Mark Hoppus is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer best known as the bassist and co-lead vocalist for the influential pop-punk band Blink-182. He was also a former television personality and remains a significant figure in alternative rock and punk-pop music.
Mark Allan Hoppus was born on March 15, 1972, in Ridgecrest, California, to parents Kerry Wernz and Tex Hoppus. He grew up in a desert community in California and spent part of his childhood with his grandparents, Aaron and Lempi Orrenmaa. He has a sister, Anne Hoppus.
Following his parents’ divorce, Hoppus split his time between California and Virginia. He attended Annandale High School while living in Virginia. During his teenage years, he developed a strong interest in music and received a bass guitar as a gift from his father at the age of 15. Inspired by Robert Smith of The Cure, Hoppus adopted a similar fashion sense and began performing at small local events with friends. Contrary to rumors, there is no verified information that Hoppus was expelled from school for bad behavior.
Mark Hoppus met Tom DeLonge through his sister Anne in the early 1990s. The two shared musical interests and formed a band, initially called Blink. Hoppus invited drummer Scott Raynor, a friend from high school, to complete the original lineup. By 1995, they had released their debut album, Cheshire Cat, under the name Blink-182, after resolving a naming conflict with another band.
The group gained traction playing with acts like Unwritten Law, Sprung Monkey, and 7 Seconds. After releasing the seminal album Dude Ranch in 1997, Travis Barker eventually replaced Raynor as drummer, solidifying the lineup that would bring Blink-182 mainstream success with albums such as Enema of the State (1999) and Take Off Your Pants and Jacket (2001).
In July 2019, Blink-182 co-headlined a tour with rapper Lil Wayne. Despite high expectations, the pairing proved challenging. At several stops, including one show in Bristow, Virginia, Lil Wayne performed shortened sets, prompting speculation about his commitment to the tour. He temporarily exited the tour but eventually rejoined for additional dates.
Beyond Blink-182, Hoppus has pursued various projects in alternative rock and pop-punk music. He formed the electronic rock duo +44 with Travis Barker during Blink-182’s hiatus and has contributed as a producer for bands in the pop-punk and indie scenes. Additionally, Hoppus co-hosted the television show Hoppus on Music for Fuse TV, further showcasing his influence in the music industry.
Mark Hoppus married Skye Everly on December 2, 2000. The couple first met during the production of the “All the Small Things” music video, where Skye was working as an executive at MTV. Initially uninterested in dating Hoppus, her rejection only deepened his interest, and the two eventually began a relationship.
Skye graduated from Pepperdine University in 1994 and worked for MTV Networks for nearly a decade before shifting her career to entrepreneurship. She founded Childish Clothing, a line focused on stylish maternity and children’s wear, and authored Rock Star Momma, a fashion guide for expecting mothers. The couple welcomed their son, Jack, in August 2002 and have remained committed to family life amid Hoppus's demanding music career.
| Birth Date: | 15 Mar, 1972 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Ridgecrest |
| residence: | Beverly Hills |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | That guy from that band |
| Net Worth 2021: | 80 million |
