Nelson Mandela, during his imprisonment on Robben Island, was inspired by reading the Diary of Anne Frank. Continue reading
Morgan Freeman met Nelson Mandela many times in order to learn how to play him in the film, Invictus. Continue reading
Former US President, Bill Clinton, talks about his close friend, Nelson Mandela. Continue reading
Francois Pienaar, the South African Rugby captain during the 1995 World Cup, reflects on his team's historic win and how it led to his friendship with Nelson Mandela. Continue reading
Douglas Wilder, the former Governor of Virginia, was interviewed about Nelson Mandela after the news of his death on December 5, 2013. Continue reading
Watch the first TV interview with Nelson Mandela, human rights activist and former South African President, recorded in 1961. He describes what Africans really want and explains his hopes for a peaceful integration of the country. Continue reading
Christo Brand was Nelson Mandela's jailer on Robben Island who quickly became his friend and ally throughout his imprisonment. Brand shares his favorite moments with Mandela and explains why he put his job on the line to support the human rights activist. Continue reading
George Bizos, lawyer for Nelson Mandela, recalls what he was like as a prisoner and shares his favorite memories of watching Mandela go from criminal to a visionary of peace. Continue reading
Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer David Turnley recounts the multiple occasions he photographed Nelson Mandela in South Africa and comments on Mandela's inspirational words of peace and justice. Continue reading
Lionel Richie recalls his experience working as Nelson Mandela's stylist during his first visit to the United States in 1990. Continue reading