About
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 writes almost all U2 lyrics, frequently using religious, social, and political themes. During U2's early years, Bono's lyrics contributed to their rebellious and spiritual to; as the band matured, his lyrics became inspired more by personal experiences shared with the other members. Outside the band, he has collaborated and recorded with numerous artists, is managing director and a managing partner of Elevation Partners, and has refurbished and owns The Clarence Hotel in Dublin with The Edge. He...
Known for
The SimpsonsSeries • 1989
Top of the PopsSeries • 1964
EntourageSeries • 2004
TFI FridaySeries • 1996
Ghost in the ShellMovie • 1995
Sing 2Movie • 2021
GoldenEyeMovie • 1995
Gangs of New YorkMovie • 2002
BrothersMovie • 2009
RockpalastSeries • 1974
In the Name of the FatherMovie • 1993
Sing StreetMovie • 2016
Across the UniverseMovie • 2007
Mandela: Long Walk to FreedomMovie • 2013
Bono: Stories of SurrenderMovie • 2025
Lost in LondonMovie • 2017
The Million Dollar HotelMovie • 2000
In AmericaMovie • 2003
Beyond the CloudsMovie • 1995
EntropyMovie • 1999
U2 Go Home: Live from Slane Castle, IrelandMovie • 2003