Celeb History | Past & Facts on Instagram: "Bruno Mars, born Peter Gene Hernandez on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, rose to fame as one of the most versatile performers of his era. Shaped by influences ranging from Elvis Presley to Prince, he was already on stage at a young age before relocating to Los Angeles to chase a music career. Before stepping into the spotlight himself, Mars built momentum behind the scenes as a songwriter and producer. His breakout came with his debut album Doo-W