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Mark Wahlberg’s ‘Dopey’ Son Michael, 18, Is His Famous Dad’s Mini-Me in New Celebration Photo

Mark Wahlberg’s ‘Dopey’ Son Michael, 18, Is His Famous Dad’s Mini-Me in New Celebration Photo

Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham’s four children may stand out in their own way, but they certainly seem to be making the most of the family genes.

The actor, 53, and his model wife, 46, share daughters Ella, 20, and Grace, 14, as well as sons Michael, 18, and Brendan, 16, and the eldest of their boys seems to put himself in his father’s place.

While he had previously shown an affinity for exercise and weights, much like his famous ripped father, he is now taking up competition, and his parents couldn’t be more proud.

Rhea took to her social media page to share this Michael had recently competed in a Brazilian jiu-jitsu competition and ultimately placed third, and shared a photo and video of the athletic teen.

“So proud of you! Let’s go!” she shared of the 18-year-old as he stood on the podium with his bronze medaland included a clip of him in full combat.

Mark was equally thrilled, simply commenting, “Stupid,” on Rhea’s post.with other fans adding: “I see you, man!!!” and: “Well done! Hard to watch but it creates such confidence and strength. My son did it too!” as well as: “Well done, Michael! »

However, Mark and Rhea’s other children are just as accomplished. Ella is currently a student at Clemson University in South Carolina, a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority.

Michael, apart from jiu-jitsu, is also a big fan of boxing and bodybuilding, while Brendan has shown particular prowess at basketball and, just like his father, golf.

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The youngest Grace, however, is already an Olympian in the making, a champion equestrian with several titles and blue ribbons already under her belt. She has been riding horses since she was very young and is now a professional rider.

Mark Wahlberg and his family at the premiere of The Union in Los Angeles© Getty Images
Mark and Rhea with three of their four children

Mark recently told E! News that while he’s known for being disciplined and extremely regimented when it comes to his routines and fitness, his youngest is already a cut above.

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“My daughter, believe it or not, is more disciplined than I am,” he remarked. “I didn’t adopt this kind of discipline until I was in my 30s and I had to do it because of work. And now she’s doing it on her own because she wants to be an Olympian.”

Mark Wahlberg and his daughter Ella Rae Wahlberg pose for a photo during a college visit, shared on social media©Instagram
Their oldest daughter, Ella, is a student at Clemson University.

He joked, “I always thought the Patriots’ appearance in the Super Bowl was the most nerve-wracking experience I’ve ever had. It pales in comparison to watching my daughter ride a horse.”

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THE Ted The star also expanded on her two sons’ sporting interests, saying Michael is “really interested in MMA, jiu jitsu and muay tai at the moment”, while Brendan “says he’s a better actor than me and he will be greater than me. was.”

Mark Wahlberg with his imposing sons©Instagram
Their towering sons are already very athletic and interested in a variety of sports.

He has already mentioned on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon from her daughter Grace: “She’s already traveling the world, jumping horses and doing her thing. She loves it… and she’s so proud of the little things. She’s at the barn every day, shoveling poop… she gets up before Me.”