Bono’s luxury property in the Hollywood Hills was at the centre of a stabbing incident on Thursday afternoon, with the U2 frontman said to be one of several investors
U2 frontman Bono’s luxury investment property in the Hollywood Hills is at the centre of a shocking stabbing incident.
Emergency services rushed to the Hollywood Hills residence linked to the 65 year old musician, which he is reported to part-own, after reports of an alleged knife attack on Thursday afternoon. The rock star, whose real name is Paul Hewson, is believed to be one of several investors in the luxury property, which is still under construction.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed they responded to a 911 call at 1.20pm PT and an investigation is currently underway, as reported by TMZ.
Photos published by the Daily Mail show multiple police vehicles parked at the entrance to the hillside home’s long driveway.
The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that both a fire engine and an ambulance were dispatched to the scene, with a helicopter also spotted circling overhead. Details surrounding the reported incident remain unclear.
The property, thought to be an active construction site, was not expected to be occupied by anyone other than contractors at the time.
TMZ reported that Bono was not involved in the event and is currently outside the United States.
Sources told the Daily Mail that the singer is one of multiple investors with a financial stake in the property, which is for sale privately and not listed on the Multiple Listing Service.
Real estate professionals in Los Angeles are said to be aware the home is being shown discreetly to prospective buyers.
First unveiled in November 2023, the house – a stunning architectural landmark perched above Fairfax Avenue with panoramic views of the Hollywood basin – was designed by architect Noah Walker and developed by Plus Development Group. Plus Development Group was co-founded by Tyrone McKillen, the son of Bono’s longtime business partner Paddy McKillen.
Bono and Paddy, who jointly own a whiskey distillery in Ireland, have collaborated on several ventures. Earlier this year, Paddy faced legal issues connected to separate business interests.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Bono was spotted visiting the property multiple times in 2023 to keep an eye on the construction progress. The home boasts a triangular-shaped main residence, a multi-level guesthouse and an elongated pool that runs alongside the main structure.
At the time his investment was made public, Bono was performing with U2 during the band’s 40-date residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas, which wrapped up in March 2024. The shows reportedly raked in around $1 million per concert.
Since the residency ended, Bono has kept a low profile, although he released the documentary Bono: Stories of Surrender in May 2025, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
Source: Mirror
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