Bono To Write for the New York Times

The New York Times is extending an offer to U2 rocker Bono to become a columnist for their Op-Ed page, E! Online reported.

"We have asked Bono to write an occasional column for the paper next year, covering a range of subjects, but are still finalizing the details," Times spokeswoman Catherine J. Mathis said.

At a talk at Columbia's School of Journalism on Wednesday, editorial page editor Andrew Rosenthal added that the former Nobel Peace Prize nominee will pen between six and 10 pieces for the paper on topics including Africa and global poverty, both of which are longtime pet causes for Bono.

It's unclear whether he will be paid for his columns. However, his One Campaign spokeswoman, Kathy McKiernan, said any payment would go to Bono's charity.

Former A-list New York Times Op-Ed writers include Bruce Springsteen and Larry David.