The Queen and the Prince of Wales are among those who have paid tribute to South Africa's first black president Nelson Mandela who has died at the age of 95.
The world learnt of his death as royalty, celebrities and fans were watching the royal premiere of a film chronicling his incredible life.
The Queen said she is "deeply saddened" to learn of Mr Mandela's death, saying he "worked tirelessly for the good of his country".
The anti-apartheid icon, held in the highest esteem across the world for leading his nation's transition from white-minority rule in the 1990s after 27 years in prison, had been receiving medical care for a lung infection at his home.
Mr Mandela spent his final months surrounded by family after being released from hospital following a three month stay and passed away peacefully, President Jacob Zuma announced in a televised address last night.
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