Mickey Rourke. (AP Photo)
Mickey Rourke won the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture-Drama at the Golden Globes this evening for his lead role in The Wrestler.
He gave a surprisingly eloquent and heartfelt speech, noting that he is not used to speaking in public and that he was almost "out of the business" (Hollywood) a few years ago. (The critics are calling his speech "interesting.")
Rourke thanked his agent, director, producers, co-stars, etc. and then he told the audience he'd like to thank his dogs--both the ones that are still with him now, and those that had passed on.
Sometimes when a man's alone, all you got is your dog and they meant the world to me.
--Mickey Rourke, during his acceptance speech for Best Actor at the Golden Globes.
I bet nobody's ever thanked their dog before at the Golden Globes, and I admire that Mickey Rourke did. He expressed the immense love and gratitude we feel towards our dogs who give us unconditional love, companionship and loyalty. (Not to mention regular laughs.)
Watch video of Rourke's Golden Globes acceptance speech--complete with director, Darren Aronofsky's affectionate, yet profane, hand gesture...Rourke seems to choke up when he talks about his dogs.
Honestly, I hadn't planned on seeing The Wrestler, but since Rourke just won for Best Actor and Bruce Springsteen (who wrote the theme song for the movie) won for Best Song, I am definitely going to see it.
Below, watch another video of Mickey Rourke at the Venice Film Festival last year. He brought his 16 year-old Chihuahua terrier mix, Loki with him onto the red carpet.
"My dog is very old, she is 16 and she is not going to be around for long so I want to spend every moment with her," he told Reuters.
One reporter wrote that Rourke brought Loki with him to a press interview at the Chateau Marmont and asked the waitress (nicely) for a little bowl of water for his dog. According to another report by contactmusic.com, Rourke's pet Chihuahua, Beau Jack, passed away in 2002. Rourke is quoted as saying, "I gave him mouth-to-mouth for 45 minutes before they peeled me off. Depressed? He died at my home, and I didn't go back for two weeks."
Loki is the daughter of Beau Jack. Rourke now owns seven chihuahuas.
Rourke has been quoted as saying about Loki:
She’s like a giant Xanax, you know? I’m not going to get religious on your ass, but I truly believe God created dogs for a cause. They are the greatest companions a man could ever have.
Yes, we do know, Mickey. Congratulations on your win.
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I AGREE with Mickey...and the critics can go jump in a lake!
Do not forget that dog spelled backwards is God.
I regret not being with my dog as he passed away in his bed. I stepped out for one minute. When I came back he was gone. I hope I made him happy. I hope he knows that he didn't die alone even though he wasn't in my arms.
Mickey Rourke deserves so much credit for keeping his companion by his side.
I love Mickey from decades ago. The fact that he loves animals so much makes me love him even more. I intend to see his film.
Congrats to Mickey! and it's excellent seeing someone in Hollywood use their position to speak about something other than politics (and really, who cares about the white house dog breed?)...
Time has not been kind to Mickey but none the less...Good luck.
Right on, brother. The truth of your tribute is incontestible. Dogs are the Gods of our hearts, and help us act out our best lives despite the trials of our human siblings. Best of life to you and your angels.
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Justbwhen you think everything is down onnou. The dog ou've gotten an age or two ago leans over and gives you the sloppiets lick. Then setles in beside you and letsyou know you dog and everybody is all human too. Bless you. I'm not the kind who'd be able to meet someone like you who actually has talent and the opportunity to use it.
Never liked this guy.
After I learned this about him and his love for his best friends, I gain much respect for him.
I am glad that he is back, and I wish him and his dogs, long and happy life.
Great Comeback Story. Maybe they can make his life a Movie..
Never liked this guy.
After I learned this about him and his love for his best friends, I gain much respect for him.
I am glad that he is back, and I wish him and his dogs, long and happy life.
Dogs are best at 375 degrees for at least 40 minutes
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Dogs make great pets and also a very tasty dish in Korea.
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Excellent speech Mickey. I hope you have you life back together and have many sucesses in the future. Any man who cares for his dogs like this is #1 in my book.
I like dogs too, but my favorite remains my African Grey Parrot - she does everything my dogs do, but she talks over 500 words and sentences back to me... and that really makes me laugh...
You're and entertainment reporter and haven't seen the movie? How the hell do you have a job, why are you writing a column that pertains to nothing?
You get paid for this crap?
And when did we get the Examiner? Is this a RFT wannabe?
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Just saw 'The Wrestler" this afternoon, really incredible performances by Rourke and Tomei in what feels like a gritty documentary of a wrestler long past his heyday. Highly recommended.
