People: Feb. 26, 2007

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I had a lot to draw upon. There's a fine line between cops and crooks in Boston. Guys I got in trouble with went on to become cops. Through the movie, I was able to close the door on that chapter of my life.

Your favorite Boston slang?

Dirtball or maggot. With the accent, they're Boston insults.

Weren't you acting when you were rapper Marky Mark?

I was acting well before that. I've always been a con artist, trying to talk my way out of trouble--or into it.

How realistic is Entourage's depiction of actors' extravagant spending?

The first purchase I made when I got a check for $100,000 was a Mercedes for $100,000. I didn't have money left over for insurance and gas.

Who's in your entourage now?

The new entourage is my girls, a nanny, a diaper bag. You're supposed to grow up and become responsible.