Portrait of The Edge

The Edge

Bio: David Howell Evans (born 8 August 1961), better known by his stage name The Edge (or just Edge), is an 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
Born: Tue, Aug 08 1961
Birthplace: Barking, London, England, UK
The Edge is 63 years old
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Poster of Kiss the Future
Kiss the Future
The Edge was
62 in Kiss the Future
as 'Self'.
Fri, Feb 23 2024
Poster of Bono: Waiting on a Saviour
Bono: Waiting on a Saviour
The Edge was
62 in Bono: Waiting on a Saviour
Fri, Oct 27 2023
Poster of Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex
Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex
The Edge was
62 in Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex
as 'Self'.
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Poster of Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman
Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman
The Edge was
61 in Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman
as 'Self'.
Fri, Mar 17 2023
Poster of 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Edge was
61 in 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
as 'Self - Presenter'.
Sat, Nov 19 2022
Poster of U2: Rockumentary
U2: Rockumentary
The Edge was
60 in U2: Rockumentary
as 'Self'.
Fri, Apr 01 2022
Poster of What Drives Us
What Drives Us
The Edge was
59 in What Drives Us
as 'Self'.
Fri, Apr 30 2021
Poster of U2: eXPERIENCE - Live in Berlin
U2: eXPERIENCE - Live in Berlin
The Edge was
57 in U2: eXPERIENCE - Live in Berlin
as 'Self'.
Tue, Nov 13 2018
Poster of Satan & Adam
Satan & Adam
The Edge was
56 in Satan & Adam
as 'Self'.
Fri, Apr 20 2018
Poster of U2 - Live from Abbey Road
U2 - Live from Abbey Road
The Edge was
56 in U2 - Live from Abbey Road
as 'Self'.
Tue, Dec 26 2017
Poster of U2 at The BBC
U2 at The BBC
The Edge was
56 in U2 at The BBC
as 'U2'.
Tue, Dec 19 2017
Poster of Linkin Park and Friends Celebrate Life in Honor of Chester Bennington
Linkin Park and Friends Celebrate Life in Honor of Chester Bennington
The Edge was
56 in Linkin Park and Friends Celebrate Life in Honor of Chester Bennington
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Fri, Oct 27 2017
Poster of U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017
U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017
The Edge was
56 in U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017
Wed, Oct 25 2017
Poster of Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis (Our Friends)
Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis (Our Friends)
The Edge was
55 in Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis (Our Friends)
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jan 14 2017
Poster of U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris
U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris
The Edge was
54 in U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris
as 'Self'.
Mon, Dec 07 2015
Poster of U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 06/12/2015
U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 06/12/2015
The Edge was
54 in U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 06/12/2015
Sun, Dec 06 2015
Poster of U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 11/11/2015
U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 11/11/2015
The Edge was
54 in U2: iNNOCENCE + eXPERIENCE Live in Paris - 11/11/2015
as 'Self'.
Wed, Nov 11 2015
Poster of U2 - Vancouver, Canada
U2 - Vancouver, Canada
The Edge was
53 in U2 - Vancouver, Canada
Thu, May 14 2015
Poster of The Irish Rock Story: A Tale of Two Cities
The Irish Rock Story: A Tale of Two Cities
The Edge was
53 in The Irish Rock Story: A Tale of Two Cities
as 'Self'.
Fri, Mar 13 2015
Poster of Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me
Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me
The Edge was
52 in Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me
as 'Self'.
Thu, Apr 24 2014
Poster of Meteor Choice Music Prize 2014
Meteor Choice Music Prize 2014
The Edge was
52 in Meteor Choice Music Prize 2014
as 'Self - Nominee'.
Wed, Mar 05 2014
Poster of U2: War - The Ultimate Critical Review
U2: War - The Ultimate Critical Review
The Edge was
51 in U2: War - The Ultimate Critical Review
as 'Self'.
Sat, Dec 01 2012
Poster of U2: Unbroken Toys
U2: Unbroken Toys
The Edge was
51 in U2: Unbroken Toys
as 'Self'.
