Bruno Mars has evolved into one of the biggest names in music. Take a look back at photos of the R&B icon then and now.
Bruno Mars, born Peter Gene Hernandez, is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and performer known for blending R&B, funk, soul, pop, reggae, hip-hop, and rock. With his retro-inspired sound and high-energy performances, Mars has become one of the most successful and influential artists of his generation.
He first rose to mainstream fame in 2010 after appearing on chart-topping singles like “Nothin’ on You” with B.o.B and “Billionaire” with Travie McCoy. That same year, Mars released his debut studio album, Doo‑Wops & Hooligans, which produced major hits including “Just the Way You Are”, “Grenade”, and “The Lazy Song.”
Over the years, his catalog has expanded with acclaimed albums like Unorthodox Jukebox and 24K Magic, as well as collaborative work with Silk Sonic. Mars’ influence extends beyond releases: his 2024 duet with Rosé, “APT.,” and his Lady Gaga collaboration “Die With a Smile” dominated global charts and streaming platforms, further cementing his status in pop culture.
In early 2026, Mars revealed that his long-awaited fourth solo studio album, The Romantic, is set to arrive February 27, marking his first full solo album in nearly a decade. To support the release, he also announced The Romantic Tour — his first full headline stadium tour in nearly ten years.
Swipe through the gallery and take a look at some more of the singer’s best moments in Hollywood.
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Bruno Mars
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Bruno Mars at the TIME 100 Gala, TIME’S 100 Most Influential People In The World at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 26, 2011 in New York City.
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Bruno Mars At 60th Annual Grammy Awards
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What a star! Bruno Mars posed in the press room with his awards for Best R&B Album, Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Engineered Album, Song of the Year, Best R&B Performance, and Best R&B Song.
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Bruno Mars At 2018 BottleRock Valley Music Festival
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Bruno Mars was all smiles in his sleek baseball fit while on stage at the music festival.
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Bruno Mars On Stage
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Bruno Mars sang his heart out on Day 3 of the festival on May 27, 2018.
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Bruno Mars Performs
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Bruno Mars broke a sweat during his BottleRock performance in Napa Valley, California.
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