Robert Frederick Zenon Geldof, known professionally as Bob Geldof, was born on October 5, 1951 in County Dublin, Ireland. He is a singer and member of the Boomtown Rats but is more widely known for his political activism, particularly with charity for the poor in Africa, and he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth. He married his longtime girlfriend, Paula Yates, and they had three children together, Fifi Trixibelle, Peaches Honeyblossom, and Little Pixie. They divorced in 1996, and Paula had another daughter, Heavenly Hiraani Tiger Lily (who goes by “Tiger”). After Paula died of an overdose in 2000, Bob became Tiger’s guardian and raised her. He lives in South London with his life’s partner and Tiger.
Recommended Resources
Geldof’s official site advances information about his projects and upcoming appearances, a list of current news articles with him at their center, pictures, and reviews.
http://www.bobgeldof.com/
Bob Geldof Unofficial Web Site
Consists of the biography of former Boomtown Rats frontman, his activism, and his discography, a list of his social activities and projects, including Band Aid and Live Aid, and news about him.
http://bobgeldof.info/
The Internet Movie Database listing for Bob Geldof features photographs and videos, news items about him and his charities, and a detailed list of his music and film and television appearances.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002097/
The UK Guardian’s section reserved for news items and commentary about Bob Geldorf, his events, and his music.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/bob-geldof
