Mark Wahlberg
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg
Date of Birth: June 5, 1971
Place of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Height: 173 cm (5′8″)
Weight: ~82 kg
Religion: Roman Catholic
Nationality: American
Ancestry: Irish, Swedish, French-Canadian
Languages: English
Marital Status: Married to Rhea Durham (since 2009)
Children: 4 (Ella Rae b. 2003, Michael b. 2006, Brendan b. 2008, Grace Margaret b. 2010)
Occupation: Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur, Former Rapper
Education: Copley Square High School (dropped out, later GED)
Net Worth: $400M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: 25M+
Businesses: Wahlburgers chain, Municipal apparel brand, F45 Training gyms
Notable Works: Boogie Nights, The Departed, Ted, Transformers, Pain & Gain
Current Residence: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Number of Houses: 2 (Las Vegas, Beverly Hills)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Youngest of nine children in a working-class family.
- Dropped out of high school at 14, earned GED later in life.
- Had troubled youth and legal issues before turning to music and acting.
- Began as rapper “Marky Mark” in group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch.
- Transitioned into acting in the 1990s, gaining credibility with Boogie Nights.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1991: Music success with Good Vibrations.
- 1997: Breakthrough role in Boogie Nights.
- 2006: Starred in Academy Award-winning The Departed.
- 2010–2015: Comedy success with Ted and Ted 2.
- 2014–2017: Part of Transformers franchise.
- 2019–2025: Producer and entrepreneur expanding Wahlburgers and fitness investments.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award nomination (The Departed).
- Golden Globe nomination (The Fighter).
- MTV Movie Awards winner.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2010).
🧠 Did You Know?
- Started career as rapper “Marky Mark.”
- Younger brother of Donnie Wahlberg (New Kids on the Block).
- Deeply religious Catholic; attends mass regularly.
- Known for strict fitness routine, often waking up at 2:30 AM to train.
- Owns Wahlburgers with brothers Paul and Donnie.
- Was once in prison as a teenager before turning life around.
- Producer of hit HBO series Entourage.
- Moved family from Beverly Hills to Las Vegas in 2022.
- Strong advocate for education reform and youth mentorship.
- Has appeared in both action blockbusters and comedies.
- Invested in sports nutrition companies.
- Originally considered for roles like Ocean’s Eleven and Brokeback Mountain.
- Close friends with Dwayne Johnson.
- Heavily involved in charity work for underprivileged children.
- Runs Municipal, an athletic wear company.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mark Wahlberg born and how old is he?
He was born on June 5, 1971; he is years old as of 2025.
Who is Mark Wahlberg married to?
He married model Rhea Durham in 2009.
Does Mark Wahlberg have children?
Yes — four children: Ella Rae (b. 2003), Michael (b. 2006), Brendan (b. 2008), Grace Margaret (b. 2010).
Where does Mark Wahlberg live?
Currently in Las Vegas, Nevada.
What movies made Mark Wahlberg famous?
Boogie Nights, The Departed, Ted, Transformers, The Fighter.
What is Mark Wahlberg’s net worth?
Estimated at $400M+ (2025).
What businesses does he own?
Wahlburgers chain, Municipal apparel, F45 Training gyms.
How tall is Mark Wahlberg?
173 cm (5′8″).
Has he won major awards?
Yes — Oscar nomination, Golden Globe nomination, Walk of Fame star.
What ancestry does he have?
Irish, Swedish, French-Canadian.
Is he religious?
Yes, he is a practicing Catholic.
What was his early career?
Began as rapper “Marky Mark.”
Did he serve time in jail?
Yes, briefly as a teenager before turning his life around.
What is his workout routine?
Wakes up as early as 2:30 AM for training.
What TV shows has he produced?
Produced HBO hit Entourage and Boardwalk Empire.