mark wahlberg (born june 5, 1971), former stage name marky mark, is an american actor, businessman, and former rapper. His work as a leading man spans the comedy, drama,. aug 19, 2024 · mark wahlberg, american rapper and actor who first gained fame with the group marky mark and the funky bunch and then as a calvin klein model before. a best supporting actor oscar nominee for the departed (2006) who went on to receive positive critical reviews for his performance in the fighter (2010), wahlberg also is a. sep…