Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela’s former wife and anti-apartheid campaigner Winnie dies aged 81

Winnie Mandela, iconic anti-apartheid campaigner and known as 'the Mother of the Nation' in South Africa, has passed away at the age of 81. The…

Five minutes with celebrity photographer Richard McLaren

From Nelson Mandela and Tina Turner to Heath Ledger and Pierce Brosnan, Richard McLaren has worked with an eclectic mix of famous faces during his…

Nelson Mandela's former private residence opens doors as luxury hideaway available for hire

A private residence built especially for Nelson Mandela has opened to the public as a luxury retreat where guests can walk in the footsteps of one of…

Naomi Campbell shares touching birthday tribute to Nelson Mandela

Naomi Campbell always regarded Nelson Mandela like a grandfather. On what would have been his 96th birthday on July 18, the supermodel paid tribute…

William and Kate cried over Nelson Mandela's death reveals Idris Elba

Prince William and Kate Middleton were in tears when they heard that Nelson Mandela had died. Idris Elba, the star of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom,…

Paul Walker named UK's most searched for person in 2013 as Google reveal top ten

The tragic passing of Paul Walker struck a chord with the people of Britain. The late Fast & Furious actor was the UK's most searched person on…

Nelson Mandela laid to rest in emotional funeral service

Nelson Mandela was laid to rest in his childhood rural town of Qunu, in an emotional funeral service that was held on Sunday.Click on photos below…

'Photos can lie': Michelle Obama was not unhappy during Nelson Mandela 'selfie', photographer says

Michelle Obama's stern expression during a picture of Barack Obama, David Cameron and Denmark's Helle Thorning-Schmidt at Nelson Mandela's memorial…

Naomi's tears for Nelson: supermodel bids farewell to iconic leader

With tears falling down her face, Naomi Campbell said goodbye to her 'honourary grandfather', Nelson Mandela.The British supermodel was visibly upset…

Charlize Theron, Bono and Naomi Campbell pay respects to Nelson Mandela at uplifting memorial service

More than any other politician of ages past or present, Nelson Mandela was able to call the biggest celebrities in the world his friends. On Tuesday,…

World leaders and celebrities remember Nelson Mandela at joyous memorial service

As he did in life, in death Nelson Mandela has united people from all walks of life, race and political opinion. At his rainswept memorial service in…

Honouring the life of Nelson Mandela: the memorial service in pictures

Tens of thousands gathered in the rainswept Soweto Stadium in South Africa's Johannesburg on Tuesday to honour Nelson Mandela, revered icon of the…

Prince Charles will represent the Queen at state funeral for Nelson Mandela

Prince Charles will represent the Queen at the funeral of Nelson Mandela in the remote village of Qunu, where the iconic late leader grew up,…

Nelson Mandela: The life and times of a hero

For more than half a century, the name of Nelson Mandela was synonymous with the struggle against inequality and unflinching dignity in the face of…

The Queen remembers 'with great warmth' her meetings with Nelson Mandela

The Queen has said she is "deeply saddened" to learn of the passing of Nelson Mandela, and has sent her "sincere condolences to his family and the…

South Africa and the world mourns the passing of iconic statesman Nelson Mandela

South Africans have gathered in Johannesburg and Soweto to mourn their former leader Nelson Mandela, who passed away on Thursday aged 95. CLICK ON…

Nelson Mandela 'passed on peacefully' aged 95

Nelson Mandela has "passed on peacefully" aged 95.The anti-Apartheid hero passed away in his Johannesburg home on 5 December "surrounded by close…

Freedom fighter Nelson Mandela's most famous quotes

Nelson Mandela combined a lawyer's intellect with the wisdom of a tribal elder — click on photo below for his most famous quotes.When he spoke…

William and Kate pay tribute to 'extraordinary and inspiring' Nelson Mandela

Upon hearing the news of Nelson Mandela's death at the premiere of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Prince William and Kate Middleton released a…

Nelson Mandela putting up a 'courageous' fight from his 'deathbed' says daughter

Anti-apartheid legend Nelson Mandela is still fighting for his life, said his daughter.Makaziwe Mandela told South Africa television that the…