarBrah

Жыл бұрын

He's a phony "tough" guy

Walked up to him at a Toronto nightclub few years ago. He bought me a drink and talked to me for almost an hour as if i was the only person in the club. Definitely a wild man lol but also seemed like one of the most down to earth genuine ppl ive ever met. Thanks again for the drink Mickey!!!

@loveandjapan

7 ай бұрын

I can confirm your take on him as down to earth and genuine. Within a year of him filming this interview and the same week that he won the Golden Globe for The Wrestler, he ended up at a nightclub in NYC's meatpacking district I used to frequent. He spent the entire evening at our table and I got to talk to him for most of the night. I came away from that thinking what a great guy he is. So humble, grateful, honest, and funny. I also spent a lot of time at Socialista, the club where this interview was filmed, but didn't run into him there. That was a fantastic little spot for a New York minute.

@sukesingh2099

7 ай бұрын

@@loveandjapan so it's not just a coincidence that we both had an amazing encounter with him. Appreciate the reply.

@Anonymous-lq2bs

6 ай бұрын

@@sukesingh2099did he clap your cheeks?

@sukesingh2099

6 ай бұрын

@@Anonymous-lq2bs what do you mean? Did he grab my ass lol? I'm a male. Not sure if u can tell by my name. He did grab a girls vagina at the club. She was furious. I had to calm her down lol.

@dianeamaral8151

5 ай бұрын

Sounds excellent you had the chance to meet him in.person everyone gets Old and that's ok😊

He should have won an Oscar for The Wrestler❤

@tarikdtarik9067

6 ай бұрын

he actually won some awards

@ncpascoe

6 ай бұрын

Agree but they gave it to Penn instead 😮

@VerucaSaltyDog

6 ай бұрын

That was such a good movie. MT great as well.

@vamps-howtodrawtattoocolor7683

5 ай бұрын

Definitely an Oscar performance! The movie is awesome!

@landicunningham2005

5 ай бұрын

He was robbed. What an incredible performance.

He is brutally honest human in a world of fakers.

@sallybrite1530

3 жыл бұрын

He is an actor, playing the part of a rough cool dude.

@santitofelipe6283

3 жыл бұрын

'Here Here!

@aurablue2707

3 жыл бұрын

@KJA 1 Junkies are known liars ect.🕊💖

@kevio6868

3 жыл бұрын

@KJA 1 There's always some truth in every lie

@raulcitraro

3 жыл бұрын

@KJA 1 Well, I am glad he got a second chance 'cause after all he is a very good actor. He has been able to conquer his "demons" through therapy.

Real men blame themselves for their failures and Mickey is definitely one of them. Respect, Bro.

@JoaquimGonsalves

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! That's how it should be and we have the chance to get back on track.

@biglou1315

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that note; I put my family through something I believed in and when it went to total shit, they still/are by my side, including my tough wife.

@ntt2232

3 жыл бұрын

“As A Man Thinketh” James Allen

@anonymousanonymous2831

3 жыл бұрын

Dude claimed victim and acts like a punk but you say that? Lmfao

@sheenamcguire5225

3 жыл бұрын

That’s all that kept coming to my mind as well.

Mickey is a friend of mine known him for years great guy great actor we still keep in touch great interview 🙏🙏

@luarietate1619

Күн бұрын

Please introduce him to me.I believe he's my soul Mate and i'm sixty and i've never said that.

Had the pleasure of knowing Mickey for a while in his early years while he was filming Rumblefish. Sold him his first bike, a Triumph twin, which had been modded and was akin to a streetfighter nowadays.

@peterwilliamson4296

3 ай бұрын

What a nice memory.

"The Wrestler" is a great movie, and Mickey Roarke gave the performance of his career. Human, moving, even heartbreaking. If you haven't seen it, SEE IT.

@anndavis2920

2 жыл бұрын

I got this on dvd.

@michaelwills1926

Жыл бұрын

You’re right it is a heavy hitter. Melancholy and poignant.

@taylorandre9683

Жыл бұрын

I'm order it definitely wanted to see it

@D-Fens_1632

Жыл бұрын

I finally watched it this week, and afterwards I wanted to call everyone I know and berate them for not demanding I watch it sooner. Dunno how that movie slipped under my radar so long. Great performance, and the story is gut wrenching. KInda hated the ending but it had to end that way. It will forever be on my must-watch list.

