“I have all the admiration in the world for somebody like Bono, who really puts himself on the line and tries actively to do something about our world situation.”

British musician and actor of the late 20th century, Bowie was a boundary-pushing innovator in rock and pop, blending avant-garde artistry with theatrical reinvention. His work redefined identity and genre, from the androgynous glam of *Ziggy Stardust* to the experimental depth of *Low*.