Mark Wahlberg doesn't 'shy away' from his faith: 'It's just the most important aspect of my life'

George Clooney has joked Mark Wahlberg and Johnny Depp now "regret" turning down the chance to star in Ocean's Eleven. During an appearance alongside director Steven Soderbergh at the 2023 TCM Classic Film Festival over the weekend, the Hollywood star confirmed Wahlberg and Depp had both been approached for the part of pickpocket Linus Caldwell in the 2001 heist comedy. Ultimately, the role went to Matt Damon.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Steven Soderbergh’s beloved 2001 heist comedy “Ocean’s Eleven” remains one of the director’s most star-studded affairs thanks to an ensemble that included George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Julia Roberts, Don Cheadle and more. It turns out the group wanted even more star power, as Clooney recently confirmed reports that both Mark Wahlberg and Johnny Depp were approached to star in the movie (via Entertainment Weekly). “Steven had just done ‘Erin Brockovich’ and ‘Traffic,’ and he was nominated for [an Oscar for] directing both films,” Clooney said during a discussion with Soderbergh at the TCM Film Festival. “So, people really wanted to work with Steven.”

George Clooney blasted Hollywood actors Johnny Depp and Mark Wahlberg for rejecting roles in "Ocean’s Eleven." The 61-year-old actor revealed that both Depp and Wahlberg turned down the role of Linus Caldwell after being approached for the gig.The role ended up going to Matt Damon. "Some very famous people told us to f--- right off.

George Clooney is talking about some of the Hollywood stars that turned down starring in Ocean’s Eleven.

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Pregnant Ferne McCann was happy and relaxed as she shared the final few pictures of her idyllic Moroccan getaway with her daughter Sunday and her fiancé Lorri Haines. In a slew of snaps shared to her Instagram grid, the former The Only Way Is Essex star revealed she was "missing Morocco", and while she was now home, the moments and memories from the trip were "too beautiful not to share". In one snap, Ferne, whose fans think they've worked out the gender of her baby, looked utterly chic in a beige dress and matching shawl as she cradled her bump, while in another, she continued her sensational maternity style in a fabulous chocolate brown dress while dining in style at Nobu.

Mark Wahlberg is getting back to his roots. In a video he shared on Instagram, the actor returned to a grocery store called Stop & Shop in Quincy, Massachusetts, where he worked as a teenager. His purpose, he said, was to get his old job back.

Mark Wahlberg is going back to his roots.

Mark Wahlberg isn’t the only member of his family who knows how to get a laugh.  Wahlberg's 13-year-old daughter Grace sported his workout line and did a little impersonation at her dad’s expense in a video he posted to Instagram earlier this week. "Municipal from head to toe," the teen says in a fake ad, pretending to be the 51-year-old while wearing duds from the Municipal Sport Utility Gear line co-founded by Wahlberg.  "The new municipal shoes, shorts. Municipal and 45, the sweatshirt, the hat," she adds.

Mark Wahlberg is getting roasted by his teen. The 51-year-old actor recently took to Instagram to share a video of his 13-year-old daughter, Grace, modeling his clothing line and playfully roasting him along the way.In the hilarious clip, the teen models her dad's Municipal Sport Utility Gear line and shows off his Performance Inspired supplements.«Municipal from head to toe.

Raven Ross is loving life with her new mystery man. The season 3 alum still hasn't publicly shared the identity of her new man, but over the weekend, she shared several photos and videos of herself and her beau on a romantic birthday weekend beach getaway.The Pilates instructor posted a photo of a hotel room bed covered in rose petals that read, «I [love] U,» and balloons that read, «Happy Birthday,» over the headboard.In the shot, Raven's man is seen with his back to the camera sitting on the balcony looking out at the ocean.«If you feel like you'll never find your person, be patient.

Ferne McCann has shown off her blossoming baby bump during her lavish Marrakesh getaway.The former TOWIE star, 32, appeared to be enjoying the Moroccan sun as she shared a bikini snap to her Instagram page that saw her reclining on a sun lounger in a patterned blue bikini and white sun hat. Wishing her 2.9 million followers a happy Easter, Ferne wrote: "Happy Easter you lovely lot.Typically I would have a roast lamb in the oven & getting ready for an egg hunt but today we are getting ready for another pool day in Marrakech.

Mark Wahlberg says his new home city of Las Vegas has a lot to offer.

Did you know that Mark Wahlberg is an investor in a tequila brand?

Mark Wahlberg joined the ongoing celebrity exodus from Hollywood last fall when he moved his family to Nevada.  The 51-year-old actor, who recently celebrated the opening of his second Wahlburger's restaurant location on the Las Vegas Strip, says he relocated to provide a better life for his children.  In an interview with Fox News Digital, Walhberg raved about the move's positive impact on them. "It's really giving the kids a chance to thrive," the "Father Stu" star said.

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Not his finest moments. While Mark Wahlberg has gained success throughout his career, he has faced his fair share of controversies.

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey still have a great relationship. The pair, who married in 2008, divorced in 2016, and had a set of twins, are still friends. In a new interview, Cannon talked about how special Carey and how she still is “the love of his life.” Nick Cannon shares how much he pays on child supportNick Cannon welcomes his 12th child with Alyssa Scott, one month after his 11thA post shared by NICK CANNON (@nickcannon)“Like the greatest? I mean, I always talk about that,” he said in an interview with The Shade Room.

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