@annakisfaludinebaan

9 ай бұрын

I like her very much, young and beautiful and also old and broken. There are people whose lives run to a dead end, but the talent is still there.. Excellent actor, this report is fantastic. Many good-for-nothing people are at the top, even though they have nothing to do with it, but if he gets an Oscar, he will stay at the top, if not for a while!

No matter how his face changed and how old, you can still see the young Mickey Rourke's face appearing from time to time.

@Mostafa20268

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you espicialy while he smiles.

What a great interview, so much more respect for Micky. Doesn't point a finger, just owns his mistakes and moves on. Well done by Piers.

@asniffer6532

6 ай бұрын

Great interview by Piers. It's refreshing to see Piers enjoying an interview like he was with Mickey, almost like they were long time friends.

The dichotomy between Rourke’s guarded vulnerability and Morgan’s insolent probes makes a great interview that reveals much about both men’s characters.

@tiahenry4743

Күн бұрын

Piers doesn't have character. He's very stone faced most of the time and has a dull personality. "Do you condemn the Hamas attacks?"

When he smiles you can see the old Micky Rooke.

“That town is built on envy...” Seriously one of the most brave and honest interview I’ve seen.

@travet1000

3 жыл бұрын

yup

@AnnaLVajda

3 жыл бұрын

That has just spread everywhere that narcissistic attitude has just taken over shallow fakes everywhere now not just Hollywood.

@REDMAN298

3 жыл бұрын

@@AnnaLVajda Wanna be a cop? Those turds are the first to do so right after they`ve thrown debri at them (cops). How can they possibly feel so entitled???? How can they sleep?? It ain`t right. Semper Fi , I hope my brothers aren`t sacrificing in vain.

I think Mickey Rourke had a huge following who never stopped being fans no matter what he went thru as an adult actor. We still love you Mickey. Seemed like the character you played in Diner really captured your true essence. Good luck to you. Loved watching your films!! You've airways had something special.

Had no idea he was such a down to earth nice guy. One of the best interviews Pierce has done.

@TomBTerrific

2 ай бұрын

Everyone can be nice for a while but I sure he can turn in a moment to someone you don’t want to be around. Not that he’s so tough but he’s unpredictable. That’s never good.

@tannhauser5399

2 ай бұрын

Piers? Nah. This was an easy interview for him, sort of going low level "pro", asking good questions, simply being... human, once in a while. Usually he is not that, especially involving politics. Don't mistake that one time of "kindness" for his weakness, or something that he is doing all the time. Piers is not that guy, never has been. Just once in a while (out of other 99%) he can pull something good. But never mistake that for something that he is doing all the time. He is not. Far from it. Edit: grammar & spelling here and there....

Mickey was perfection in The Wrestler.

@TrudyPatootie

3 жыл бұрын

Randy.. absolute perfection. He owned that part.

@raven_ous2585

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant film

@eileenvandernoot3867

3 жыл бұрын

I loved it too!

@MendryMusic

3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this film's colossal role 🕴

@michelemurphy3541

3 жыл бұрын

Randy Rudland yes! That movie was brilliant. He was absolutely brilliant in it. Brilliant!

"He's a guy that came from nothing, so everything he does is an accomplishment..." That hit home...

@dedradelreyez158

2 жыл бұрын

He came from nothing and ended with nothing

@Neo-gk2uz

2 жыл бұрын

he was also a kick ass boxer, they sum him up with his last fights. man was a warrior with true grit. 27-3

@renegademax

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, choked me, too.

@US-px7wc

Жыл бұрын

just like many hollywood stars! but he was a rebel and pay for it. Movies like averything in life is politics

@gamergo9

Ай бұрын

30:38

He is legit man. Mad respect for Rourke. Suffering, through rough childhood and recovering through life's struggles is what the game is about.

@assiabenslimane2589

6 ай бұрын

I agree

@rickyestes7477

4 ай бұрын

A lot of us can relate....sad but true.. thanks for that painfully true comment

@yuriydisman6829

4 ай бұрын

Love this man

I adore Mickey. His story helped me during my rehab for alcoholism. I love him and he inspires me!

@donnajohnson2854

9 ай бұрын

🙏🙏..I hope now everything is well😘x

Being human is to be flawed and at times damaged, most people try to deny this, but Mr Rourke is honest and frank about his humanity. I respect him for that

@tomq5180

3 жыл бұрын

well said!

