Mark Wahlberg doesnt 'force' faith on family Mark Wahlberg's religious beliefs are important to him but he wants his children to find their own way. 15 April 2026 Mark Wahlberg has refused to "force [his] faith" on his children. Mark Wahlberg won't force his faith on his family The 54-year-old actor - who has Ella, 22, Michael, 20, Brendan, 17, and Grace, 16, with wife Rhea Durham - is a devout Catholic and while he has always "tried to be an example" to his kids, he is keen for them to make their own decisions when it comes to spirituality.