hat went wrong on the set of Girl? Bella Thorne’s allegations about Mickey Rourke spark debate.
Hollywood is no stranger to behind-the-scenes drama, but a recent accusation from actress Bella Thorne has left fans and industry insiders stunned.
The former Disney star shared a troubling story about her time working on a film, raising questions about safety and respect on movie sets.
What unfolded during the making of the 2020 thriller Girl? Let’s dive into the details of this unsettling situation.
Bella Thorne Allegations About Mickey Rourke
“This fucking dude. GROSS,” she wrote on a social media post.
In early April 2025, Bella Thorne took to social media to share her experience working with actor Mickey Rourke on the set of Girl.
She described a scene where her character was supposed to be in a vulnerable position—kneeling with her hands tied behind her back.
According to Thorne, Rourke was meant to use a prop metal grinder on her kneecap as part of the scene. Instead, she claims he repeatedly struck her pelvic area through her jeans, causing bruises.
“I had to work with this man — in a scene where I’m on my knees and 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 through my jeans. Hitting them over and over again. I had bruises on my pelvic bone.”
Thorne called this one of the worst experiences of her career, saying it left her feeling humiliated and unsafe.
“Working with Mickey was one of the all time worst experiences of my life working as an actress.”
The actress didn’t stop there. She also shared that Rourke’s behavior extended beyond this incident. In another scene, she alleges he revved an engine to cover her in dirt, which she felt was meant to embarrass her in front of the crew.
“I guess he thought it was funny to humiliate me in front of the entire crew.”
Thorne’s posts paint a picture of a challenging work environment, one that made her feel uncomfortable and disrespected.
More Than Just One Incident
Thorne’s accusations go beyond physical harm. She revealed that Rourke refused to communicate with the film’s director or producers, forcing her to visit his trailer alone to convince him to continue working.
She described having to “beg” him to stay on the project so that everyone’s hard work wouldn’t go to waste. This situation, she says, made her feel uneasy, but she did what she thought was best for the film.
“Having to go in his trailer absolutely alone because he refused to speak to the director or producers — so I had to convince him to show up and complete his job, as he shouted crazy demands that he wanted from the producers. In fact I had to beg. Alone. In his trailer.”
These claims have sparked a larger conversation about how actors are treated on set. Her decision to speak out has been met with support from fans, who praise her for sharing such a difficult experience.
Where Could This Go?
Mickey Rourke’s team has responded to Thorne’s allegations, denying any intentional wrongdoing.
They stated that Rourke was unaware of her discomfort at the time and is willing to cooperate with any investigation.
“We are aware of the deeply troubling statements made by Bella Thorne regarding her experience on set with Mr. Rourke during the production of a past film. These allegations are extremely serious. Mr. Rourke adamantly denies any intentional misconduct. He has not been contacted previously with any claims of this nature and was unaware of any discomfort expressed by Ms. Thorne at the time. Out of respect for all parties involved and in light of the gravity of the claims, Mr. Rourke will refrain from commenting further at this time. He is prepared to cooperate fully with any appropriate inquiry. We extend our support to all professionals who deserve to feel safe and respected in their workplace.”
As of now, no further statements have been made, leaving many wondering how this situation will unfold.
Thorne’s accusations come at a time when Hollywood is increasingly focused on creating safer workplaces.
Her story adds to ongoing discussions about accountability and the need for better protections for actors.
For now, fans are rallying behind Thorne, hoping her bravery in speaking out will lead to change.
