Donnie Wahlberg

Movie Actor

Donald Edmond Wahlberg Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, actor, record producer, and film producer. He is a founding member of the boy band New Kids on the Block.

Full Name

Birthday

Aug 17, 1969

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AGE

BORN

United States

BIrth SIGN

Leo

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Height

5′ 10″

Net Worth

About

Donnie Wahlberg was born on August 17, 1969, in Dorchester, Massachusetts. His zodiac sign is Leo and his ethnicity is Irish-American. He is the eighth of nine children born to mother Alma McPeck and father Donald Edmond Wahlberg Sr., and he was raised in a Catholic household.

At a young age, Wahlberg began studying martial arts and dance. He was part of the 1980s pop group New Kids on the Block (NKOTB), which released their first album in 1986. The band's success made him an international teen idol, and they had five top ten singles on the U.S. Hot 100 chart between 1988-90. In 1994, he left NKOTB to pursue an acting career.

In 1996, Wahlberg appeared in Renny Harlin's action flick The Long Kiss Goodnight alongside Geena Davis, Samuel L Jackson and Craig Bierko. His performance earned him critical acclaim and an MTV Movie Award nomination for Best Breakthrough Performance. In 1997, he starred in another action movie called The Jackal alongside Bruce Willis and Richard Gere; this role also earned him more critical praise and awards recognition.

Wahlberg has since gone on to appear in a number of other films such as Southie (1998), Three Kings (1999), Planet of the Apes (2001) , Saw II (2005) , Righteous Kill (2008), Zookeeper (2011) , Blue Bloods (2010-present). He also starred in the A&E reality series Wahlburgers with his brothers Mark and Paul which aired from 2014-2019. Aside from his acting career, Wahlberg has also ventured into producing movies such as The Sixth Sense (1999).

Life Timeline

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1969</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Donnie Wahlberg is Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">On August 17, 1969, Donnie Wahlberg was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1984</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Begins Musical Career</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg joins the boy band New Kids on the Block and they become an international sensation.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1995</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Makes Film Debut</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg makes his film debut in Bullet with Mickey Rourke.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2000</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Nominated for a Golden Globe</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg is nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance in the film The Sixth Sense.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2010</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Joins Cast of Blue Bloods</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg joins the cast of the CBS show Blue Bloods as Detective Danny Reagan.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2013</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Launches Production Company</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg launches his own production company, Donnie D. Productions.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2016</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wahlberg receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to television and film.</p></div>

Why We Love Them

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> He's an Accomplished Actor</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Donnie Wahlberg has been a part of some great films and television shows throughout his career. His performances have earned him multiple awards, nominations, and even a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> He's a Philanthropist</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Donnie Wahlberg is a philanthropist who donates his time and money to many charities. He has a very generous heart and he makes sure those in need are taken care of.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> He's a Loving Father</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Donnie Wahlberg is a great father to his children. He always puts family first, and he takes the time to make sure they are taken care of and happy. He is also a great example of how to be a successful parent while still having time for yourself.</p></div>

Interesting Facts

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">1.</span> First Professional Singer</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Donnie Wahlberg was the first member of the band New Kids on the Block to become a professional singer, releasing his first solo album in 1989.</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">2.</span> Played in a Band Before Acting</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Before becoming an actor, Donnie Wahlberg was the lead vocalist in the 1980s pop group New Kids on the Block.</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">3.</span> First Actor to Play Danny Reagan</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Donnie Wahlberg was the first actor to play Danny Reagan on the CBS police drama Blue Bloods, appearing in over 200 episodes.</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">4.</span> Was Married to Kim Fey</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Donnie Wahlberg was married to fellow actress/singer Kim Fey from 1999 to 2008. They had two sons together.</p></div>