@jshaw4757

2 жыл бұрын

Never understood why people hide being flawed...almost the main reason why everything such a big show sometimes and alot more difficult than it needs to be

@emilydulgar4459

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. This interview is one of the most sincere and honest I've seen. He speaks with truthfulness and it was obvious he endured a great deal of sadness and maltreatment when a child. It breaks my heart for him but he has helped a great many people who saw this. He was very accurate when he points out the trauma and negativity stays with a person; it doesn't go away. It's not the flu. His films are so well done. It is hard for me to watch, "The Wrestler", without weeping.

Such a talented man and tortured soul. The Wrestler was awesome.

Best interview Piers have ever conducted. Had no idea he had that within him. Mickey is great. Always has been a great actor. What a life. Fame has to be the worst fate imaginable. Makes you appreciate how some handle it so well.

The wrestler is one of my favorite movies of all time... Mickey's work is just mind blowing...for me it's one of the finest pieces of acting of all time.. period...

@loribaker8339

5 ай бұрын

I agree. He was absolutely so real, so himself that yes, acting was easy for him. He was so real, everything about that movie was so real, I had to keep reminding myself that it was just a movie. He made the pain real and being out in the cold real. I think I weeped through the whole movie. Yes, I know I did. This is 3 years after this interview. Haven't followed movies and seldom go to a movie or download one. I'll be going back over the last 5 years or so and see if I've missed anything.

He is an amazing actor. What he did in the Wrestler was beautiful. That performance was incredible. There was nothing holding back his passion. I would have loved to see him win the Oscar for it.

@digitalhoard1975

2 жыл бұрын

I just watched The Wrestler about two weeks ago and it completely changed how I see him. Great movie!

@marnasquires155

2 жыл бұрын

Mickey was robbed Award

@strider7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@marnasquires155 I really wanted to see him get the Oscar that year. He lost to Sean Penn for "Milk" which was also an incredible performance. So I wouldn't say he was robbed.

@sherylwickiser4554

2 жыл бұрын

Do l kills

@strider7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@digitalhoard1975 That's what I love about the craft of acting and the art of filmmaking, you can show so many layers and completely change ones perspective. Not only was it a come back for him as for as a leading roll, it also showcased vulnerability and just how versatile he could be. That scene with his daughter (Evan Rachel Wood) was a shot to the heart.

I love his fucking answer to Piers Morgan when he said to Mickey "That's tough."........."I'M TOUGH" Fucking A right you are Mickey.... CLASS ACT

@dragonmartijn

2 жыл бұрын

When he says "I"m tough", he glances like the old... the one and only Mickey.

Worth to mention is that Piers really validates Rourke here, true validation, and that's why the interview becomes so great. Because he isn't bullshitting and is having an honest talk with another human being. Well done.

@carolinerosecholmodeley.6864

7 ай бұрын

Agreed 😇

@asniffer6532

6 ай бұрын

Great interview by Piers. It's refreshing to see Piers enjoying an interview like he was with Mickey, almost like they were long time friends. You can actually notice that Piers does look up to Mickey.

@Cherry-kt8zo

3 ай бұрын

For a change Piers isn't an asshole

Back in the day, Mickey Rourke was bigger than Brad Pitt and George Clooney (and a much better actor). He had looks, talent and a certain degree of danger about him, which is sorely lacking with today's stars. Modern actors try to act cool and tough, but they're kind of a joke. Rourke was the real deal.

@bdenney9443

3 жыл бұрын

Pitt and Clooney amd many others aren't in Mickeys position because they had no limits .. Mckey had standards and limits and in Hollywood doesn't like that

@KennethKetchum

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I remember he played a cop working on a Chinatown murder. First time I watched a cop movie not feeling the cop side. Man, this guy is real.

@tdk9518

3 жыл бұрын

Don't they only do that in movies? They're actors that's their job.

@tdk9518

3 жыл бұрын

@Domenico Agnostino I gather his own behaviour didn't help. It's a pity how careers can be ruined by just one or two wrong choices.

@tommytaylor5195

3 жыл бұрын

Top words,love Mickey,the bloke is so genuine,so cool,and there's no bullshit with him.

The Wrestler stole my heart, one of my favourite films. People make mistakes in life that results in the individual being cut away from loved ones. Often the loneliest can turn out to be the most caring.

