A post shared on social media purports that actor Mark Wahlberg told Democrats in Hollywood to leave the United States.

Verdict: False

The post stems from a parody account.

Fact Check:

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A post shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, purported Wahlberg told Democrats in Hollywood to leave the country. The post shared an image of the actor in a suit.

“Mark Wahlberg calls out Hollywood Democrats,” the caption reads. “He said, ‘If you don’t like the USA, please leave and take your friends Alec Baldwin, Cher, Jennifer Lawrence, Miley Cyrus, Barbra Streisand, Matt Damon, Oprah, and Colin Kaepernick with you.’ Do you agree Mark? YES OR NO.”

The claim is inaccurate. The post appeared on a parody account. The account’s bio shares a disclaimer that it identifies as parody “Melania Trump ( Parody ) Fan Page.” There is also no such comment found on any of Wahlberg’s social media accounts. (RELATED: No, Image Does Not Show Chris Evans Wearing Shirt Supporting Kamala Harris)

Wahlberg previously said that many people who live in Hollywood are “in a bubble” and “out of touch” in a 2016 interview with Task & Purpose. Musician Jack White criticized Wahlberg on Instagram for associating with Trump last year, USA Today reported.

This is not the first time misinformation about public figures has been shared online. Check Your Fact recently debunked a claim that Theo Von wagered $125k on Trump winning the 2024 election.