Bono's role in Pavarotti tribute gig; HONOUR.Byline: By MICHAEL SHARKEY Michael Sharkey (born 1 August, 1946 in Canterbury, New South Wales) is an Australian poet. Sharkey studied at the University of Sydney, where he was awarded a BA, and then he completed his doctorate at the University of Auckland. ROCKER Bono is to take part in a concert next month to honour legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti. Some of the world's biggest stars, including Sting, Jose Carreras and Andrea Bocelli, will perform at the charity event in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. The U2 frontman front·man n. 1. also front man A man who serves as a nominal leader but who lacks real authority. 2. Music A leading singer with a group. will take part via satellite link to raise cash for relief projects in Afghanistan. Dubliner Bono, 48, was a close pal of Pavarotti, who died last year from pancreatic cancer pancreatic cancer Malignant tumour of the pancreas. Risk factors include smoking, a diet high in fat, exposure to certain industrial products, and diseases such as diabetes and chronic pancreatitis. Pancreatic cancer is more common in men. , and had twice performed at the opera star's annual fundraisers in Modena, Italy. The line-up was revealed by Pavarotti's widow Nicoletta Mantovani. She said: "It was Luciano's dream to sing in Petra." Proceeds will aid thousands of Afghan refugees who have decided to return to their home villages. CAPTION(S): SATELLITE Bono |
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