U2’s The Edge Officially Becomes Irish Citizen After 62 Years

U2’s legendary guitarist, David “The Edge” Evans, has finally taken the plunge and become an official Irish citizen at the age of 63.

Although he’s lived in Ireland since he was just one year old, he finally completed the paperwork during a ceremony in Killarney, County Kerry – calling it a “monumental day” that was long overdue.

Born in Essex to Welsh parents, The Edge moved to Dublin as a toddler. He’s been a central part of Ireland’s music heartbeat since U2 formed in 1976. Despite delays, he admitted with a chuckle that after six decades, the time felt right to formalise his place in the country he’s always called home.

 

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At the ceremony, he praised Ireland’s global leadership and commitment to institutions like the UN and ICC. He said he feels even more connected to his homeland now – adding the paperwork was “straightforward” once he decided to get it done.

Joining some 7,500 new citizens from 143 countries, The Edge’s journey from Essex tot Dublin is complete. He’s known for shaping U2’s sound with his signature guitar effects, but now he’s officially rocking the Irish passport too.