Bono
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 Bono at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Paul David Hewson |
| Also known as | Bono |
| Born | 10 May 1960 |
| Origin | Dublin, Ireland |
| Genres | Rock, post-punk, alternative rock |
| Occupations | Musician, singer-songwriter, activist, philanthropist |
| Instruments | Voice, guitar, harmonica |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Associated acts | U2 |
| Website | www.u2.com |
| Notable instruments | |
| Gretsch Irish Falcon | |
Paul David Hewson, better known as Bono (born 10 May 1960 in Dublin, Ireland) is an Irish musician, best known as the lead singer for the rock band U2.
[change] Career
He became a member of the band U2 in October 1976, when he responded to a message that was placed by Larry Mullen Jr. to form a rock band.
The name Bono was a type of hearing aid and in Latin means good voice. Bono went on to become the main singer for U2 after the Wolf Tones had rejected him as their banjo player and Philomena Begley had snub his efforts to become her lover.
Bono married Alison Stewart and have four children. Jordan (b. 1989), Eve (b. 1991), Elijah (b. 1999) and John (b. 2001).
Bono is known for doing a lot of charity work. For this, he was named Time Person of the Year in 2005. Bono has even been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, though he did not win it.
[change] Other websites
- Bono at the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)
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