Desmond Tutu
South African activist and Anglican bishop
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About Desmond Tutu
Desmond Tutu was a famous South African activist and an Anglican bishop.
His Highlights/Legacy
He became famous during the 1980's as an opponent of apartheid. He campaigned to fight AIDS, tuberculosis, poverty, racism, homophobia and transphobia.
He published many books and he has appeared in many TV shows and TV series in the past.
He was the first black Archbishop of Cape Town and bishop of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa.
He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009.
His Personal Life
He was married to Nomalizo Leah Shenxane and he had 4 children including the famous priest and author Mpho Tutu van Furth.
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F.A.Q. about Desmond Tutu
When is his birthday?
Desmond Tutu's birthday is on October 7, 1931.
In how many days is his birthday?
Desmond's birthday is in 244 days
How old was Desmond when he died?
He was 90 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 26, 2021.
How old would he be today?
Desmond Tutu would be 91 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Desmond from?
He was born in Klerksdorp, Western Transvaal, South Africa.