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Mark Wahlberg
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Mark Wahlberg

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Also known as Mark, Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg, Marky Mark, Michael Wahlberg

Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg, formerly known by his stage name Marky Mark, is an American actor, producer, and former rapper. His work as a leading man spans the comedy, drama, and action genres. He has received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award, and nominations for two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and nine Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Mark Wahlberg is an American film actor, television actor, and film producer. Born in Boston in 1971, he is also recognized for his work in rapping and hip-hop genres, having recorded for Interscope Records. His notable works include the titles *Infinite*, *Marky Mark*, and *Rock Star*. He has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award for Best Picture.

Wahlberg is married to Rhea Durham, and they have four children. He resides in Beverly Hills and Las Vegas. His siblings include Robert Wahlberg and Donnie Wahlberg. He was convicted of assault and is recognized in the Hollywood Walk Of Fame collection.

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Born
1971-06-05
Works
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  • Infinite
  • Marky Mark
  • Rock Star

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Type
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Gender
Male
Country
United States
Active from
1971

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Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg (born June 5, 1971), formerly known by his stage name Marky Mark, is an American actor, producer, and former rapper. His work as a leading man spans the comedy, drama, and action genres. He has received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA TV Award and a Sports Emmy Award, and nominations for two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, and nine Primetime Emmy Awards.

Wahlberg was born in Boston. As a youth, he took part in a number of violent and racially motivated attacks, resulting in a felony conviction. He gained fame as a member of the hip hop group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch in the 1990s, with whom he released the albums Music for the People (1991) and You Gotta Believe (1992). Wahlberg made his screen debut in Renaissance Man (1994) and had his first starring role in Fear (1996). He received critical praise for his performance as porn actor Dirk Diggler in Boogie Nights (1997).

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