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Bono and Jane Goodall to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom from Joe Biden


Published on 2025-01-05 03:40:47 - MSN
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  • U2 frontman Bono, British conservationist Dame Jane Goodall and actor Denzel Washington are among the famous faces who will receive the highest US civilian honour, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, on Saturday.

U.S. President Joe Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 19 individuals including Irish musician Bono, known for his activism with the band U2, and British primatologist Jane Goodall, celebrated for her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees and environmental conservation. The recipients also include notable figures like former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, former Vice President Al Gore, and civil rights activist Medgar Evers, among others. This diverse group is recognized for their contributions in various fields such as politics, science, sports, and entertainment, reflecting their significant impact on American society and global issues. The ceremony for these awards is scheduled for May 3, 2024.

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