Nelson Mandela was laid to rest in his hometown of Qunu, South Africa, just a few days after his death at the age of 95. Strange that his death coincided with the release of a biopic about his life, Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom. The biopic hit theaters less than a week before his death. The film, starring Idris Elba as Mandela, is based on Mandela’s autobiography, and goes through the journey of his early life to his 27-year prison sentence to his eventual South African Presidency. At the New York premiere of Mandela, Elba had some heartwarming words to share about his onscreen persona. Check out what he said below!
(Photos) Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom Movie Premiere In NYC!
Idris Elba stopped by Hot 97 and talked to Angie Martinez, but soon after, the gorgeous actor took it to the red carpet in New York for the premiere of, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. Naomie Harris, Ashanti, Idris and many more showed up to Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center in NY and they were stunning. Hit the jump and check out the gallery!
(Video) Idris Elba Talks, Nelson Mandela & Baby Rumors With Angie Martinez!
“I’m private. I like to keep it that way,” Idris Elba tells Angie Martinez after a fan calls into Hot 97 and asks, “Are you really expecting a baby?” When you’re a man with looks, an accent and play those domineering/take charge characters on the big screen, there is nothing that you could say or do that will be private to the public. Among other things, Idris goes over the very tiresome, yet rewarding role of playing Nelson Mandela in the up-coming film, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. Something powerful, I bet. Hit the jump to check out the interview.
(Photos) Rita Ora, Idris Elba, Naomi Harris & More At Harper’s Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards
Last night, the Harper’s Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards were held at Claridge’s Hotel in London. Check out some of your favorite stars’ looks…from Rita Ora to Idris Elba and more…in the gallery.
(Video) In Honor Of Nelson Mandela Day, Trailer For New Mandela Biopic Released
The United Nations recently declared July 18th, which is Nelson Mandela’s birthday, Nelson Mandela International Day. It was only right that the trailer for Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom to be released as well. Idris Elba will play as Mandela. Check out the full trailer after the jump.
(Photo) 1st Look At New Mandela Movie Starring Idris Elba!
Here is the first Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom Poster, Starring Idris Elba and Naomi Harris it is set to hit theaters on November 29. The movie directed by Justin Chadwick, highlights Mandela’s early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison. Sheda Indie Wire
