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Mickey Rourke has lost possession of his Los Angeles rental after a court returned the property to its owner, marking another twist in the actor’s recent financial and legal troubles. The move stems from a civil action in Los Angeles County and follows months of eviction notices, public disputes and a disputed online fundraiser.
Landlord regains control of Drexel Avenue property
Court records show the Spanish-style bungalow on Drexel Avenue is now back with landlord Eric T. Goldie. The order entered in Los Angeles County Superior Court grants the owner possession of the home.
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The judgment was entered by default, meaning the tenant did not respond or appear to contest the case before the deadline.
Key legal points and amounts involved
- The landlord sought possession of the home, not monetary damages in the final judgment.
- Earlier filings asked the actor to vacate within days or pay roughly $59,100 in unpaid rent.
- The case was resolved administratively when a default judgment was entered against the tenant.
How events unfolded: a timeline
- December: Landlord files court papers demanding the actor leave or pay back rent.
- January: Friends were seen removing items from the bungalow. A U-Haul appeared in the driveway.
- January: Reports placed Rourke at a luxury West Hollywood hotel after the move.
- March: The default judgment formally returned possession to the landlord.
On-the-ground details
Photographs captured personal effects being removed and a moving truck at the property. Sources told media the actor relocated temporarily to a high-end hotel in West Hollywood, where nightly rates begin around $550.
Fundraiser controversy and the actor’s response
After reports of the eviction, a GoFundMe campaign was set up in Rourke’s name seeking to raise $100,000 to stop the removal. The actor publicly rejected any connection to that fundraiser.
In a video he described the campaign as not authorized by him. He said he would not solicit charity and expressed frustration at being linked to the effort.
Rourke denied asking for donations and distanced himself from the fundraiser.
Manager’s comments and reported financial behavior
Rourke’s manager later commented that the actor had turned down offers unless they met steep pay demands. According to the manager, he has been selective about work and is holding out for larger paydays.
Sources close to the actor described a cycle of high earnings and heavy spending. They say Rourke has access to income but also runs through funds quickly, leaving him in a precarious spot between paychecks.
What this means for Rourke’s career and next steps
- Legal possession of the home now belongs to the landlord.
- Rourke’s public profile and ongoing statements may affect casting and reality-TV offers.
- Any further legal or financial actions would likely be filed in Los Angeles County courts.
