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Born Peter Gene Hernandez on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Bruno Mars was immersed in music from childhood. His Puerto Rican-Jewish father was a percussionist, while his Filipino mother was a hula dancer and vocalist. Mars began performing at age four in his family's band, The Love Notes, mastering Elvis Presley impersonations that earned him the nickname 'Little Elvis.' This multicultural upbringing shaped his signature blend of reggae, rock, R&B, and soul.After moving to Los Angeles...