Wed, Oct 03 2012
Poster of U2: From the Sky Down
U2: From the Sky Down
The Edge was
50 in U2: From the Sky Down
as 'Self'.
Sat, Oct 29 2011
Poster of U2 - Live from Moncton 2011
U2 - Live from Moncton 2011
The Edge was
49 in U2 - Live from Moncton 2011
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jul 30 2011
Poster of U2: Live at Glastonbury 2011
U2: Live at Glastonbury 2011
The Edge was
49 in U2: Live at Glastonbury 2011
as 'Self'.
Thu, Jun 23 2011
Poster of u2 360 tour - under the rainy belgium sky
u2 360 tour - under the rainy belgium sky
The Edge was
49 in u2 360 tour - under the rainy belgium sky
as 'Self'.
Thu, Sep 23 2010
Poster of Ghost Blues: The Story of Rory Gallagher
Ghost Blues: The Story of Rory Gallagher
The Edge was
49 in Ghost Blues: The Story of Rory Gallagher
as 'self'.
Tue, Sep 14 2010
Poster of U2360° Tour: Squaring The Circle
U2360° Tour: Squaring The Circle
The Edge was
48 in U2360° Tour: Squaring The Circle
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jul 05 2010
Poster of U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl
U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl
The Edge was
48 in U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Fri, Jun 04 2010
Poster of Hope for Haiti Now
Hope for Haiti Now
The Edge was
48 in Hope for Haiti Now
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jan 02 2010
Poster of The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts
The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts
The Edge was
48 in The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts
as 'Self'.
Sun, Nov 29 2009
Poster of U2 Live Tour 360° - Paris 11 et 12 Juillet 2009
U2 Live Tour 360° - Paris 11 et 12 Juillet 2009
The Edge was
47 in U2 Live Tour 360° - Paris 11 et 12 Juillet 2009
as 'Self'.
Fri, Jul 10 2009
Poster of Keep on Running: 50 Years of Island Records
Keep on Running: 50 Years of Island Records
The Edge was
47 in Keep on Running: 50 Years of Island Records
Fri, Jun 05 2009
Poster of U2乐队360°玫瑰碗演唱会
U2乐队360°玫瑰碗演唱会
The Edge was
47 in U2乐队360°玫瑰碗演唱会
as '主音吉他、键盘和和声'.
Thu, Jun 04 2009
Poster of Linear
Linear
The Edge was
47 in Linear
as 'Self'.
Mon, Mar 02 2009
Poster of It Might Get Loud
It Might Get Loud
The Edge was
47 in It Might Get Loud
as 'Self'.
Fri, Sep 05 2008
Poster of U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)
U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)
The Edge was
46 in U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)
as 'Self - Guitars'.
Tue, Nov 20 2007
Poster of Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who
Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who
The Edge was
46 in Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who
as 'Self'.
Fri, Sep 14 2007
Poster of U2 3D
U2 3D
The Edge was
45 in U2 3D
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 19 2007
Poster of U2: Achtung Baby: A Classic Album Under Review
U2: Achtung Baby: A Classic Album Under Review
The Edge was
45 in U2: Achtung Baby: A Classic Album Under Review
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jan 29 2007
Poster of Make Poverty History - Music Concert
Make Poverty History - Music Concert
The Edge was
45 in Make Poverty History - Music Concert
as 'Self'.
Sat, Dec 09 2006
Poster of Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man
Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man
The Edge was
45 in Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man
as 'Self'.
Fri, Nov 24 2006
Poster of U2: 18 Videos
U2: 18 Videos
The Edge was
45 in U2: 18 Videos
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Fri, Nov 17 2006
Poster of U2 Phenomenon - The Independent Review
U2 Phenomenon - The Independent Review
The Edge was
44 in U2 Phenomenon - The Independent Review
as 'Self'.
Tue, Mar 14 2006
Poster of U2: City of blinding lights - Live in Buenos Aires
U2: City of blinding lights - Live in Buenos Aires
The Edge was
44 in U2: City of blinding lights - Live in Buenos Aires
as 'Self'.
