( CNN ) -- As Desmond Tutu celebrates his 80th birthday , iReporters from across the world have shared their memories and moments with the charismatic peace activist and Nobel laureate . As well as wishing the Archbishop a happy birthday , many described the lasting impressions Tutu has made on them . While some recall Tutu 's `` passion for peace , '' other describe his `` immense kindness '' and almost all mention his `` sense of humor '' and `` infectious laugh '' . Chelsea Breana Bailey remembers giving Tutu a birthday card for his 79th birthday in Cape Town , South Africa . `` The world seems to only see Tutu as a revolutionary and outspoken anti-apartheid activist , '' Bailey said . `` But it 's important to remember that he 's just a man -- the kind of person who gives a stranger a hug for a birthday card . '' See more Desmond Tutu iReport submissions . Emma Smith , who met Tutu aboard a ship during a four-month study program called `` Semester at Sea , '' says the Archbishop was fondly referred to by all as `` Arch . '' But what made a lasting impression on Smith was the inspirational speech Tutu gave to the assembled students , `` You are young and full of promises , '' he said . `` Do n't let anyone look down on your dreams . Believe you are making a difference , because you are . Dream , dream , dream . Dream the craziest of dreams ! ' '' Happy Birthday Desmond Tutu ( or should we say `` Arch '' ) !
iReporters wish Desmond Tutu a happy 80th birthday . Many share their memories and pictures of the charismatic peace activist . Hide Caption 1 of 9 Photos:Photos: Remembering Desmond Tutu: 80 years later