The Edge

Quick Facts

Full Name	The Edge
Occupation	Guitarist
Date Of Birth	Aug 8, 1961(1961-08-08)
Age	63
Birthplace	Barking
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Leo

The Edge Biography

The Edge is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on August 8, 1961 in Barking, England, United Kingdom. Born Dave Evans, he is the guitarist and backing vocalist for the popular rock band U2. He has also been involved with philanthropic groups like Music Rising.

He and Bono, U2’s lead singer, combined to form the band in 1976 alongside bassist Adam Clayton and drummer Larry Mullen, Jr.

David Howell Evans (born 8 August 1961), better known by his stage name the Edge (or just Edge), is a British-born Irish musician and songwriter best known as the lead guitarist, keyboardist, and backing vocalist of the rock band U2. A member of the group since its inception, he has recorded 14 studio albums with the band and one solo record. As a guitarist, the Edge has crafted a minimalistic and textural style of playing. His use of a rhythmic delay effect yields a distinctive sound that has become a signature of U2’s music.

The Evanses initially lived in Chadwell Heath, Essex. Around 1962, Garvin was offered a promotion and a transfer at his job, and the family subsequently moved to County Dublin, Ireland for him to take it.

He married his high school girlfriend Aislinn O’Sullivan on July 12, 1983; after their divorce in 1996, he married professional dancer and choreographer Morleigh Steinberg on June 22, 2002. He has five children.

The Edge Net Worth

The Edge is one of the richest Guitarist from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, The Edge 's net worth $400 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He answered an advertisement with his brother at Mount Temple Comprehensive School to join the band that later became U2.

In 2011, Rolling Stones listed him as #38 on their list of The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.

David Howell Evans was born at the Barking Maternity Hospital, in the county of Essex in England, on 8 August 1961. He is the second child of Welsh parents Garvin and Gwenda Evans, both of whom originated from Llanelli, a coastal town in South Wales. Garvin was an engineer who worked for the local electricity board, and subsequently worked for the electronics company Plessey. The Edge has an elder brother Richard (often called Dik) and a younger sister called Gillian.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

The Edge height 5 feet 10 inches The weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is The Edge Dating?

According to our records, The Edge is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, The Edge’s is not dating anyone.

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In 1981, leading up to the October Tour, Evans came very close to leaving U2 for religious reasons, but he decided to stay. During this period he became involved with a group called Shalom Tigers, in which bandmates Bono and Larry Mullen Jr. were also involved. Shortly after deciding to remain with the band, he wrote a piece of music that later became “Sunday Bloody Sunday”.

Facts & Trivia

The Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. The Edge celebrates birthday on August 8 of every year.

Evans married his secondary school girlfriend Aislinn O’Sullivan on 12 July

1983. They have three daughters: Hollie (born in 1984), Arran (in 1985) and ‘Blue Angel’ (in 1989). The couple separated in 1990, but were unable to get legally divorced because of Irish laws regarding marriage annulment at the time; divorce was legalised in 1995, and the couple legally divided in 1996. Evans is a Protestant Christian.

Why is u2 called The Edge?

Early in the band’s career, Evans was given the nickname “the Edge” by members of the Lypton Village surrealist street gang to which Bono belonged. The nickname is commonly believed to be derived from the angular shape of Evans’ head.

Was a real bear used in the movie The Edge?

Bart the Bear (January 19, 1977 – May 10, 2000) was a male Alaskan Kodiak bear. He was best known for his numerous appearances in Hollywood films, including The Bear (for which he received widespread acclaim), White Fang, Legends of the Fall, and The Edge. He was trained by animal trainers Doug (b.

Is The Edge a good movie?

The Edge is a great film that has a great story, acting, and action. It is easily one of the best survival films that I have ever seen. The film is about billionaire Charles (Anthony Hopkins) who goes on trip to Alaska for a photo shoot with his wife (Elle Mcpherson).

What was the movie The Edge about?

The plane carrying wealthy Charles Morse (Anthony Hopkins) crashes down in the Alaskan wilderness. Together with the two other passengers, photographer Robert Green (Alec Baldwin) and assistant Stephen (Harold Perrineau), Charles devises a plan to help them reach civilization. However, his biggest obstacle might not be the elements, or even the Kodiak bear stalking them — it could be Robert, whom Charles has reason to believe is having an affair with his wife and would not mind seeing him dead.

Is The Edge a great guitarist?

“There’s no denying that the Edge is one of the greatest guitar players of all time. And when you listen to his playing on Achtung Baby, one could argue it’s his best.