Terry, You seem to think that Korea is the only country that eats dogs. The biggest reason people started to eat animals was because of starvation. I guess that is not something you could understand. You go to the store to bu your chopped up meat. You open your fridge and take out a hotdog. Your mom cooks your meatloaf for dinner and you go on with your life. Don't judge other countries until you have left your house/state/country and explored how the rest of the world lives. There is a lot more going on in the world than in your back yard. I don't think you will ever understand that in your very narrow mind.
Dog is my co-pilot.
i wish they would invent a dog that didnt poop. or maybe they could make hard pellets like a rabbit
Dog sorta tastes like chicken ya know! It's best to bbq them on indirect heat for best flavor and tenderness.
Anyways, Mickey's dogs are ugly. Why do stars always have ugly toy dogs?
Hannah Palindrome: Lighten up, stop being PC. it's life. people were just kidding around. take the stick out of your A**. I lived in Korea. besides dog meat may be very good. (they were just being funny, if you don't see the humor, u needn't crap all over everyone else.) lighten up, life will be much more enjoyable for you. :)
I'm glad he thanked his dogs. I'm glad he won the Globe.
The Wrestler is a great movie, and he was inspiring in it.
Always like Mr. Rourke. Wondered what happened to him for all these years. Rumblefish, 91/2 weeks... great movies! Glad he's back!
Always like Mr. Rourke. Wondered what happened to him for all these years. Rumblefish, 91/2 weeks... great movies! Glad he's back!
Hannah Palindrome is a douchebag.
Thanks Mick.....for showing the world what's really important. God's speed. We love you!!!!!
good for mickey. he is cool guy and his dogs are groovy too. i glad he wins. and booboo - you can get dogs who poo hard pellets. my mother has a five pound shizu/mini poodle mix. his terds are tiny, solid and don't smell at all.
This is not the first time an award winner thanked his dog. When Bill Clinton won the Time Man of the Year he thanked Hillary.
Its a friggin dog...sad to see human beings that are more socialble w/thier dogs than other humans...
Its a friggin dog...sad to see human beings that are more socialble w/thier dogs than other humans...
Mickey Rourke's win is wonderful in many aspects. Most importantly, here is an actor who was written off by his own self destruction, but proved with severe and intense hard work, hope and the power to believe in himself again, truly rose against all odds.........
BRAVO MICKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well I guess it goes without saying...if you can't say anything good maybe I should not say anything at all. N-O-T!! what a dopehead, loser, perfect Hollywood Idol boy! Oh boo-hoo lost my poor lil pooch, give me a friggin break you loser! They actually pay you for that performance, there are folks out here who would do it for half of what you got. Remember "you reap what you sow"? You ought to thank your God and not you dog, speaking of idiots.
>>This is not the first time an award winner thanked his dog. When Bill Clinton won the Time Man of the Year he thanked Hillary. <<
bwhahahahahaha
Its a friggin dog...it has no soul
Boy: the dog might not have a soul but it has a heart. When your kids become teenagers the dog may be the only one happy to see you come home. When you screw up the dog could care less, and still loves you. The dog is never embarassed to be seen with you, no matter age, mental, financial and or physical condition. Dogs beat the hell out of most all home security services that are out there. You can sleep in peace with your canine buddy close by.
Most humans could learn from dogs, rather than casting blame, hate and excuses in order to remain remain as arseholes.
All of you insensitive human apes have missed the point of the beautiful world if you can't appreciate the wonders of pets, which no doubt are sometimes man's best friend. Get your heads out of your asses.
All of you insensitive human apes have missed the point of the beautiful world if you can't appreciate the wonders of pets, which no doubt are sometimes man's best friend. Get your heads out of your asses.
thank god you kept it real. your the man awesome mickey everyone your not a sellout.im so glad your getting your pops. i know how u feel. but your awesome.
im a south florida guy,i hope you get what you deserve. i dont want nadda from you. you are the man
u are the man . the hell with everyone else
Dogs don't have souls? Who told you that? Who told you that you had one?
Humans are my competitors. My dog is my companion. Of course I prefer to socialize with him.
HA HA HA HA HA... Oh, my, Mickey Rourke is a crazy person. HOO HOO HA HA HA...
Good for you, you're a nice guy. Kick ass in the next movies. D
Screw`em Mickey, Dogs are better friends than humans in most cases. They don't care what kind of day you had or if you are losing your hair, and they love you unconditionally.
He's not crazy, in fact he's more down to Earth than most of the rest of Hollywood. Congrats Brother you did well.
who is Charles Miller and Roger? Couple of duh guys with no dates.
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