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
Deepak Chopra shares his thoughts on Nelson Mandela and his imprisonment after being trapped in an elevator in his hotel in South Africa for several hours. 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
Businessman Peter Gruber recalls the time Nelson Mandela called him about hosting an event for him in the US after he was released from prison in 1990. Continue reading
Michelle Obama recalls how moving it was to meet with Nelson Mandela in South Africa. She discusses the importance of his work and how anyone can be an activist like him with the right dedication. Continue reading
Professor Paul von Blum , a civil rights activist an author, recalls meeting Rosa Parks and explains her work in the civil rights movement. Continue reading
