Donnie Wahlberg has shared a heartfelt message after losing someone close to him, and fans are rallying around him in a show of support.
Donnie Wahlberg Pays Tribute to a Dear Friend
On Monday, December 15, the actor and New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) musician posted several photos on Instagram of himself and his concert tour manager, Victor Popovic. The post gives a glimpse into their professional and personal relationship, and they appeared to share a close bond. Photos show them posing together and smiling, taking a plane trip together, hanging out on tour, and at a sporting match.
In other photos, the whole band poses together. In the caption, Wahlberg shared his thoughts. “Gonna miss you my guy. A lot. You were always a real friend and a true brother,” he began his message. “I know for certain that you’re in a better place. I know that with all my heart. Doesn’t make it any easier to know that you won’t be here any longer, but it will ease the sorrow until I see you again. Love you Vic. Rest Peacefully.”
Wahlberg ended his post with a proverb, writing, “Matthew 11:28 Proverbs 17:17” and then wished his dear friend a “Happy Eternal Birthday!”
Fans Show Their Support for Donnie Wahlberg
Fans flooded Wahlberg’s post with messages of love and support. “My heart is so broken! Victor was always smiling and so kind when I saw him at meet and greet! Rest in Heaven Victor! We miss you!” a comment reads.
“Such a beautiful tribute. Heaven gained one of the best. Love you, Donnie,” another person shared.
Other reactions include, “Makes all the “happy birthdays” mean even more now. Sending so much love to you and all the rest of his family/friends,” and “Sending you so much love my friend. Vic will be missed by all of us. We were all so lucky to know him.”
New Kids on the Block, in addition to Wahlberg, is made up of Jordan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Danny Wood, and Jonathan Knight, who ventured into television with HGTV’s “Farmhouse Fixer” before its cancellation this year.
“We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of our dear friend Vic Popovic,” the band’s tribute to Popovic on Instagram reads. ”Vic was more than a tour manager but a member of the family. We were lucky to have him by our side for many years and his humor, dedication and spirit brought so much joy to our days on the road and beyond. Our hearts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. We will miss him dearly.”
So sorry for your loss. May he rest in Peace.
Sorry for your loss my brother and all of my family of nkotb