Fri, Mar 03 2006
Poster of U2: Vertigo Tour Live at River Plate Stadium
U2: Vertigo Tour Live at River Plate Stadium
The Edge was
44 in U2: Vertigo Tour Live at River Plate Stadium
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Thu, Mar 02 2006
Poster of U2: Vertigo 2005 - Live from Chicago
U2: Vertigo 2005 - Live from Chicago
The Edge was
44 in U2: Vertigo 2005 - Live from Chicago
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Mon, Nov 14 2005
Poster of Live 8
Live 8
The Edge was
44 in Live 8
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 07 2005
Poster of The Work of Director Anton Corbijn
The Work of Director Anton Corbijn
The Edge was
44 in The Work of Director Anton Corbijn
as 'Self - U2 (segments "One" and "Electrical Storm") (uncredited)'.
Tue, Sep 13 2005
Poster of U2: Vertigo 05 - Live from Milan
U2: Vertigo 05 - Live from Milan
The Edge was
43 in U2: Vertigo 05 - Live from Milan
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 21 2005
Poster of U2 - How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb
U2 - How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb
The Edge was
43 in U2 - How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 22 2004
Poster of U2 - Live Under the Brooklyn Bridge
U2 - Live Under the Brooklyn Bridge
The Edge was
43 in U2 - Live Under the Brooklyn Bridge
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 22 2004
Poster of U2 and 3 songs
U2 and 3 songs
The Edge was
43 in U2 and 3 songs
as 'Self'.
Fri, Nov 19 2004
Poster of U2 Go Home: Live from Slane Castle, Ireland
U2 Go Home: Live from Slane Castle, Ireland
The Edge was
42 in U2 Go Home: Live from Slane Castle, Ireland
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Mon, Nov 17 2003
Poster of U2: An Unforgettable Journey
U2: An Unforgettable Journey
The Edge was
41 in U2: An Unforgettable Journey
as 'Self'.
Tue, May 20 2003
Poster of U2: The Best of 1990-2000
U2: The Best of 1990-2000
The Edge was
41 in U2: The Best of 1990-2000
as 'Self'.
Mon, Dec 02 2002
Poster of U2: Elevation 2001 - Live from Boston
U2: Elevation 2001 - Live from Boston
The Edge was
39 in U2: Elevation 2001 - Live from Boston
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Sun, Jun 03 2001
Poster of U2 - Live from Irving Plaza 2000
U2 - Live from Irving Plaza 2000
The Edge was
39 in U2 - Live from Irving Plaza 2000
as 'Self'.
Tue, Dec 05 2000
Poster of No Maps for These Territories
No Maps for These Territories
The Edge was
39 in No Maps for These Territories
as 'Self'.
Wed, Oct 04 2000
Poster of From a Whisper to a Scream: The Living History of Irish Music
From a Whisper to a Scream: The Living History of Irish Music
The Edge was
38 in From a Whisper to a Scream: The Living History of Irish Music
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jan 01 2000
Poster of Entropy
Entropy
The Edge was
38 in Entropy
as 'The Edge'.
Sat, Nov 27 1999
Poster of Classic Albums: U2 - The Joshua Tree
Classic Albums: U2 - The Joshua Tree
The Edge was
37 in Classic Albums: U2 - The Joshua Tree
as 'Self'.
Fri, Feb 05 1999
Poster of U2 - The Best of 1980-1990
U2 - The Best of 1980-1990
The Edge was
36 in U2 - The Best of 1980-1990
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Tue, Apr 07 1998
Poster of U2 - Live at Johannesburg Stadium, South Africa, 1998
U2 - Live at Johannesburg Stadium, South Africa, 1998
The Edge was
36 in U2 - Live at Johannesburg Stadium, South Africa, 1998
as 'Self'.
Sat, Mar 21 1998
Poster of U2: Live from Santiago 1998
U2: Live from Santiago 1998
The Edge was
36 in U2: Live from Santiago 1998
as 'Self'.
Wed, Feb 11 1998
Poster of U2: Popmart - Live from Mexico City
U2: Popmart - Live from Mexico City
The Edge was
36 in U2: Popmart - Live from Mexico City
as 'Self'.