The first movie I saw w Mickey Rourke was Rumble Fish. I had already read the book, so was looking forward to the movie. It was full of the best actors, but his performance as Motorcycle Boy, a fiercely intelligent person who didn't mind being alone inside their own head, was spot on. He's a great actor, greater than most, and deserves massive respect for his work.

Mickey Rourke has so many good movies that nobody talk about them. Barfly, Francisco, Bullet.... he will be always my favourite actor !

@324cmac

Күн бұрын

Barfly doesn't get enough praise.

A very sensitive man that has no illusions. Great interview.

@mrsmacca126

2 жыл бұрын

...despite Piers Morgan conducting it...

He seems to have learned a lot the hard way. He's an honest guy.

@VadaVoo

2 жыл бұрын

Even though I'm curious about the answer to the questions he won't answer...I admire that he doesn't buckle to the pressure. This is one person that Piers knows not to push. haha I respect how honest he is in the things he is willing to discuss. There's no BS in this interview. 😎

@TruthAplomado

2 жыл бұрын

That's what made his acting original. There's just that element of him being himself. The Wrestler i haven't seen one scene of 'acting', it was him.

@Lighthousepreserve

2 жыл бұрын

Calling a Slovenian a c...t is not cool. Just because of his Demorat side. Yuck. I m speaking of a top model Melania.

I've watched probably thousands of interviews but this one is in it's own league. Listening to Mickey is like watching an outstanding movie. His life story is so rich every sentence he says or even word carries a lot of weight. Not a big fan of Piers but he did a great job here

@Goober66

8 ай бұрын

Mackey knew jèrzy kosinski the author

@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer

8 ай бұрын

My sentiments exactly. Could not have said it better myself.

@poliziagrammaticale9430

7 ай бұрын

Apart from "it's" (personal pronoun + verb) instead of "its" (possessive adjective). Please don't mind me. I have problems.@@garlicgt3689

@jking0.o121

6 ай бұрын

Agree 1000%

@chrisgaines3072

6 ай бұрын

here too...well said. 100%

I don't recall Mickey Rourke ever going away. Look at his movie history. The man has been in a lot of movies.

Got to meet him a couple times as a chef working in West Hollywood back in the 90s , really was the coolest humble guy .No one has charisma like Mickey…

@strangelove9916

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheTrouserPuppetsOfficial you guys should sue him and make it public if it’s actually true

@robertowen8530

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheTrouserPuppetsOfficial Gas lighter alert

@stevenmilton8029

2 жыл бұрын

Love Mickey mad respect. Love all his movies but I think my favorite is Is bullet.

@johnhand8879

2 жыл бұрын

So when you say you met him....?

@gamemediafan1714

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheTrouserPuppetsOfficial I'm gonna respond with the same thing I respond to that one channel that constantly claims that Brendan Fraser did something "deeply personal" to one of their loved ones and that's why they hate him: If you won't go into specifics or details with what you're talking about, people won't believe you. Give proof.

An actor who is not an empty vessel.

@tessarix

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Probably why he wasn't treated that well by Hollywood.

@shillian4770

3 жыл бұрын

@@tessarix Did you watch the interview? He told us why he was "misstreated" by hollywood.

This is an incredible interview. I love that he took his glasses off as he began to really open up too

I think he looks better than he has in a very long time, & it’s obvious he has insight/wisdom/healing that he didn’t before. I hope he blows all of our minds…❤

@KatzMeow268

9 ай бұрын

This interview is 15 years old. So it was filmed before he mutilated his appearance and went crazy.

I know one thing for SURE, Mickey absolutely loves animals. He has taken best care of his little pup. I think this speaks volumes of a person.

@jdawg86

2 жыл бұрын

Super cool guy honestly

@Mark-cj8wk

2 жыл бұрын

@@jdawg86 I love that guy for his love of animals. When I was a teenager I was an annoying shit to the family cat. Now I save them. In last two years I saved 20 cats. God showed me the error of my ways! God bless Mickey Rourke!

@jacobgriffey9612

2 жыл бұрын

You can tell alot about a person when it comes to animals. They feel the love and positive vibes. If your dog doesn't like someone, you shouldn't trust em. Mickey is 👍

@kaoskewenvoyouma2712

2 жыл бұрын

As we've seen in Once Upon Time In Mexico

@kaoskewenvoyouma2712

2 жыл бұрын

@coastal-tan could you please explain how so?

No filters, no shame, all balls, classy guy if you get it, I just love him!

