Paul David Hewson, or Bono as he’s known across the world, is an Irish singer, songwriter, actor, businessman, venture capitalist, and philanthropist. The star owns properties around the world, but which country does he call ‘home’?
Bono has homes in many different places, but it seems that Monaco is where his heart lies as he spends more time at his beachside mansion here than in any other country. The famous U2 frontman also owns homes in New York and Killarney, and he splits his time between the three properties.
He’s an icon to millions of people around the world, but to a select few he’s simply their neighbor. Let’s take a look at why Bono moved to Monaco, what his home there is like, and where else he spends his time.
Bono’s House In Monaco
Many years ago, in 1993, Bono and The Edge purchased a sea-front mansion in Eze-sur-Mer for around 3.3 million euros! The house is coral-colored, has four levels, more than 20 rooms, a huge pool, a spa, and even has a private beach.
The home, which is called ‘Villa Les Rose’, boasts a unique mix of Provencale and Art Deco architecture and an incredible head-on view of the Mediterranean ocean.
Due to its famous owner, the gates to the house are often swarming with paparazzi. When you consider that some of Bono’s houseguests include George Clooney, Robert de Niro, Brad Pitt, and Cindy Crawford, this fact is hardly surprising.
His neighbors are his U2 bandmates, with Adam Clayton on one side and Larry Mullen Jr. on the other. The Edge lives just down the road.
Why Did Bono Move to Monaco?
While there’s no official confirmation regarding how much time Bono spends at his Eze-sur-Mer home in a typical year, he spends so much time in Monaco that he’s almost considered a tourist attraction. According to See Monaco, “Bono, frontman of U2, is a common sight on the French Riviera”.
Many people assume that Bono chose to settle in Monaco because the beautiful country is small and quiet yet known for providing its inhabitants with an ultra-luxurious, glitz and glam lifestyle.
But the real reason behind Bono’s move to Monaco has less to do with scenery and more to do with the fact that the country is a tax haven. His financial immigration caused quite an uproar, as U2 was paying hefty tax in Ireland so the economy took a dip after the move.
In addition to its zero-income tax policy, Monaco is a firm favorite for the star because there is “No f***ing paparazzi.”
Other celebrities that live in Monaco include Novak Djokovic, Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, David Nahmad, Ringo Starr, Lily Safra, and David Coulthard, who has lived there for more than two decades.
