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DUBLIN - Irish rock star and rights campaign Bono has been given a honorary British knighthood, the British Embassy in Dublin has announced.
"Her Majesty The Queen has appointed Bono to be an honorary Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in recognition of his services to the music industry and for his humanitarian work," the embassy said in a statement.
It said Bono would receive the award from the British ambassador to Ireland in a ceremony in Dublin shortly after New Year's Day.
Fellow Irish rocker Bob Geldof, also a high-profile rights campaigner, received the same award in 1986.
Bestowal of an honorary award does not confer the title "Sir" on the holder.
- REUTERS
