Bono

Bono is the stage name of Paul David Hewson, an Irish singer-songwriter, activist, and philanthropist. He is the rock band U2's lead vocalist and principal lyricist.

He attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School in Dublin, where he met his future wife, Alison Stewart, as well as classmates with whom he founded U2 in 1976. Through his expressive singing style, dramatic gestures, and songs, Bono quickly established himself as the band's impassioned leader. His songs usually feature social and political issues, as well as religious imagery based on his Christian beliefs. Bono's words contributed to U2's rebellious and spiritual tone in its early years. His songs got more motivated by personal experiences shared with the other members as the band grew older. Bono has 22 Grammy Awards to his name and has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of U2.

Bono is a social justice crusader, both through U2 and as an individual, in addition to his music. He is especially involved in Africa-related campaigns, having co-founded DATA, EDUN, the ONE Campaign, and Product Red. Bono was chosen as one of Time's Persons of the Year in 2005. In 2007, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom awarded him an honorary knighthood for "his services to the music industry and for his humanitarian work". Bono's net worth is expected to reach $700 million in 2022, making him on the list of best rockstars.

Born: May 10, 1960, Rotunda Hospital, Dublin, Ireland