Mark Wahlberg is an American actor, producer, restaurateur and former rapper.
He was once known by his former stage name Marky Mark from his career with the group Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch.
As an actor, he is most notable for his work in films like Boogie Nights, Planet of the Apes, the Italian Job, The Departed, Ted and the live-action Transformers remakes.
He was the world s highest-paid actor in 2017.
He was accumulated a series of accolades including a BAFTA and Boston Film Critic awards. He has been nominated for 16 academy awards but has yet to win.
Wahlberg also served as executive producer of five HBO series: the comedy-drama Entourage (2004–2011), the period crime drama Boardwalk Empire.