@dkoople7163

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@cuttheknot4781

3 жыл бұрын

That says a lot about you

@cynthiarose1770

3 жыл бұрын

What a fucking man!!!!! Amazing.

@dkoople7163

3 жыл бұрын

@@cynthiarose1770 hear hear

@rodriga1985

3 жыл бұрын

@Phi Vai source?

Couldn't stop watching this long interview. It was really good.

@CoolCityCactus

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 🌵🙂👍

I wish more actors were like Mickey Rourke. He’s so REAL❤

I was at a gym in Hollywood about 24 years ago and the guy beside me asked me to spot him on the shoulder press... It was Mickey Rourke. The only time I've been star struck. What an actor!

@mulemule

3 жыл бұрын

(That'd be about the time he was rooming with Danny Hester. Did you ever spot them training together?)

@tara2262

3 жыл бұрын

christ, I would have been terrified

@mjrotondi5086

3 жыл бұрын

2hy were you STAR STRUCK? HE is simply a man who earns a living by acting. No better than you or anybody. "Star" are fabricated images or brands concocted up to make money and you fell for it. I've met "countless" famous people and would never even lower myself to "idolizs" any man or woman who simply acts.

@bondipahire8654

3 жыл бұрын

@@mjrotondi5086 Nice one... you keep doing you mate. Sounds like you don't need anything or anyone except when you're feeling a bit preachy I think. I wish you all the best

@knekker1

3 жыл бұрын

@@mjrotondi5086 Spot on

Rourke is a unique talent. I first caught him in "Year Of The Dragon". What a performance.

What an amazing journey he has given us the privilege to witness and hear him speak of. Thank you for your time, and honest story.

I admire his honesty and not blaming everyone else for his problems

I was, and still am, a fan of Mickey Rourke. He was fascinating as the handsome young man that he was. But I really like the man he has become. He's brutally honest about who he was, and who he is now. Welcome back Mickey, we missed you, and we now wish you good luck and the happiness that has eluded you for so long. Look forward to seeing you back in the movies, where you belong!

@johnnywalker9230

2 жыл бұрын

Liar liar liar!!

@leeperez4456

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnnywalker9230 Who cares what you think!

@US-px7wc

Жыл бұрын

Young and handsome, we all age but we all age but he is still sexy. not may people age this well!

@karentucker2161

9 ай бұрын

He was never good looking. But I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

@karentucker2161

9 ай бұрын

​@@Blue_DunTrump has nothing to do with any of this.

Man at 28 mins I want to give him a hug. Can see the pain in his face. He’s the real deal.

@stewartstubbs5278

8 ай бұрын

Real deal?? FTM Trans fooling you

We love you, Mickey, especially how you cherish pups.🐾🌹❤️🍿

This is actually a damn good interview. Rourke seems very genuine and sincere.

I love how "present" he is for the conversation. He seems honest in a world full of phonies.

@thedutchess8581

3 жыл бұрын

He is, he and Steven Tyler are very similar in the way they act in real life, you d think huge stars, but man they are so humble, so down to earth, they treat you with respect, and they are not arrogant, they don’t just shake ur hand, they make sure to have a real conversation with you! That’s the similar experience I had with both of them and I met some celebs due to my job , the other surprise my cool guy was Michal JAckson, I was shocked at how not weird and humble he was also, and the voice, normal dudes voice! So you are right on with your intuition on Mickey !

@mav4578

3 жыл бұрын

@The Man From Snowy River. I see you all over this comment section hating on mickey. You have a serious chip on your shoulder. Why watch videos and comment on videos featuring someone you clearly have a huge bias against?

@sonychiba4733

3 жыл бұрын

When he's sober and in the moment he's just a great conversation very aware very honest just reminds me of those New York guys that I grew up with, and of course that time period In which he came into his own also adds to the Mystique

@oldwiseoul

3 жыл бұрын

Charles Bukowski once said " once you have had the shit kicked out of you for so long, you tend to not give a damn what you say". The thing is, is having THAT thing to say.

@phillystevesteak6982

3 жыл бұрын

It's so dumb, because I see a variation of this comment about every goddamn actor on KZread. You people, I swear..

Easily one of the best interviews I’ve ever watched. This man is one of the most misunderstood actors of all time, never really reached the height of his potential but he’s still one fucking hell of a talent. Total legend.

