Brendan O'Connor Bono: "I'm just a little bit boring to my kids now!"
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May 24, 2025 
Bono, the iconic lead singer of U2, shares his journey as a rock star and devoted father. He reflects on receiving criticism for accepting an award from President Biden amid his humanitarian efforts. The conversation turns to family dynamics and the joys and challenges of parenting, revealing a nostalgic yet authentic look at fatherhood. Bono also discusses the themes in his upcoming film, 'Stories of Surrender,' and the importance of understanding politics and nationalism in today's world, all while embracing his evolving identity beyond fame.
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Solo Work Reveals Bono's Ordinariness
- Bono views creating solo projects as a way to show the ordinariness behind U2's success and remove the caricature.
- Writing the memoir and making the stage play forced him to reflect on his fortune and shed protection layers.
Bono's Three Fathers Reflection
- Bono describes his relationship with the three fathers in his life: his earthly father, his current self as a father, and his faith in God.
- He realized new aspects of his dad's humor and courage through acting in his stage play about him.
Larry's Grace and Band Chemistry
- Larry Mullen Jr. faced not playing with U2 at the Sphere show but showed grace and encouragement to the replacement drummer.
- Bono finds performing solo terrifying due to the absence of the band chemistry that gives strength on stage.
