I’ll admit it — there’s a part of me that wants to root for everything Mark Wahlberg does, no matter what. No, it’s not because I was a Marky Mark fan (I most definitely wasn’t). Part of it is because of his Dorchester roots — I love it when a local guy hits it big (so yes, I’m a fan of Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Chris O’Donnell, Jeffrey Donovan and their ilk for the same reason). But it’s mostly because when Wahlberg works on a project, his heart is in it, every time.
I’m not going to get all philosophical on you (well, maybe just a little bit) but when you’re a part of something you believe in so completely, it’s bound to have some measure of success. Especially when you’re Mark Wahlberg: Entourage (seven seasons and multiple Emmys), The Fighter (Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee), In Treatment (critically acclaimed, Emmy, Golden Globe, Writer’s Guild awards) — just to name a few.
Can Wahlberg continue his streak with his new CBS comedy pilot, Home Game? It’s about a retired NFL champ who comes home to his wife and daughters, and it’s based on three-time Superbowl champ Mark Schlereth. I’m voting yes; you know Wahlberg’s a sports fan and his heart is in this — the magic will continue.
Do you agree?
Clacked by Debbie McDuffee
on Jan 29, 2011 @ 13:29 EST5EDT
I love Mark Wahlberg – wanted you to know that you repeated misspelled his name in the blog post.
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Thank you Mary — in my defense, I spelled it correctly one time (although THAT one was the typo! ;-)).
Mark Wahlberg continues to impress — he’s got a great sense, in addition to his passion, about what will work, whether for the big or small screen. As a fanatical sports fan, I can’t help but be excited about this latest venture. Knowing he’s involved is the proverbial cherry on top.