# Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/bruno-mars-has-an-unexpected-opening-before-wembley-party-starts/
- Published: 2026-07-19T08:26:02+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-21T00:49:47+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC Entertainment (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cyv0vvg1pqdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Art, Celebrity, Culture, Entertainment, Space, Technology, UK, World

## Key points

- Bruno Mars opened a six-night Wembley run before 75,000 fans.
- First UK show since 2018; set mixed genres and hits.
- Anderson .Paak joined for a Silk Sonic segment mid-show.

## Summary

Bruno Mars kicked off a six-night run at Wembley Stadium with a high-energy show that drew a 75,000-strong crowd, marking his first UK performance since 2018. The concert, part of his return to UK audiences after nearly a decade, coincided with England's men's football team once again being knocked out at the World Cup semi-final stage, echoing the timing of his last visit, though Mars appeared determined to keep spirits high with football-themed props including an England scarf and a Paddington Bear.

The two-hour, 15-minute set opened unexpectedly with the slow ballad Risk It All before shifting into an energetic mix of R&B, funk, Latin and pop, including hits such as 24K Magic and Treasure. Anderson .Paak joined for a four-song Silk Sonic segment, while Die With a Smile, his collaboration with Lady Gaga, was the only other guest track featured. Romance ran through the show, with segments like the "Angel Baby Cam" and a cape reading "The Romantic" reinforcing his signature style.

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