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Donnie Wahlberg - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 17, 1969 |
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| Age | 56 |
| Birthplace | Dorchester, Boston, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Donnie Wahlberg's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Member of New Kids on the Block and for starring as Detective Danny Reagan on 'Blue Bloods'. |
Intro
Donnie Wahlberg is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and producer, best known as a founding member of the boy band New Kids on the Block and for his acting roles in the 'Saw' film series and the television series 'Blue Bloods.'
Early Life & Background
Donnie Wahlberg grew up in Dorchester, a neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts, as the eighth of nine siblings in a working-class family. His younger brother is actor Mark Wahlberg. He attended Copley High School but left to pursue a career in music.
Career Highlights
- Founding member and performer in New Kids on the Block, a major pop boy band popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
- Appeared in several films, most notably as Detective Eric Matthews in the 'Saw' film franchise.
- Starred as Detective Danny Reagan in the CBS television series 'Blue Bloods' since 2010.
- Worked as an executive producer on reality TV, including 'Boston's Finest.'
Trivia
- Donnie Wahlberg is the brother of actor Mark Wahlberg.
- He was a co-owner of the Wahlburgers restaurant chain, which is also the focus of a reality TV show.
- He married actress and TV host Jenny McCarthy in 2014.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Donnie Wahlberg?
Donnie Wahlberg is 56 years old.
When was Donnie Wahlberg born?
Donnie Wahlberg was born the 17 August 1969.
Where is Donnie Wahlberg from?
Dorchester, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 17th, 1969, in brief:
- Historical events: The Woodstock Music Festival continued on August 17, 1969, featuring performances from numerous artists, including The Who and Joan Baez. The event was marked by a spirit of peace and music, despite challenging weather conditions and logistical issues. It solidified its place in history as a landmark cultural event.
- Day of the week: August 17th, 1969 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: In The Year 2525 (Exordium & Terminus) by Zager & Evans
- #1 UK song: Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones
- Popular movie: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid directed by George Roy Hill
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