The Edge

The Edge

actor, composer, music department

The Edge was born on Aug 08, 1961 in UK. The Edge's big-screen debut came with Cookie's Fortune directed by Robert Altman in 1999.

One of the most instantly recognizable and influential guitarists in rock history, The Edge was born David Howell Evans, in Barking, Essex, in 1961. When he was two years old the family moved to Dublin. During his childhood he learned how to play the guitar and the piano. In 1978, the Edge became the guitarist and keyboardist of U2. The Edge is still in the group, who have conquered the world for nearly 30 years.

  • Birthday

    Aug 08, 1961
  • Place of Birth

    Barking, Essex, England, UK
  • Also known

    David Howell Evans, U2

Awards

28 wins & 37 nominations

Golden Globes, USA
2014
Best Original Song - Motion Picture
Winner - Golden Globe
2003
Best Original Song - Motion Picture
Winner - Golden Globe
Capri, Hollywood
2013
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom (2013)
Winner - Capri Song Award
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