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fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Bob Geldof's life has been characterised by confounding expectations but an Aras run would be an astonishing career change

Bob Geldof visited Áras an Uachtaráin in 1985, was honoured for Live Aid fundraising, and publicly kissed President Patrick Hillery to thank the Irish people.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Music

Live Aid at 40: When Rock 'n' Roll Took on the World review the moment Bob Geldof bursts into tears is astounding

Bob Geldof organized Live Aid to provide humanitarian relief for Ethiopia's famine, mobilizing British pop stars for the cause.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Film

'Live Aid at 40' review: Recording chaos, Boy George's Concorde scramble and Ethiopian dictator's shocking demand

Bob Geldof's efforts during the Ethiopian famine highlight both the impact of humanitarian action and the potential consequences of misrepresentation.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Film

'Live Aid at 40' review: Recording chaos, Boy George's Concorde scramble and Ethiopian dictator's shocking demand

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