Quick Info
| Profession | Singer-songwriter, musician, activist |
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| Nationality | Irish |
| Date of Birth | 10/05/1960 |
| Age | 66 years |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Bono
20/10/2026
Bono criticised the impact of the US government's DOGE spending cuts, questioning how voters of faith could support them. He made the remarks in an interview on The New York Times podcast.
24/09/2026
Bono revealed the title of U2's new studio album, Carnaval de Luz, during an Irish Times podcast appearance. It is the band's first full studio album in nine years and follows two EPs released earlier in 2026.
22/06/2026
Bono performed alongside The Edge at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. The appearance was one of the band's notable public events of 2026.
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Bio/Wiki
| Overview | Bono, born Paul David Hewson, is the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the rock band U2, which he joined as a teenager in 1976. He is known for his socially and politically engaged lyrics and his campaigning against extreme poverty and HIV/AIDS in Africa. |
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| Stage name origin | He reportedly took the name from Bono Vox, a Latin phrase meaning good voice and also the name of a hearing-aid brand. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.66 m |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Primary | Glasnevin National School |
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| Secondary | Mount Temple Comprehensive School, Dublin |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christian faith, which shapes many of his lyrics and public work |
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| Early life | His mother died of a cerebral aneurysm when he was 14, an event that strongly influenced his songwriting |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Ali Hewson (m. 1982) |
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| Bandmates | The Edge (David Evans), Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr. |
Family
| Father | Brendan Robert Hewson |
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| Mother | Iris Hewson (née Rankin) |
| Siblings | Norman Hewson (older brother) |
| Spouse | Ali Hewson |
| Children | Four, including Eve Hewson and Elijah Hewson |
Career
| Band | U2 (joined 1976) |
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| Debut album | Boy (1980) |
| Breakthrough album | The Joshua Tree (1987) |
| Awards and honours | 22 Grammy Awards with U2, Golden Globe for Best Original Song (2003), inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with U2 (2005), TIME Person of the Year (2005), honorary knighthood (2007) |
| Activism | Co-founded DATA, EDUN, the ONE Campaign and Product Red |
| Notable performances | Band Aid, Live 8, Net Aid |
| Latest album | Carnaval de Luz (scheduled for release 13/11/2026) |
Favourites
| Band | U2 |
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Style Quotient
| Performance style | Expressive vocals and grandiose stage presence |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was made frontman of U2 even though his singing was initially considered less compelling than his stage presence. | |
| 2. U2 was reportedly named after a reconnaissance aircraft, symbolising the band's wish to rise high. | |
| 3. Before U2, he played in a school band called Feedback with schoolmates. | |
| 4. He co-wrote the band's lyrics for most of their catalogue, often focusing on politics and religion. |