Wed, Dec 03 1997
Poster of U2: A Year in Pop
U2: A Year in Pop
The Edge was
35 in U2: A Year in Pop
as 'Self'.
Sat, Apr 26 1997
Poster of Pavarotti & Friends 3 - Together for the Children of Bosnia
Pavarotti & Friends 3 - Together for the Children of Bosnia
The Edge was
34 in Pavarotti & Friends 3 - Together for the Children of Bosnia
as 'Self'.
Tue, Sep 12 1995
Poster of U2: Zoo TV - Live from Sydney
U2: Zoo TV - Live from Sydney
The Edge was
32 in U2: Zoo TV - Live from Sydney
as 'Self'.
Sun, Apr 17 1994
Poster of Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
The Edge was
32 in Michael Palin's Greatest Railway Journey: Derry To Kerry
as 'Himself (uncredited)'.
Fri, Feb 04 1994
Poster of Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
The Edge was
32 in Great Railway Journeys - Derry to Kerry
as 'Himself (uncredited)'.
Thu, Feb 03 1994
Poster of U2 Zoo TV Live in Adelaide 1993
U2 Zoo TV Live in Adelaide 1993
The Edge was
32 in U2 Zoo TV Live in Adelaide 1993
as 'Self'.
Tue, Nov 16 1993
Poster of U2 - Live from Stockholm 1992
U2 - Live from Stockholm 1992
The Edge was
30 in U2 - Live from Stockholm 1992
as 'Self'.
Thu, Jun 11 1992
Poster of U2: Achtung Baby, the Videos, the Cameos and a Whole Lot of Interference from ZOO-TV
U2: Achtung Baby, the Videos, the Cameos and a Whole Lot of Interference from ZOO-TV
The Edge was
30 in U2: Achtung Baby, the Videos, the Cameos and a Whole Lot of Interference from ZOO-TV
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jun 01 1992
Poster of Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter
Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter
The Edge was
29 in Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter
as 'Self'.
Sat, Dec 01 1990
Poster of U2: Lovetown
U2: Lovetown
The Edge was
28 in U2: Lovetown
as 'Self'.
Sun, Dec 31 1989
Poster of U2: Rattle and Hum
U2: Rattle and Hum
The Edge was
27 in U2: Rattle and Hum
as 'Self'.
Fri, Nov 04 1988
Poster of U2 - Live from Los Angeles 1987
U2 - Live from Los Angeles 1987
The Edge was
26 in U2 - Live from Los Angeles 1987
as 'Self'.
Wed, Nov 18 1987
Poster of U2: Live from Syracuse 1987
U2: Live from Syracuse 1987
The Edge was
26 in U2: Live from Syracuse 1987
as 'Self'.
Fri, Oct 09 1987
Poster of U2 Live from Paris
U2 Live from Paris
The Edge was
25 in U2 Live from Paris
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jul 04 1987
Poster of U2: Outside It's America
U2: Outside It's America
The Edge was
25 in U2: Outside It's America
as 'Self'.
Sun, Mar 01 1987
Poster of U2 & The Police: A Conspiracy of Hope
U2 & The Police: A Conspiracy of Hope
The Edge was
24 in U2 & The Police: A Conspiracy of Hope
as 'Self'.
Sun, Jun 15 1986
Poster of U2: Unforgettable Fire
U2: Unforgettable Fire
The Edge was
24 in U2: Unforgettable Fire
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 04 1985
Poster of Live Aid
Live Aid
The Edge was
23 in Live Aid
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jul 13 1985
Poster of U2 at Live Aid
U2 at Live Aid
The Edge was
23 in U2 at Live Aid
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jul 13 1985
Poster of U2: A Fire in Dortmund
U2: A Fire in Dortmund
The Edge was
23 in U2: A Fire in Dortmund
as 'Self'.
Wed, Nov 21 1984
Poster of U2: The Unforgettable Fire Collection
U2: The Unforgettable Fire Collection
The Edge was
23 in U2: The Unforgettable Fire Collection
as 'Self'.
