INTERVIEW - Martin Sheen reflects on his first meeting with Nelson Mandela and his experience with him

The speaker recounts a visit to South Africa in 1993, where he was filming a miniseries in Johannesburg. During the trip, he had the opportunity to visit Soweto and unexpectedly meet Nelson Mandela, who was not yet president. The speaker describes the awe-inspiring presence of Mandela and a memorable interaction where he gifted Mandela a timepiece and took a photo with him. Despite feeling he invaded Mandela's personal space, Mandela was gracious and humorous. The speaker reflects on the significance of meeting such an influential figure who changed the world and emphasizes the importance of doing all things with urgency and care.

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