Mark Wahlberg Biography
Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg was born on June 5, 1971, in Dorchester, Boston. He first rose to fame as rapper Marky Mark before reinventing himself as an acclaimed actor, earning an Oscar nomination for The Departed and headlining action hits like Transformers, Lone Survivor, and Ted. He has been married to Rhea Durham since 2009 and they have four children.
Personal Life
Who are Mark Wahlberg's parents?
Unknown
Did Mark Wahlberg have siblings?
Yes — Donnie Wahlberg.
Was Mark Wahlberg married?
Mark Wahlberg was married once, to Rhea Durham (2009–None).
Did Mark Wahlberg have children?
Mark Wahlberg had 4 children: Ella Wahlberg, Michael Wahlberg, Brendan Wahlberg, Grace Wahlberg.
What religion was Mark Wahlberg?
Mark Wahlberg was Catholic.
What was Mark Wahlberg's ethnicity?
Mark Wahlberg was of American heritage.
Career Highlights
Movies
- Boogie Nights (1997) — Watch on Amazon
- The Departed (2006) — Watch on Amazon
- Ted (2012) — Watch on Amazon
- Lone Survivor (2013) — Watch on Amazon
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Albums
- Music for the People (1991)
Awards
- Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor (2007)
Facts About Mark Wahlberg
- First found fame as rapper Marky Mark with the Funky Bunch
- Earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor in The Departed
- Brother of New Kids on the Block singer Donnie Wahlberg
- Built a business empire spanning film production, fitness, and restaurants
Mark Wahlberg Quotes
"The only easy day was yesterday."
Legacy
Mark Wahlberg parlayed a music career into one of Hollywood's most bankable and entrepreneurial acting and producing runs.
Sources
Last verified: 2026-08-17