Mark Wahlberg

Mark Wahlberg, born on June 5, 1971, in Boston, Massachusetts, is an American actor, producer, and former rapper. He began his career in the entertainment industry as the younger brother of Donnie Wahlberg, a member of the successful boy band New Kids on the Block. Mark initially gained fame as the frontman of the rap group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, releasing hits like "Good Vibrations."

However, Wahlberg's true calling was in acting. He transitioned to film and quickly made a name for himself with roles in movies like "Boogie Nights" (1997), where he played a 1970s porn star, and "The Perfect Storm" (2000), a dramatic retelling of a real-life maritime disaster. Over the years, he solidified his position as a leading man in Hollywood with roles in films such as "The Departed" (2006), for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, "Transformers: Age of Extinction" (2014), and the "Ted" series.

In addition to his acting career, Wahlberg has also ventured into producing, with credits on hit TV shows like "Entourage" and "Boardwalk Empire." Off-screen, he's known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in support of youth and inner-city communities.