Mark Wahlberg did not believe in true love when he was young. He promised himself that he would never give his heart to another girl. Rhea Durham was his first love, and he became a believer when he met her. They are proud parents to four children today. Follow them on their journey.
“Infinite”Mark Wahlberg was young when he experienced his first heartbreak. He was in love with a woman, and believed he had found his true love. However, he was locked up in prison and his love for her became a reality.
Wahlberg, who had a broken heart and an ill-conceived idea of love, decided that he was done with loving. He didn’t believe that he could ever give his heart to another person for many years.
Mark Wahlberg attended the NY special screening FATHER STU at The Sheen Center in New York City on April 7, 2022.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
He Recalls: “My heart was broken, and I decided, ‘I’m never giving my heart to a girl anymore.'”His views on heart issues remained the same despite not knowing what the future would bring. Rhea Durham was the catalyst that made his life change. Wahlberg credits Durham with everything that has happened in his life. She helped him to see women differently and respect them more.
MARK & RHEA’S RELATIONSHIP WAS NOT ALWAYS EASY
Wahlberg and Durham metNew York City is the home of the “Date Night”Actor was attending a press conference. He asked her if they would be willing to join him. He then asked her if he would take her to St. Patrick’s Cathedral that morning. She said yes.
It was a first date that she did not know, but it became a series of dates. Wahlberg says he was certain that the model was the right one for him after their first date. But, Wahlberg had to make sure he was ready to marry her.
Actor Mark Wahlberg (R), and Rhea Durham, his wife, arrive at the AFI Fest 2013 Presented by Audi – “Lone Survivor”Premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California on November 12, 2013. | Source: Getty Images
They quickly got along and settled down. Started a family. Their relationship had some problems despite their obvious chemistry and instant connection. Two years after their first date, they split up after Ella was born.
They could not be apart for too long and they soon reconciled. They went on to have their second child, twins Brendan and Michael, in 2006.
The “Instant Family”The model and star finally made their vows to each other in a Catholic ceremony held in Beverly Hills, August 2010. Durham was just four months pregnant at the time. The fourth child of a married couple.
Rhea Durham, Ella Rae Wahlberg and Mark Wahlberg attended Operation Smile’s 2015 Smile Gala at The Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills on October 2, 2015.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Wahlberg said that they took their time before finally getting married because Wahlberg had to be ready to make the commitment. His parents divorced when he is a kid so he was always skeptical about marrying.
He stated that he wasn’t ready to marry, regardless of the bride. He initially believed that he was committed to building a strong foundation before he would exchange vows. However, it took him a long time. Finally, he realized that it was time to take the big step. It is possible to say:
“We’re ready. I’m ready. She’s been ready, but I think you know we both come from broken homes, and we want to succeed.”
Actor Mark Wahlberg (R), with wife Rhea Duke, attend the ceremony “Ted 2″New York premiere at Ziegfeld Theater in New York City on June 24, 2015.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
‘YES’ AND’ IN THE COUPLE’S MARRIAGE
Wahlberg thought love was a distant dream, but he found the woman of her dreams. He cannot stop raving about Durham today. He praised her. It is possible to say:
“I owe a lot to my wife. She has helped me become the man that I am and created a beautiful life for me and our children.”
Actor Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham attend the ‘Pain & Gain’ premiere held at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 22, 2013 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
From the start, he knew that she loved and trusted him for who he is. He had never planned to have children and was not ready for it before meeting her.
He also noted that his feelings for Durham — who’d always wanted to be a mother and a wife — intensified when they started their own family. He Confession:
“You need the right woman in your life and that feeling that you’re going to be together for a long time.”
Los Angeles Premiere: Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Duke, actors and models “Max Payne”Grauman’s Chinese Theater, Hollywood, California on October 13, 2008. Source: Getty Images| Source: Getty Images
It takes a lot of effort and respect to have a happy marriage. You can also find the “Lone Survivor”An actor is able to respect his wife.
He said that he turned down many roles that involved sexual scenes and that he has been offered many other roles. As Closer Weekly reported, he spoke to WENN Reports:
“If it has anything to do with me kissing somebody, my wife’s not gonna like it, so I’ll fight to get it cut out. Those are the more important issues. I usually try to choose my battles wisely.”
Rhea Durham and Mark Wahlberg attend the event “2 Guns”Premiere at the SVA Theater, New York City on July 29, 2013.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
A union that has been in place for as long as Wahlberg or Durham can get very boring. However, the couple has found ways to spice up their love life.
Durham enjoys when her husband dresses up as a handyman. He also loves fixing or pretending to fix things around their house. The couple also dedicate Thursdays to date nights.
They leave their home every Thursday afternoon to go to a movie or just hang out. They’ll then go to a movie or meet up for dinner, catching up on their lives. Yet, they make sure to return home in time for their babies’ bedtimes.
Rhea Durham and Brendan Joseph Wahlberg attended Safe Kids Day at The Lot in West Hollywood, California on April 26, 2015. Grace Margaret Wahlberg, Ella Rae Wahlberg, Michael Wahlberg, and Mark Wahlberg were there.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
The couple is more than just building their marriage. They also enjoy parenting together. “I think the most important thing is to always be involved in every aspect of their life.”He TelledEsquire, according to Us Magazine.
Despite their famed Hollywood careers, Wahlberg is determined to give his children a sense of groundedness and gratitude. The “Daddy’s Home”Actor said that he is worried about his children’s inability to appreciate the good things in life after growing up in a wealthy household.
Wahlberg and Durham make sure their children are not entitled to anything. “You don’t wanna give your kids everything without giving them the tools to be great people.”He Mused.