Nelson Mandela ‘not affiliated’ with 466/64 fashion collection

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QUNU, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 30 (SOUTH AFRICA OUT): Former South African president Nelson Mandela (L) receives the African Nation Congress' centenary torch from their chairwoman Baleka Mbete at his home on May 30, 2012 in Qunu, South Africa. The original torch was lit during the party's 100th birthday celebrations earlier this year, before a replica was presented to Mandela at his home, where he with celebrate his 94th birthday next month. (Photo by Daily Dispatch/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

QUNU, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 30 (SOUTH AFRICA OUT): Former South African president Nelson Mandela (L) receives the African Nation Congress' centenary torch from their chairwoman Baleka Mbete at his home on May 30, 2012 in Qunu, South Africa. The original torch was lit during the party's 100th birthday celebrations earlier this year, before a replica was presented to Mandela at his home, where he with celebrate his 94th birthday next month. (Photo by Daily Dispatch/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

The clothing line 466/64 which claimed to be started by Nelson Mandela is apparently not even affiliated with the ex-South African president. According to the Huffington Post, although inspired by Mandela, with their bright colors and their name, 466/64 does not benefit Mandela or any of his organizations.

We knew it was too good to be true. What 94-year-old world leader launches a clothing line anyway?

According to WWD the 466/64 Fashion line, which was purportedly launched by Nelson Mandela, is in fact not affiliated with the former South Africa president.

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