Bruno Mars Says He’s ‘Almost Out of Debt’ After Surprise Cameo at BLACKPINK’s L.A. Show

Bruno Mars has shared some light-hearted banter about his financial situation, claiming he is ‘almost out of debt’ in a recent social media post. The Grammy award-winning singer made a surprise cameo at BLACKPINK’s L.A. show, joining Rosé on stage to perform their hit song “APT.” during the DEADLINE World Tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Following the show, Mars took to Instagram to playfully address rumours that he had amassed over $50 million in gambling debt during his Las Vegas residency at Park MGM.

In his post, Mars shared a video of himself smiling while running on stage as confetti fell, alongside the caption, “Almost out of debt BehhhhhBehhhhh!!! Preciate You ROSAAAAYYYYYY!!!! 🥳.” This light-hearted response comes after a source claimed in a March 2024 NewsNation report that MGM Resorts “basically own[ed]” Mars due to his alleged gambling debts. MGM Resorts International was quick to deny these allegations and reaffirmed their positive working relationship with the singer.

The partnership between MGM Resorts and Mars has been described as longstanding and rooted in mutual respect. MGM Resorts praised Mars as one of the world’s most thrilling and dynamic performers, emphasizing their excitement to continue creating unforgettable experiences together. Despite the rumours surrounding his financial status, Mars has been able to maintain a sense of humour and even celebrated his music milestones while alluding to the debt rumours.

This isn’t the first time Mars has addressed the claims of his alleged gambling debt. In a recent social media post, the singer marked a significant achievement of becoming the first artist to reach 150 million monthly listeners on Spotify. With a touch of humour, Mars encouraged his fans to keep streaming his music so he can be “out of debt in no time.” His ability to navigate and poke fun at the rumours shows his resilience and positive attitude towards the situation.

During an interview last June, Mars shared his amusement at the lore surrounding him as a Las Vegas lounge singer in debt to the mob. Despite the speculations, Mars’s residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM has continued to attract visitors from around the world. The singer has added more shows to his residency schedule, with performances lined up for August and September 2025.

As Mars continues to entertain audiences with his music and live performances, his response to the rumours surrounding his financial status showcases his ability to maintain a positive outlook and sense of humour. By addressing the speculation head-on and making light of the situation, Mars demonstrates his resilience and unwavering dedication to his craft. Fans can look forward to more captivating performances from the talented singer as he navigates the entertainment industry with grace and humour.