Ever wondered about the bedrock upon which a superstar builds his empire? The story of Bruno Mars is inextricably linked to the influence and unwavering support of his father, Peter Hernandez Sr.

Peter Hernandez Sr. is more than just a parental figure; he's a musician, a mentor, and the original spark that ignited Bruno Mars' passion for music. The saying "like father, like son" resonates deeply in their relationship, underscored by the fact that Bruno's given name is also Peter Peter Gene Hernandez, born on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii. It was on August 25, 2013, at the MTV Video Music Awards, that the world witnessed the bond between father and son, a testament to a journey filled with music, challenges, and unwavering love.

Peter Hernandez Sr. - Biographical and Professional Information
Full Name	Peter Hernandez Sr.
Children	Bruno Mars (Peter Gene Hernandez), Tiara Hernandez, Presley Hernandez, Tahiti Hernandez, Eric Hernandez, Jaime Kailani (adopted)
Occupation	Musician, Latin Percussionist, Mentor
Known For	Father of Bruno Mars, Musical influence on Bruno Mars
Birth Place	Brooklyn, New York
Family Heritage	Half Puerto Rican, Half Jewish (Hungarian and Ukrainian descent)
Marital Status	Widowed (Bernadette San Pedro Bayot, deceased)
Influence on Bruno Mars	Fostered musical interests, provided instruments, shared the stage, instilled values
Additional Information	Biography of Bruno Mars