The bad boy of Hollywood Mickey Rourke turns 59 today. The infamous American actor gained a reputation of being difficult to work. It wasn't long before Rourke succumbed to a hedonistic lifestyle, which led to difficult behaviour on the set.

In 1979,Rourke landed his first significant role in Steven Spielberg's film, 1941. But it wasn't until his role as an arsonist in the film Body Heart (1981) that Rourke was able to attract critical notice and soon regarded a 'sex symbol'.

In 2008, Rourke met more critical acclaim with his role as Randy "The Ram" Robinson in the film, The Wrestler. Rourke won a Golden Globe for his performance, and earned a nomination for an Academy Award.

Rourke had acted in several notable films including The Expendables, Iron Man 2, and Immortals.

Friday Moviez wishes the larger than life actor all the wonderful blessings in life. Happy Birthday Mickey!