U2 guitarist explains why it took him 60 years to become an Irish citizen | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMaira ButtTuesday 24 June 2025 16:34 BSTLook inside Las Vegas sphere for first time as U2 perform concertU2 guitarist The Edge, real name David Howell Evans, has secured Irish citizenship after living in Ireland for over 60 years.Born in England to Welsh parents, Evans moved to Ireland at one year old and co-founded the Dublin-born band U2 in 1976.He described the citizenship as "long overdue" and expressed deep pride in Ireland, stating he always felt Irish.The conferring ceremony took place in Killarney, County Kerry, as part of an event where more than 7,500 people were expected to become Irish citizens.Evans highlighted the significance of the timing, feeling an even deeper connection with his homeland.In fullU2 guitarist The Edge becomes Irish citizen in ‘long-overdue move’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in