Bruno Mars' real name is Peter Gene Hernandez. ‘Bruno’ was inspired by a wrester named Bruno Sammartino. The singer claims he was a "chunky little baby", so his dad used to call him that. AndThrowback Hits. Bruno Mars' real name is Peter Gene Hernandez. He was born on 8th October 1985 in Honolulu, Hawaii. At age two, he was nicknamed Bruno by his father because of his resemblance
Early Life Born Peter Gene Hernandez on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, singer-songwriter Bruno Mars grew up in a very musical family. His father, Pete, was a Latin percussionist from
Mini Bio. Peter Gene Hernandez known professionally as Bruno Mars, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, musician, dancer, and music video director. He is known for his stage performances, retro showmanship, and for performing in a wide range of musical styles, including pop, R&B, funk, soul, reggae, disco, and rock. scGayO7.