Scarlett Johansson Lights a Candle for Rwanda

Friday May 15, 2009 11:30 AM EDT


Scarlett Johansson takes a break from filming Iron Man 2 to "remember those who died and those who survived" the Rwandan genocide 15 years ago. After visiting the country in last year to increase AIDS awareness in African nations, the newly married star was amazed how resilient and vibrant the Rwandan culture had become. Johansson exclusively reveals to PEOPLE.com her latest charity involvement with Candles for Rwanda.
– Amy Keith

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