Bono Gifts Penelope Cruz a Car, Sparks Driving Fear

Bono has added Hollywood star Penelope Cruz to the list of those who have received significant gifts from him. For Cruz's 52nd birthday earlier this year, the U2 frontman presented her with a car. This generous act, however, comes with a unique challenge, as Cruz has revealed she cannot drive.

Speaking about the gift, Cruz explained that Bono handed her the car in April, a gesture that has since pushed her to finally obtain her driver's license. She admitted that receiving such a gift from Bono left her with little excuse not to learn.

The gift is not merely a present but a catalyst for Cruz to confront a deep-seated fear of driving. This phobia originates from witnessing her younger sister being struck by a car during their childhood. Even now, the mere act of sitting in a vehicle can evoke unease from that traumatic experience.