2022 and I am feeling his pain, his resilience to survive and his need to just be human without all judgments and the bull crap from our messed up society. HE DOES NOT NEED OUR APPROVAL OF HOW TO LIVE. HIS LIFE BELONGS TO HIM and no one else and I hope he realizes that.

What a great man. Wow. Love him even more. Glad he is making a comeback. He is still awesome. ❤🙏

Man, Mickey is the shit. Never will be another like him. Goes head to head with DeNiro as an actor, kills it with the ladies, and puts his girls dealer in the hospital. Cool AF

@jjoneski2203

3 жыл бұрын

Bs. Cool dudes don't pay many thousands of dollars to destroy their looks. He's a vain chump for that

@greatomeister675

3 жыл бұрын

Cooler than De Niro

@cindyinnew

3 жыл бұрын

@@jjoneski2203 it was because his face got butchered in boxing. Then when he went to a surgeon to get his face put back together the dr botched it. He has spent his fortune trying to fix what that surgeon did to him

@Sjieraffe

2 жыл бұрын

@@jjoneski2203its clear you dont know him

@Pazuzu82

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything apart from putting someone in the hospital, violence is not the answer

Wow, I was surprised of Mickey's honesty during this interview. He was so sincere and real, something you don't see anymore. He's a very interesting mix of simple and complex at the same time. The best interview I've seen so far, coming from the actor, I mean.

@jimmysapien9961

3 жыл бұрын

Yes great interview - but Not Crazy about Piers

@kingoworldwide3469

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimmysapien9961 Sadly, he takes himself that tad bit too seriously - which is okay unless he actually jumps in when Mickey was already rolling on the answers. Someone with less craving for recognition (as if Morgen needed anymore, oh boy) would have made this good interview a great one.

@freebee8221

3 жыл бұрын

piers did a very good job

I have always loved Mickey Rourke as an actor, and person. He is true to himself, and growing up in a similar family environment. I know all too well how a person can carry some of their childhood truma into their adult life. Rumble Fish is my favorite movie he's done. If u haven't seen it. He does a tremendous role in this film. Saw it at the theater, and still watch it today. Glad to see him back on top.

Just come across this interview. Powerful, honest, point blank interview and truthful responses from Mickey. My heart goes out to this man, been there, positive thinking to life from an unspeakable childhood. I wish only the best, onward and upward to you Mickey. ❤

@KennethCrowe-ob2ym

8 ай бұрын

My father was agreat father/husband until he got drunk , after that we didn't know who's coming home he couldn't stop no matter what, i couldn't do anything to protect my mom she took the worst beatings most of the time , she was a great wife and great mom, 1 outa 2 alot better than 0 outa 2!!

How has this man’s heart survived through all the pain he has suffered? He deserves far better than he has been given. Wanting the best for you Mickey❤️❤️

@allthatjazz9000

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂do you hear yourself?

@bobjoe7579

2 жыл бұрын

My heart is broken every day while he stares into me denying it. Over and over

@clarewelter2207

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you!

@DD-pz3kf

8 ай бұрын

Persist...without exception

This man is admirable, he has managed to overcome lots of bad things in his life like a Champ and he is a legendary actor too.

Anyone that hasn't seen "The Wrestler" is doing themselves a disservice. Even if you don't like wrestling it's an incredible movie.

@ikecalle

9 ай бұрын

Great movie even if bit depressing

Nothing more admirable than a person owning all the chapters in their book. He’s a man’s man, which in today’s world has become more and more rare. Wish him a future that brings continued inner peace.

I appreciate Mickey's brutal honesty.

Sin City was a masterpiece and perfectly casted with Rourke. His voice also got a lot cooler than it was in his prime.

@AnnaLVajda

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's the smoking it's rugged.

@ConsiderTheCrows

3 жыл бұрын

His comeback was astounding. His voice does add a lot to his performances.

@franweller1

3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@TruthAplomado

2 жыл бұрын

He sort of got typecast a bit for that rugged broken and jaded uncle with whom you'll grab a beer and hear his olden days. Suits him, he's an outstanding actor.

@milajb7164

2 жыл бұрын

❤😽

It was a beautiful thing to see Micky Rourke rise from the ashes after the Hollywood debacle along with the tough upbringing. Many great talents before him, lived harrowing life experiences that either make or break them! Glad you came back and showed everyone you are the real thing.

