Mickey Rourke is a movie star widely cited as having had bad plastic surgery.
Rourke, once considered one of Hollywood's most attractive leading men during the 1980s, experienced a significant change in his appearance due to extensive plastic surgery. This transformation, often attributed to repairing injuries sustained during his boxing career, is considered by many to be unsuccessful and detrimental to his looks.
Here's a summary of the situation:
- Initial Fame: Rourke gained popularity for his roles in films like 9 1/2 Weeks and Angel Heart.
- Boxing Career: He took a break from acting to pursue a professional boxing career.
- Injuries and Reconstructive Surgery: The boxing career resulted in facial injuries requiring reconstructive surgery. He has stated that he went to the "wrong guy" for these procedures.
- Public Perception: The resulting changes to his appearance have been widely criticized, with many feeling that the surgeries were not successful and altered his appearance negatively. Common speculation includes cheek and chin implants.
- Career Impact: While he eventually made a comeback, most notably with The Wrestler, his changed appearance remained a significant topic of discussion.
While other celebrities have also had plastic surgery with varying degrees of success, Mickey Rourke is a frequently cited example when discussing examples of "bad" plastic surgery.
