Mark Wahlberg’s Height, Age, Net Worth & Biography

Mark Wahlberg’s height is 5’8” (173 cm).

Known as Marky Mark on stage, Wahlberg is famous for appearing in movies like The Perfect Storm and Planet of the Apes. However, before acting, the star’s local popularity grew through his music group, known as Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch.

Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg was born on the 5th of June 1971 in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S., to the family of Donald Edmond Wahlberg Sr. and Alma Donnelly. He was raised Catholic in a large family with over eight siblings.

Walhberg’s parents got divorced in 1982, which caused the star to abuse substances by age 13. In addition, he has also gotten involved in many legal issues, such as racial assault, attempted murder, and failure to obtain a pardon.

Mark Wahlberg Bio

Before pursuing an acting career, Wahlberg recorded with several dancers and rappers. His group, Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, also earned a hit with “Good Vibrations” from their debut album, Music for the People.

Wahlberg has also appeared in a series of underwear ads for Calvin Klein, putting his physique on display. In fact, the star even made a workout video titled “The Marky Mark Workout”.

Getting back to his acting career, Wahlberg made his acting debut in the television film The Substitute. And, his films like Boogie Nights and The Perfect Storm helped garner a lot of initial attention.

Walhberg was also the executive producer of the HBO series Entourage, which was inspired a lot by his personal experiences in Hollywood.

Full Name	Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg
Nickname	Monk D, Marky Mark
Profession	Actor, Businessman, Producer, Rapper
Famous for	Appearing in movies like Planet of the Apes, Ted, and Transformers, and producing several HBO series, such as Entourage and Ballers
Date of Birth	June 5, 1971
Age (as of 2023)	51 years
Birthplace	Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Zodiac Sign	Gemini
School	Copley Square High School
College	N/A
Father’s Name	Donald Edmond Wahlberg Sr.
Mother’s Name	Alma Donnelly
Siblings	Tracey Wahlberg, Buddy Wahlberg, Donna Wahlberg, Michelle Wahlberg, Donnie Wahlberg, Paul Wahlberg, Robert Wahlberg, Jim Wahlberg, Scott Wahlberg, Debbie Wahlberg, Arthur Wahlberg
Marital Status	Married
Girlfriend Name	N/A
Wife Name	Rhea Durham
Friends Name	Kevin Hart, Henry Laun
Religion	Christian
Hometown	Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Current Address	Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
Children	Ella Rae Wahlberg, Michael Wahlberg, Brendan Wahlberg, Grace Margaret Wahlberg
Hobbies	Football, Boxing, Basketball
Awards	MTV Movie & TV Award for Best On-Screen Duo, Florida Film Critics Circle for Best Cast, National Board of Review for Best Cast, Satellite Award for Best Ensemble Cast
Net Worth	$420 Million
Monthly Earning	$2 Million

Physical Measurement & More

Wahlberg often undergoes physical transformations for his roles in films. And, his shredded physique surely helped him gain a huge internet audience. So if you are interested, feel free to take a look down below at his physical measurements.

Height (approx.)	In centimeters - 173 cm In meters - 1.73 m In feet inches - 5’8”
Weight (approx.)	75 kg
Eye Color	Hazel
Hair Color	Dark Brown

Social Media Account Link

If you are someone who wants to stay updated on Wahlberg’s latest activities, make sure to follow his social media accounts. Above all, the star loves sharing his activities and thoughts on the internet.

Instagram	@markwahlberg	20.4M followers
Twitter	@markwahlberg	3.9M Followers
Facebook	@markwahlberg	24M followers
YouTube	N/A	N/A
TikTok	N/A	N/A
Snapchat	N/A	N/A

Facts

Despite not being able to complete his high school education during his youth, Wahlberg earned his GED at age 42 so that he could tell his kids to attend school.
Before forming his own music group, Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, Wahlberg was part of New Kids on the Block along with his brother Donnie.
For a couple of years, Wahlberg even became the face of Calvin Klein underwear.
Wahlberg and his brother James established The Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation in 2001 to improve the lives of inner-city youth.
Walhberg loves fitness, as his home itself features a full-size boxing ring and a huge private gym.
Perhaps a rich hobby, the star loves collecting Swiss watches such as Rolex and Patek Philippe.
The reason we don’t see any of Wahlberg’s tattoos is that he had them all removed in a five-year process.

Commonly Asked Questions About Mark Wahlberg

What ethnicity is Mark Wahlberg?

Wahlberg is half-Swedish and half-Irish thanks to his father being from Switzerland and his paternal grandmother being from Ireland.

What happened to Marky Mark?

After Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch got disbanded, Wahlberg teamed with reggae musician Prince Ital Joe. However, he retired from music in 1998, pursuing an acting career in the United States.

Do all the Wahlbergs have the same mother and father?

No, all the Wahlbergs do not have the same mother, but they do share the same father.

What did Mark Wahlberg do before acting?