Great interview. Love how he always smiles in conversation. Superb actor 👏

There's a scene in The Wrestler when the character is crying. That wasn't the character. That wasn't acting. That was him. Bravo.

@rossegan7034

3 жыл бұрын

See a movie 'jonny handsome' its has a similar scene done very well.

@dali_hemingway2197

3 жыл бұрын

@@rossegan7034 I've seen it, many many times, good movie! Thanks!

My heart hurts for him. He is so truly wounded and gifted.

@ZeroMass

Жыл бұрын

a pair of factors that historically go hand in hand

I loved him in 9 1/2 weeks, good to see he is doing well.

Mickey is amazing and also true to himself. Blessings to him always 💓

I didn't know what to expect in this interview but it certainly wasn't this considered, honest and genuine guy who was so likable and engaging. I have a very warm regard for him now and I really hope he finds happiness. He deserves it.

What a wonderful actor and human being. I truly enjoyed the conversation and the expert questions by Piers.

Wow , I'm Impressed . Its been my experience that super talented people do have airs and graces to one degree or another . This man is something very different , not an arrogant or pretentious bone in his body anywhere and its not a feigned humility either . Mickey Rourke is the real deal . Everyone deserves happiness , I hope Mickey finds contentment joy and peace in whatever it is he choses to do now . We of coarse would love to see him in more films . Thank you for this video, I for one learnt a lot about Mickey I didn't know . The man is absolutely amazing and he is most certainly a survivor.

That is a fascinating and totally honest interview. I can not say that I have EVER seen an actor be so honest in an interview. He is at home with himself, and he understands his past, and he is grateful to be an actor, and he is aware that he is a damn good actor;-- and it is his raw acting talent that carried him thru all his mistakes. As you watch, look at how he is truly listening to Piers. He is not distant, or bored, or arrogant at all. So even as life dealt him some setbacks, he has LEARNED from them. He is a wise man now.

I forgot to add that this was probably Piers Morgan's finest interview, as well.

@eljerc5894

2 жыл бұрын

How pathetic

@joshydillens148

2 жыл бұрын

@@eljerc5894 lol😅 was not bad though compared to a lot of other interviews

I respect his honesty and vulnerability.

@zenazenith2394

3 жыл бұрын

I wasnt arguing this point. But ty for doing so. One upper.

@bobgriffith1810

3 жыл бұрын

Sylvia Montano The definition of strength is to say no to those things that can destroy you,, come up with something else

@sylvia106

3 жыл бұрын

@@zenazenith2394 I'm sorry, I didn't mean it to be negative.

@zenazenith2394

3 жыл бұрын

@@sylvia106 I accept your apology. I am to hear you didn't mean it as negative. Ty 😁

The honesty is beautiful…

A nice interview with an outstanding talent in Mickey Rourke. He gave a beautiful performance in The Wrestler. Darren Aronofsky had great vision to cast Mr. Rourke for that role. Together they made magic. 🎩 🪄

He's so brutally honest-Love you Mickey-they broke the mold with you

The toughest men ironically are the most sensitive

@mattnorman3915

3 жыл бұрын

So true..

@AnnaLVajda

3 жыл бұрын

Well you don't want to get on their nerves that's for sure.

@kennyburns8511

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm...6'3 300 lbs...ive had to tell my family...i have feelings as well...im the tough guy to defend you...scare people off and im good at it...insecure? No...not at all i just wanna be loved...maybe a little respect....

@AnnaLVajda

3 жыл бұрын

@@kennyburns8511 yes I have a big brother who is about 6'3 too and people usually don't pick fights with him on account of his size but are still rude to him because he is expected not to retaliate physically with Mickey I think he lets enough crazy show so people don't mess with him as they are not sure if he won't retaliate.

@perfectfan2006

3 жыл бұрын

could not agree more and kind as well

This has to be the messiest, sexiest man bun ever and I'm here for it! He still has enormous magnetism without even trying. All he has to do is show up. I love his honest, vaunerable confidence- STILL

I like that Mickey Rourke knows who he is. He is honest but keeps the gritty details to his past and moves forward.

MICKEY ROURKE is one of THE BEST ACTORS of our generation. His performance in SIN CITY was stellar!

@mrssmith3872

2 жыл бұрын

I actually loved him more in sin City than I do anything else, he made that film work

This guy deserved an Oscar more than anyone else PERIOD

@danijuggernaut

3 жыл бұрын

You are right, the Wrestler is the best drama i have ever seen since decates......and i love Marv !!!

