Bruno Mars

Peter Gene Hernandez, born October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a singer, songwriter, and producer of Puerto Rican and Filipino heritage who became one of the most complete entertainers of his era. Known professionally as Bruno Mars, he built his reputation as a hitmaker for others before "Just the Way You Are" (2010) launched his solo superstardom. "Unorthodox Jukebox" (2012) earned the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album. "24K Magic" (2016) swept seven Grammy Awards at the 2018 ceremony—equaling the record for most in a single night by a male artist. His Silk Sonic project with Anderson .Paak yielded "Leave the Door Open," which won four Grammys in 2022. Mars has sold over 130 million records, holds 11 Guinness World Records, and his Super Bowl XLVIII halftime performance (2014) remains one of the highest-rated in history. He is celebrated equally for his vocal versatility, extraordinary live performances, and meticulous production craftsmanship.