USA From Bono to Messi: Biden honors celebrities with the Medal of Freedom
Hollywood stars, icons of the fashion world and a famous ape researcher: shortly before the end of his term in office, US President Joe Biden wants to honor 19 celebrities with the highest civilian award in the USA. The so-called Medal of Freedom will be awarded on Saturday to football star Lionel Messi, basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, fashion designer Ralph Lauren, actors Michael J. Fox and Denzel Washington and rock musician Bono from the band U2, among others, the White House announced.
04.01.2025, 11:22
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The prestigious "Presidential Medal Of Freedom" honors people who have made a significant contribution "to the security or national interest of the United States, to world peace, and to cultural or other significant public issues". This year's recipients include primatologist Jane Goodall, billionaire and philanthropist George Soros, fashion journalist Anna Wintour and former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, a friend of Biden's.
