Mark Wahlberg has spoken about the circumstances that led to his daughter’s recent hospitalization, revealing that 15-year-old Grace suffered an arm injury related to her passion for equestrian sports. The revelation about Mark Wahlberg daughter hospitalization came after a horse-riding competition, prompting her to share her recovery journey online.
Details on Grace Wahlberg’s Arm Injury
During a recent interview with Michelle Monaghan, Mark made it clear that his daughter’s accident was connected to her longtime commitment to horse riding. He stated that Grace has been an enthusiastic rider since she was young, and that the injury took place following an equestrian event.
It was very scary. She’s very brave. She’s tough,
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
She just wants to literally get back on the horse,
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
But it was very, very scary.
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
Mark emphasized the risks involved with the sport, but he also described Grace as resilient and determined to return to riding as soon as possible. He mentioned the anxiety he feels watching her compete, especially as she approaches more challenging heights and jumps.
especially as she goes up in height quite often…She’s eager to get back.
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
Grace Shares Her Recovery Experience Online
Following her hospitalization, Grace took to Instagram to post images of herself in the hospital bed, her arm secured in a sling. The captions suggested she was already looking forward to getting back into competition and rejoining her horse, writing,
no pressure we will be back.
— Grace Wahlberg
Prior to the accident, Grace had posted photos from another competition, showing her continued enthusiasm for riding and her plans for the season with her horse, captioning her post,
Tippy z…looking forward to a big year.
— Grace Wahlberg
Mark Wahlberg Discusses Family Life and Career Balance
While focusing on Grace’s recovery, Mark Wahlberg is also busy with his work, starring in the sequel The Family Plan 2 alongside Michelle Monaghan and new addition Kit Harington. The latest film, a follow-up to the 2023 action-comedy, was released on Apple TV+ on November 21. Mark stressed the importance of maintaining balance between his work in the entertainment industry and his family responsibilities.
For me, everything I do now, it’s for my kids. It’s for their future,
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
I try to find that balance. They came to Australia while I was making this movie [Play Dirty] to visit.
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
Mark explained that family comes first, aiming to spend as much time as possible with his four children—Ella, Michael, Brendan, and Grace—while still pursuing his career. Wahlberg highlighted the ongoing effort required to juggle his creative projects with quality time at home.
[I’m] trying to find that balance of spending quality time with them,
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
and then also being able to fulfill my creative endeavors.
— Mark Wahlberg, Actor
The Road Ahead for Grace and the Wahlberg Family
Although Grace’s arm injury was a concerning event for the Wahlberg family, her determination to return to equestrian competition underscores both her courage and the support she receives from her parents. Mark’s reflections on fatherhood reveal how his children, including Grace, Brendan, Michael, and Ella, remain at the heart of his priorities, even as he continues to succeed in films like The Family Plan 2. With recovery underway, Grace’s future in equestrian sports appears to be full of promise.
