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Also known as Paul Hewson, Bono Vox, Paul David Hewson

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Dublin, Ireland

Paul David Hewson, better known by his stage name Bono, is an Irish singer-songwriter, musician, venture capitalist, businessman, and philanthropist. He is best recognized as the frontman of the Dublin-based rock band U2. Bono was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, and attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School where he met his future wife, Alison Stewart, and the future members of U2. Bono…

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Key facts

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Bono
Person.image
Bono singing in Indianapolis on Joshua Tree Tour 2017 9-10-17.jpg
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Person.caption
Bono performing on the Joshua Tree Tour 2017 in Indianapolis
Person.birth_name
Paul David Hewson
Person.birth_place
Dublin, Ireland
Person.other_names
Bono Vox
Person.organization
One Campaign
Person.children
4, including Eve and Elijah Hewson
Person.awards
Full list
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BonoSignature.svg
Person.signature_size
100px
Musical artist.embed
yes
Musical artist.origin
Dublin, Ireland
Musical artist.years_active
1976–present
Musical artist.current_member_of
U2

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Described at

An Exclusive Excerpt from Bono’s New Memoir, “Surrender” | The New Yorker

The U2 front man looks back on the music of his boyhood in Dublin.

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Wikidata facts

Instance of
human
Given name
David
Gender
male
Place of birth
Dublin
Occupation
activist
Languages spoken
French
Native language
English language
Religion
Catholicism
Instrument
harmonica
Record label
Island Records
Official website
www.u2.com
Image
Bono portrait by John Hewson.png
Height
5.5
Number of children
4
Residence
The San Remo
Voice type
tenor
Significant event
Paradise Papers
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Commons category
Bono (vocalist)
date of birth
1960-05-10
topic's main category
Category:Bono
birth name
Paul David Hewson
name in native language
Paul David Hewson
medical condition
glaucoma
start of work period
1976-00-00
copyright representative
PRS for Music
pseudonym
Bono
different from
Sonny Bono
social media followers
30000
affiliation string
ONE
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Encyclopedic overview

27 sections
Contents
  • Early life
  • Musical career
  • U2
  • Solo
  • Collaborations
  • Musical style
  • Vocals
  • Equipment
  • Activism and philanthropy
  • Efficacy and analysis
  • Other creative endeavours
  • Art
  • Film
  • Writings
  • Business ventures
  • Awards and recognition
  • Personal life
  • Family life
  • Residences
  • Faith
  • Health and safety
  • Discography
  • Filmography
  • Honours
  • See also
  • References
  • External links

Paul David Hewson (born 10 May 1960), known by the nickname Bono ( ), is an Irish singer-songwriter and activist. He is a founding member, the lead vocalist, and primary lyricist of the rock band U2. Bono is known for his impassioned vocal style as well as his grandiose songwriting and performance style. His lyrics frequently include social and political themes, and religious imagery inspired by his Christian faith.

Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, he attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School where in 1976 he began dating his future wife, Alison Stewart, as well as forming, with schoolmates, the band that became U2. During U2's early years, Bono's lyrics contributed to the group's rebellious and spiritual tone. As the band matured, his lyrics became inspired more by personal experiences shared with the other members. As a member of U2, Bono has received 22 Grammy Awards and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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