London Celebration for Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday Airs Monday
Nelson Mandela Turns 90. All images: © 2008 VH1.
One of the greatest people of our time, Nelson Mandela, turns 90 on July 18. Mandela, known for his long struggle against Apartheid, in South Aftica, has more recently taken up another fight. In 2003, as a response to the global AIDS epidemic, Nelson Mandela created 46664, named after his prison number while he was serving 27 years for leading a liberation movement. Mandela decided to harness the support of musicians to educate and raise awareness of AIDS among the world’s youth. A brilliant man, all of us benefit from his presence in the world.
Now, on the eve of his 90th birthday, musicians gather in London to honor Nelson Mandela. VH1 will air the concert, Monday evening, June 30 at 9PM/8PM Central. Will Smith hosts, and a long list of celebrity musicians join in to honor the man.
Artists Appearing
- Amy Winehouse
- Leona Lewis
- Annie Lennox
- Josh Groban
- Queen + Paul Rodgers
- Simple Minds
- The Sugababes
- Dame Shirley Bassey
- Razorlight
- Andrea and Sharon Corr
- Eddy Grant
- Jamelia
- Johnny Clegg
- Sipho Mabuse
- Loyiso
- Kurt Darren
- Soweto Gospel Choir
- The Children of Agape
- Papa Wemba and Sudanese
- Emmanuel Jal
For more information on Nelson Mandela’s global fight against AIDS, go to 46664. There are many simple ways that you can help make a huge difference.
Also, be sure to go to Happy Birthday Mandela to wish Mr. Mandela a happy 90th birthday. When you do, you’ll receive a free song download featuring Queen + Paul Rodgers. The song was donated to the campaign by the artists.
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