Mark Wahlberg, a Christian actor, plans to establish ‘Hollywood 2.0’ and has revealed the site of his new studio.

Mark Wahlberg Wants to Turn Las Vegas into Hollywood 2.0

“I would love to see us building studios, creating jobs and just diversifying the economy. I’ve moved my last film here. I’m shooting another film here coming up in the summertime,”

– Mark Wahlberg

Actor Mark Wahlberg has big plans for Las Vegas. He believes that the city can become the new Hollywood and is urging Nevada lawmakers to increase tax credits for film production from $10 million per year to $190 million per year over the next 20 years. Wahlberg has said that Las Vegas can be “Hollywood 2.0.”

Creating Jobs and Opportunities

“We’re looking to create 10,000 jobs on the studio alone,” he said. “The average salary would be $100,000 more than what it is now. We want to train people both in front of and behind the camera, create jobs, most importantly, first and foremost, for locals.”

Wahlberg praised the efforts of Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo to enhance Nevada’s economic base. “There’s lots of opportunity for growth here, and the government, especially our new governor, is really looking for opportunities to create jobs outside of gaming,” he said.

Wahlberg said his business future in Nevada could also include a shoe factory and one that makes apparel. “We want to create as much opportunity for as many people as possible. We want to uncover new and exciting talent. There are so many amazing storytellers out there and so many amazing stories to be told,” he said.

Opposition to Tax Credits

The bill for tax credits drew some opposition. “We offer these abatements and credits at the expense of our communities,” Battle Born Progress leader Annette Magnus said. “If you want to bring your business here, then please do. Please do it on your own and at your own expense and stop using our communities to fund it,” she said.

Mark Wahlberg’s Faith

Wahlberg has often gone his own way in Hollywood, particularly in terms of religion. Earlier this year, in an interview that was posted by the “Today” YouTube channel, he said, “[My faith] it’s everything, it really has, it’s afforded me so many things. … God didn’t come here to save the saints, He came to save the sinners.”

Mark Wahlberg is not just a Hollywood actor, he is a man with a vision for the future of Las Vegas. He wants to create jobs, diversify the economy, and turn the city into a hub for film production. With his new studio, he hopes to uncover new talent and tell amazing stories. While there is opposition to the tax credits, Wahlberg remains optimistic about the future of Las Vegas and his business ventures in the city.

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