Paul David Hewson turns 60 years old today. You will know him better by his stage name, Bono.

The lead singer for U2 has been praised and criticized for his activism and involvement with U2. He has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, was granted an honorary knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, and, with Bill and Melinda Gates, was named Time Person of the Year in 2005, among other awards and nominations.

And, he has sold a couple of records and a few concert tickets....

Happy Birthday Bono!!