Mickey Rourke

Mickey Rourke, a former boxer who transitioned to acting, emerged in the 1980s with roles in films like "Rumble Fish" and "9½ Weeks," earning critical acclaim for "Barfly" and "Angel Heart." After a hiatus in the late 1990s to pursue a career in professional boxing, Rourke returned to the screen in supporting roles before making a significant comeback as the lead in "Sin City." His portrayal of an aging wrestler in "The Wrestler" won him accolades, including a Golden Globe and a BAFTA. Since then, he has appeared in major Hollywood productions like "Iron Man 2" and "The Expendables," before shifting focus to independent cinema.