Naomi Campbell: I will treasure Nelson Mandela in my heart for the rest of my life

Naomi Campbell will 'treasure Mandela in my heart'. Credit: ITV News

Supermodel Naomi Campbell has told ITV News she will treasure Nelson Mandela's memory in her heart "for the rest of her life", as she attended a memorial service for the former South African president.

She told ITV News:

She has previously referred to Mandela as her "honorary grandfather" and spoken about how he helped her in her personal life.

Singer Bono said that his thoughts were with the family and told ITV News he was honoured to be asked to attend:

The memorial to Mandela saw many celebrities from around the world gather including South African actress Charlize Theron.

Charlize Theron during Nelson Mandela National Memorial Service. Credit: Sydney Mahlangu/Sports Inc/Press Association Images