Bob Geldof

Date of Birth: October 5, 1951

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Bob Geldof, born Robert Frederick Zenon Geldof, is an Irish singer, songwriter, and political activist who gained international fame as the lead singer of the rock band The Boomtown Rats in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He was born on October 5, 1951, in Dún Laoghaire, County Dublin, Ireland. While he is primarily known for his contributions to music, Geldof has also had a notable career as an actor, appearing in various films and television projects. Geldof’s role in organizing the Band Aid charity supergroup in 1984 and the subsequent Live Aid concerts in 1985 to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia cemented his reputation as a humanitarian. His dedication to charitable causes has earned him numerous awards and honors, including an honorary knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II in 1986. As an actor, Geldof is best known for his portrayal of Pink in the 1982 film adaptation of Pink Floyd’s rock opera “The Wall.” His performance was critically acclaimed and showcased his versatility beyond the music industry. Throughout his career, Bob Geldof has continued to advocate for various social and political causes, leveraging his celebrity status to bring attention to global issues.

5 Interesting Facts about Bob Geldof

1. Bob Geldof was given the honorary title of Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) in 1986 for his charitable work, although as an Irish citizen, he is not entitled to be called “Sir.”

2. He co-wrote the song “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” with Midge Ure, which became one of the best-selling singles of all time.

3. Geldof has received several awards for his humanitarian efforts, including the Nobel Man of Peace Award in 2005.

4. He has published an autobiography titled “Is That It?” which became a bestseller in the UK.

5. Bob Geldof has been a vocal advocate for debt relief for developing countries, especially in Africa.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bob Geldof

1. “Music is something I must do, business is something I need to do, and politics is something I have to do.”

2. “You can’t just talk the talk; you’ve got to walk the walk.”

3. “I’m not a saint. I’m just a bloke with a conscience.”

4. “The world is full of people who want to be right, when actually the secret is to be kind.”

5. “Humanity is in a perpetual state of revolution.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Bob Geldof is estimated to be around $150 million.

Children

Bob Geldof has three daughters with his late wife, Paula Yates: 1. Fifi Trixibelle Geldof (born 1983) 2. Peaches Honeyblossom Geldof (1989–2014) 3. Little Pixie Geldof (born 1990) Additionally, he is the legal guardian of Tiger Lily Hutchence Geldof, Paula Yates’ daughter with INXS frontman Michael Hutchence.