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June 03, 2008
Bono is known for his political activist work, and his latest concern is with the African countries.  He is calling for the creation of the United States of Africa in order for the nations to resolve their conflicts.  He says, "Irish people used to always have a little giggle when they would see Americans saluting their flags in schools, and then the whole lot standing there, singing the flag thing. But as you get to know a little bit more ...
May 28, 2008
Bono was praised for his contributions to music and humanitarian causes yesterday by receiving an honorary degree from Keio University in Japan. “We believe in taking people out of extreme poverty, and Japan is more successful [in this task] than any other [country],” Bono said. “We need Japan to take [the] lead. You are very modest people, sometimes [you] do not step forward to take credit, but you should.” Is there anything Bono can't do?
February 15, 2008
Rocker Bono and artist Damien Hirst were praised last night at a Valentine's Day charity auction for raising more than $40 million for AIDS relief. Now that's impressive! The U2 star teamed up with Hirst to head "The (Red) Auction" event at the Gagosian Gallery in New York City, which sold off contemporary art to the highest bidders. Jasper Johns, Chuck Close, Jeff Koons, Ed Ruscha, Matthew Barney, Banksy, Richard Prince and Antony Gormley were among the 100 ...
January 25, 2008
Microsoft chairman Bill Gates traveled to Davos, Switzerland today to announce that his foundation would give $306 million to use green technology and farming techniques to boost millions out of hunger and poverty. He received a standing ovation and lots of praise from Bono, who is always present at the World Economic Forum. Gates is stepping down as Microsoft chair later this year and will focus more on philanthropy. Gates said the foundation set up by him and his wife, ...
October 26, 2007
Gwen Stefani and Alicia Keys were the big performers last night at the 2007 4th annual Black Ball for "Keep a Child Alive" which was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom, NYC. The event was held last night as a benefit concert to honor Bono for his work in the AIDS movement. KEEP A CHILD ALIVE is an urgent response to the AIDS pandemic ravaging Africa. With more than 25 million already dead, the disease continues, wiping out whole societies, threatening ...
March 29, 2007
Our idol Bono was named an honorary knight of the British Empire at a Dublin ceremony on Thursday. Since he is not a British citizen, he cannot becalled Sir. "You have permission to call me anything you want – except sir, all right? Lord of lords, your demigodness, that'll do," he joked at the ceremony.Bono's exact new title is 'Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire' (KBE), as bestowed upon him by British Ambassador ...
October 24, 2006
The One campaign has released their TV spot which is generating a lot of buzz featuring George Clooney, Matt Damon, Julia Roberts and Don Cheadle. The public service announcement shows the A-listers patiently waiting their turn at a voting booth. The queue also includes New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady, Toby Keith and Alfre Woodard. The stars aren’t promoting a political party or a candidate, the ad is an effort to raise support for the ONE Campaign. The ...
October 13, 2006
My two idols Irish rocker Bono and talk show queen Oprah Winfrey walked down Chicago's 'Magnificent Mile' yesterday for a shopping spree to promote Bono’s new Red product line of clothing, accessories and gadgets, including a special-edition iPod, that will raise money to fight AIDS in Africa. Dozens of items will go on sale in the coming weeks by Gap Inc., Apple Computer Inc., Motorola Inc., Converse Inc. and Emporio Armani. Portions of the product sales will ...
August 03, 2006
U2 frontman Bono has topped a survey of the most influential pop stars of the last 25 years, commissioned to mark music channel MTV's quarter-centenary. Michael Jackson and Madonna come second and third in the poll, celebrated in an artwork that places the top 15 stars on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. More than 4,000 people took part in the Rock Royalty survey.
June 15, 2006
Forbes Magazine just released their top 100 Most Powerful Celebrities...here are the top 5. Check out the full list here #1 Tom Cruise: $67 Million #2 Rolling Stones: $90 Million #3 Oprah: $225 Million #4 U2: $110 Million #5 Tiger Woods: $90 Million
June 12, 2006
As promised, I have posted the picture I took with Bono while on my Hollyscoop promotional trip to Monaco. Sorry for the delay, it took me forever to get a hold of this picture. As you can tell, in the picture my face is in complete shock. I couldn't believe that Bono kissed my hand, after I told him that I was apart of the One campaign. I haven’t washed my hand ever since, just kidding. I have ...
June 02, 2006
Hey everyone its Dee scooping up the juice in Monte Carlo whereBono just showed up at HotSpot Jimmyz, it doesn't matter where you are in Monte Carlo, you'll end up at Jimmyz. Bono showed up while I was waiting for the bathroom and they cleared everyone out of the line so he can use the bathroom in peace. I told him how much I adore him and how we at Hollyscoop are supporters of the One Campaign and ...
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