It’s a curious thing, who survives the music industry and who doesn’t. In a new Esquire Magazine piece, Bono credits his faith in the divine in everything—his faith in Jesus Christ—for what has pulled him through. His community as well. “There is a very lonely place you can find yourself onstage if you’re not friends with the people you are closest to in that moment,” says Bono of his @U2-mates. “I have my friends in the band.”
He also has his wife of forty-two years: “I have a partner who is just wisdom.”
And one very good lesson from Chrissie Hynde. “I remember her saying, ‘Hey, let’s not die stupid,’ ” he says. “ ‘Not in a swimming pool, choking on your own vomit. Come on, man. You know what’s really great? Living a long life. That would be great, wouldn’t it?’ ”
Bono’s latest project with Apple, Bono: Stories of Surrender, is a bold documentary set to debut on May 30, 2025, via Apple TV+. The film adapts his one-man stage show into a cinematic experience, blending stories from his life with performances of classic U2 songs. Directed by Andrew Dominik, it captures the emotional core of Bono’s journey through music, activism, and personal transformation.
A standout aspect of the project is its availability in Apple Immersive Video for the Vision Pro headset. Shot in 8K with Spatial Audio, it delivers a 180-degree experience that places viewers directly onstage with Bono. This marks a milestone as Apple ventures deeper into immersive storytelling.
The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to overwhelming acclaim, including a standing ovation. Coinciding with the release is a new edition of Bono’s memoir, creating a multifaceted look at the legendary frontman’s legacy through both print and screen.