Mon, Oct 01 1984
Poster of U2: Live at Red Rocks - Under a Blood Red Sky
U2: Live at Red Rocks - Under a Blood Red Sky
The Edge was
21 in U2: Live at Red Rocks - Under a Blood Red Sky
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Sun, Jun 05 1983
Poster of No Nukes! muziekfestival
No Nukes! muziekfestival
The Edge was
20 in No Nukes! muziekfestival
as 'Self - U2'.
Fri, Apr 09 1982
Poster of U2 Live at the Rock Werchter Festival 1982
U2 Live at the Rock Werchter Festival 1982
The Edge was
20 in U2 Live at the Rock Werchter Festival 1982
as 'Himself'.
Fri, Jan 01 1982
Poster of U2: Follies
U2: Follies
The Edge was
19 in U2: Follies
as 'Self'.
Tue, Feb 10 1981
Poster of U2 - Island 50 Festival: Live
U2 - Island 50 Festival: Live
The Edge will be
63+ in U2 - Island 50 Festival: Live
as 'Self'.
Unreleased
Poster of U2: Live from South Bend
U2: Live from South Bend
The Edge will be
63+ in U2: Live from South Bend
as 'Self - Guitar'.
Unreleased
Poster of U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/01
U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/01
The Edge will be
63+ in U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/01
as 'Self'.
Unreleased
Poster of U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/03
U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/03
The Edge will be
63+ in U2:UV Live from Vegas, 2023/11/03
Unreleased

TV Shows (Acting Roles)

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Ages in TV shows are based off the first air date and may not be accurate. View individual episode details for accurate ages
Poster of This Is Pop
This Is Pop
The Edge was
59+ in This Is Pop
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
First Air Date
Sat, Mar 06 2021
Poster of The Defiant Ones
The Defiant Ones
The Edge was
55+ in The Defiant Ones
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
First Air Date
Sun, Jul 09 2017
Poster of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
The Edge was
52+ in The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Mon, Feb 17 2014
Poster of Off Camera with Sam Jones
Off Camera with Sam Jones
The Edge was
52+ in Off Camera with Sam Jones
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Thu, Feb 06 2014
Poster of NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
The Edge was
46+ in NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Tue, Apr 22 2008
Poster of The Graham Norton Show
The Graham Norton Show
The Edge was
45+ in The Graham Norton Show
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Thu, Feb 22 2007
Poster of Off The Record
Off The Record
The Edge was
45+ in Off The Record
First Air Date
Fri, Nov 24 2006
Poster of Classic Albums
Classic Albums
The Edge was
35+ in Classic Albums
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Mon, Apr 14 1997
Poster of MTV Europe Music Awards
MTV Europe Music Awards
The Edge was
33+ in MTV Europe Music Awards
as 'Self - Performer'.
First Air Date
Thu, Nov 24 1994
Poster of The Simpsons
The Simpsons
The Edge was
28+ in The Simpsons
as 'The Edge (voice)'.
First Air Date
Sun, Dec 17 1989
Poster of MTV Video Music Awards
MTV Video Music Awards
The Edge was
23+ in MTV Video Music Awards
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Fri, Sep 14 1984
Poster of The Kennedy Center Honors
The Kennedy Center Honors
The Edge was
17+ in The Kennedy Center Honors
as 'Self - Honoree'.
First Air Date
Thu, Dec 28 1978
Poster of Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live
The Edge was
14+ in Saturday Night Live
as 'Self - Musical Guest'.
First Air Date
Sat, Oct 11 1975
Poster of Top of the Pops
Top of the Pops
The Edge was
2+ in Top of the Pops
First Air Date
Wed, Jan 01 1964
Poster of The Grammy Awards
The Grammy Awards
The Edge was
0+ in The Grammy Awards
as 'Self'.
First Air Date
Sun, Nov 29 1959
Poster of Tony Awards
Tony Awards
The Edge was
0+ in Tony Awards
as 'Self - Presenter'.
First Air Date
Sun, Apr 01 1956
Poster of Radio 2 Piano Room
Radio 2 Piano Room
The Edge will be
63+ in Radio 2 Piano Room
as 'Self - Guest Performer'.
First Air Date
Unreleased