The renowned actor Mark Wahlberg, along with his wife Rhea Durham and their four children, Ella, Michael, Brendan, and Grace, celebrated the New Year with a tropical getaway to St. James, Barbados. Wahlberg, known for his roles in films like Ted and The Fighter, shared the family’s joyous occasion with fans on social media.
New Year’s Celebration in Paradise
Wahlberg, 53, posted an Instagram Reel capturing the essence of their vacation. The reel featured a heartwarming photo of the couple and a separate image of Wahlberg and his children enjoying a festive dinner. The caption read, “HAPPY NEW YEAR🙏❤️🙏🥳2025 lets go,” expressing the family’s enthusiasm for the year ahead.
Family Fun in the Sun
The Wahlberg children also shared glimpses of their Barbados adventure on their own social media accounts. Michael, 18, posted a picturesque photo of himself relaxing by the water, while Ella, 21, showcased a carousel of images highlighting various activities, including fishing trips, dining out, and soaking up the Caribbean sun.
Rhea Durham, 46, offered a unique perspective on the vacation, sharing photos of the family’s New Year’s Eve dinner and a charming encounter with a friendly monkey. “This guy comes to see me at 4:30ish every day. Made a lifer 🐒🍌🐵🌴,” she humorously captioned a photo of her new primate friend. Another post featured a Christmas Eve photo of her and Mark posing in front of a decorated holiday tree.
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A History of Family Holidays
The recent Barbados trip follows a pattern of the Wahlberg family cherishing holiday time together. Durham previously shared photos of the entire family enjoying Thanksgiving dinner at Nobu in Las Vegas, expressing gratitude for having everyone together for the occasion.
From California to Las Vegas: A New Home for the Wahlbergs
In 2022, the Wahlberg family relocated from California to Las Vegas, a move motivated by Mark’s desire to provide a better environment for his children’s growth and pursuits. In a 2024 interview, he explained that Nevada offered a place where his children could “thrive and do their thing and pursue their interests,” citing his daughter’s equestrian passion, his older son’s basketball aspirations, and his younger son’s golfing talent as driving factors behind the decision.
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The move to Las Vegas reflects Wahlberg’s commitment to providing his children with the opportunities to pursue their dreams, highlighting the importance of family and a supportive environment in the actor’s life. The recent New Year’s vacation in Barbados further underscores the family’s strong bond and their enjoyment of quality time together.
