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Paul David Hewson (born 10 May 1960 in Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland), also known by his stage name Bono, is the main vocalist of the Irish rock band U2. Bono was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, and attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School where he met his future wife, Ali Hewson, and the future members of U2. Since that time he has been referred to as Bono, his stage- and nickname, by his family and fellow band members. Bono writes almost all U2 lyrics, often using political, social and religious themes. During their early years, Bono's lyrics contributed to U2's rebellious tone. As the band matured, his lyrics became inspired more by personal experiences with members of U2.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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NEW YORK - MARCH 01: U2 frontman Bono's rosary beads on display at the rock & roll music memorabilia auction press preview at the Gotta Have It! store on March 1, 2010 in New York City.

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MANDATORY CREDIT PHOTO BY DAVE M. BENETT/GETTY IMAGES REQUIRED) Luca del Bono arrives at the VIP screening of 'Food Inc', at the Curzon Cinema Mayfair on February 8, 2010 in London, England.

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MANDATORY CREDIT PHOTO BY DAVE M. BENETT/GETTY IMAGES REQUIRED) Luca del Bono arrives at the VIP screening of 'Food Inc', at the Curzon Cinema Mayfair on February 8, 2010 in London, England.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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Irish singer Bono arrives to attend the Pan Africa Media Conference on March 18, 2010, at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi. The two day conference will reflect on the African media's past, present and prospects for the future against the challenges of a dynamic globalised environment.

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