Happy birthday! Mark Wahlberg turns 55 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 5, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 55 on Friday, Jun. 5, 2026.

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Mark Wahlberg is celebrating his 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-producer-rapper Mark Wahlberg (Ted, The Fighter, The Departed, Boogie Nights, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Wahlberg, a cultural icon

Born Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg in Boston on June 5, 1971, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wahlberg's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Mark hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mark Wahlberg as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Mark, you're the best!