Paul Hewson
IrelandmusicianMaleb. 19608.9Global Dominance: 0.00%Paul Hewson, better known by his stage name Bono, is the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the rock band U2, which formed in Dublin in 1976. Renowned for his powerful voice and passionate performances, Bono is also a prominent activist, advocating for various social and political causes, including human rights and global poverty alleviation. His work outside of music includes co-founding organizations like DATA (Debt, AIDS, Trade, Africa) and the ONE Campaign, which aim to alleviate poverty and preventable disease in Africa. Bono's influence extends beyond music, making him a significant figure in both the entertainment industry and humanitarian efforts worldwide.
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Bono, originally named Paul Hewson, is a member of the band U2 and performed at his former school.
Index - Kultúr - Bono gitározni akart, csak gitárja nem volt – így született meg a U2
Hungary· 2026-09-26
Paul Hewson, known as Bono, expressed gratitude to his alma mater for allowing the band to develop.
U2 отметили 50‑летний юбилей в дублинской школе, в которой выросли
Belarus· 2026-09-26
Paul Hewson is one of the members of the band U2, which became one of the most successful acts in rock history.
spark that lit a fire – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-25Paul was assuming the leadership, he’d appropriated the mic and as a result had the loudest voice in the room.
‘I was there. I witnessed the first spark’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-25
Paul Hewson, also known as Bono, created a self-portrait entitled Baked Beans Boy.
Peruse a lifetime’s worth of art and antiques in the Dún Laoghaire home of their collector – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-29
Paul Hewson, better known as Bono, formed U2 in 1976 with David Howell Evans and other classmates.
U2 guitarist The Edge becomes Irish citizen – after 62 years in the country | Ireland
United Kingdom· 2025-06-24