@derekweinerttv4163

3 жыл бұрын

I'd say Edward Norton deserves one 10x more

@mrbatdance

3 жыл бұрын

@@derekweinerttv4163 they both do.

@derekweinerttv4163

3 жыл бұрын

@@mrbatdance I dk he literally only had one great performance in the wrestler compared to Norton's massive catalogue.

@mrbatdance

3 жыл бұрын

@@derekweinerttv4163 yeah but Mickey was iconic in the 80s and early 90s. It's always a combination of stuff not just performance. They are both very different actors to have them compared side by side anyway. I really like Nortons diversity but you can't beat Rourke's swagger.

Barfly. That’s when I fell in Love with him first. If I see him on the street, I’d ask him for a hug. We both endured horrific childhoods and I give the bestest hugs!! Sorry to hear about his brother, Joe. Lost my sister 6/30/22, sending love. ❤

One of the best actors of his generation...any generation. He always rocked to his own beat, said what he meant and meant what he said, and didn't go outright "Hollywood", which proved his undoing with those who ran the industry.

Nothing but RESPECT for this man. Specks from the heart.

Mickey has the most soothing voice and is such an incredible actor. This interview with Piers is really interesting. Great interview with a wonderful actor.

I enjoyed every second of this interview. God job, Pierse. Thank you for filmography in the description!

He has an amazing amount of insight and not afraid to admit to his mistakes. That says a lot about a man (or woman).

@angieanderson7792

2 жыл бұрын

I watch Mickey sometimes...if I feel lost...he is so inspiring 😇

@shellytigress6487

2 жыл бұрын

The only problem with Mickey is that he needs to quit being such a harass. Not everyone wants to hurt him. He was someone that I would have loved watching him in his movies but I think he got to carried away with the Bullcrap of Hollywood, messed with his looks and that was it for me. He is a good actor but sometimes he needs to drop the bad ass attitude.

@toosweet6046

2 жыл бұрын

What about non-binary people?

@bonnitakhaliq9578

2 жыл бұрын

That's should be Normal , the more you learn the less you know , i change my opinion on a Regular Basis , so should you. A good tip is , never argue with stupid People , they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience. We are all a Moon and have a Dark side no one sees

@tundrawomansays5067

2 жыл бұрын

@@shellytigress6487 I don’t really think it’s an “attitude” so much as it is a state of being. All of us who have not come from stable, secure and abuse-free, loving home have our own ways, Yk? It’s really hard to explain how profoundly our experiences with abusive parents/stepparents reverberate through out our adult lives, for better or worse. Maybe it just takes time as we grow older to reflect on how bad it really was-and genuinely accept reality as it played out from patterns formed in childhood inherently modeled by our “parents.”

Mickey may be the only man that ever got into the Actors studio guild on the first try. even Marlon took 2-3 times. Pacino even more. mick is one of the most underated actors of all time. Watch Barfly,then tell me i'm wrong

@user-bs6os7dn5v

3 жыл бұрын

What is the actors studio guild?

@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-bs6os7dn5v sorry, i meant Screen Actors Guild

@jennylovesjoe1224

3 жыл бұрын

"To all my friends..."

@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind

3 жыл бұрын

@@jennylovesjoe1224 .... " Hey you, yeah you with the filthy apron "

@TheCondello

3 жыл бұрын

You are wrong. Stella took Marlon an the first day. Then took him in to her home.

I'm glad we have Mickey. He's the type of man I love. Masculine, thoughtful, dangerous and honest.

U can feel his pain and so sad that what happened to him as a child broke his soul !

Now there's a man! Honest, humble, strong, smart, sensitive. Love, love, love him!

I really liked him in "The Wrestler". Honestly, it seems everyone loved him in it.

@ignaciogodoy7095

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that was his best role. But he had done a lot of movies back in the day

@jonathanaldecoa1099

3 жыл бұрын

Mickey is really good in Johnny Handsome, directed by Walter Hill. A great film 🕺

@adamwalkeraw

2 жыл бұрын

He was great in sin city too

The Wrestler was a powerful movie. Well done Mr. Rourke. Peace be yours Brother.

the Wrestler was damn good. perfect role at the perfect time. it was major catharsis.

One incredible guy. He went through so much crap in his life. This guy tells it how it is.

I've always loved Mickey's acting. I will watch any movie he is in.