One of the most popular Hollywood stars Mark Wahlberg is popular not only for his work on the silver screen but fans also take an interest in his personal life.

Apart from being a successful Hollywood actor, he is also known to be a devout catholic and has opened up about his faith and belief in God multiple times. However, people were amazed after the Uncharted star had an uncommon request for his now-wife, Rhea Durham, for their first date.


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Devout Christian Mark Wahlberg Had Unusual Request for Victoria's Secret Model Rhea Durham: "She said yes"
Mark Wahlberg And Rhea Durham’s Unusual First Date

Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham met for the first time in 2001 and tied the knot in 2009. They are considered one of the most good-looking couples in Hollywood and have been married for the past 14 years, and share four children. Unlike other celebrity couples, Wahlberg and Durham had an unusual first date.
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The Ted star has shared that he met his future wife in New York City while doing a press junket. He asked her out, and the model said yes. However, he then asked her if she wanted to go to church with him the next morning. Rhea Durham said yes again, and they had their first date in St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York.

“I asked her if she wanted to come out with me, and she said yes. Then I asked her if she wanted to come to church with me the next morning, and she said yes again,” Wahlberg shared. He also said that he immediately knew that she was the one and that his wife made him the man he is today.
Mark Wahlberg with his wife, Rhea Durham
Mark Wahlberg with his wife, Rhea Durham
Mark Wahlberg Credits His Wife For His Success

Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham have been going strong for more than decades, and many have wondered about the secret behind their successful relationship. The respect the two share for each other is visible through the Shooter actor crediting his wife for who he is today.
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During an interview with The Sun, he shared that Durham has been helpful to make him the man he is today and created a “beautiful life” for him and his children.

He also stated that one needs to make sure to settle with the right partner, which he found in the Victoria’s Secret model. It is also reported that Durham converted to Catholicism before their marriage to honor his faith and devotion to Catholicism.