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“I tried to change my name for the fights, but the only way they could pay me money was if I used my own name. I wanted to change my name to, like, Romeo something-or-other, and they said, "No, we can't do that. We've got to use Mickey Rourke." Because they paid me a lot of money to go over to Europe and Asia to fight.”

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Mickey Rourke, born on September 16, 1952, is a renowned American actor known for his distinctive acting style and versatile roles. He gained widespread recognition for his performance in the film '9 1/2 Weeks' and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor. Rourke's acting career began in the 1970s with television roles, and he made a name for himself in the film industry in the 1980s. His notable works include 'The Wrestler' and 'The Runaway Bride'. more

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