Bob Geldof: 50 Years of The Boomtown Rats & Turning Down Irish Presidency | Lorraine

2025 is a year of anniversaries for Sir Bob Geldof - from his 10th wedding anniversary in April, to 40 years of Live Aid in July and today he’s celebrating 50 years of The Boomtown Rats with a brand new album. He joins Christine LIVE to reveal how the band have been marking this huge milestone, what it was like being honoured with a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ and why he's decided the Irish presidency wasn't for him. Subscribe now for more! http://bit.ly/1KyA9sV Broadcast on 19/09/25 Like, follow and subscribe to Lorraine! Catch up on the ITVX: https://bit.ly/2Yvjtyv Website: http://bit.ly/1E6BlKW YouTube: http://bit.ly/18cHdtx Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1E6Bhep Twitter: https://goo.gl/R5Jxmp Lorraine brings you up-to-date topical stories, the biggest celebrity interviews and tasty recipes as well as finger-on-the-pulse fashion tips with Mark Heyes and health advice from Dr Hilary Jones. Presenter Lorraine Kelly welcomes guests in her warm and friendly studio setting as she interviews your favourite celebrity guests and a-list stars as well and delving into the world of food, fashion, health and fun. Join Lorraine every weekday on ITV and STV at 9.00am. http://www.itv.com http://www.stv.tv #lorraine #bobgeldof #anniversary #liveaid #interview #boomtownrats