John McCain: The 2017 '60 Minutes' interview

Sen. John McCain died Saturday at the age of 81 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer. Last September, weeks after the senator was diagnosed, Lesley Stahl interviewed McCain on his Arizona ranch.

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"60 Minutes," the most successful television broadcast in history. Offering hard-hitting investigative reports, interviews, feature segments and profiles of people in the news, the broadcast began in 1968 and is still a hit, 50 seasons later, regularly making Nielsen's Top 10. "60 Minutes" has won more Emmy Awards than any other primetime broadcast, including a special Lifetime Achievement Emmy. It has also won every major broadcast journalism award over its tenure, including 20 Peabody and 18 DuPont Columbia University awards for excellence in television broadcasting. Other distinguished awards won multiple times include the George Polk, RTNDA Edward R. Murrow, Investigative Reporters and Editors, RFK Journalism, Sigma Delta Chi and Gerald Loeb Awards for Distinguished Business and Financial Reporting. "60 Minutes" premiered on CBS Sept. 24, 1968. Jeff Fager is the program's executive producer. The correspondents and contributors of "60 Minutes" are Bill Whitaker, Steve Kroft, Lara Logan, Scott Pelley, Lesley Stahl, Anderson Cooper, Sharyn Alfonsi, Jon Wertheim, Norah O'Donnell and Oprah Winfrey. "60 Minutes" airs Sundays at 7 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

[blackwidow]

No matter what you think of John McCain, he really lived his life based on the values he grew up with. He has flaws, but he was honest about it and accepted his mistakes and was apologetic about it. You may not agree with his policies but this man has principle. Few men are willing to forsake his party for his principle. That makes him one of a kind. Salute to you Sir. Rest in Peace.

[gigicassel]

I’m a democrat but I strive so hard to be like John McCain. I have so much respect for that man and may he be in a valley of love, peace and light in God’s heaven

[jkbc]

what a genuine guy he is, he would have been a great President. Bless him and his family. America needs more of people like him, thinking about the People he served.

[JamesOfKS]

"This guy, he served his country." - That you did, Senator.

[Jayla]

Amazing man who served in so many ways and he impacted the lives of so many. God bless Senator McCain and his family.

[dtxgmoney]

As often as I disagreed with his politics and policies you can tell he tries to do what he thinks is right for the country and rarely if ever keeping the focus on himself. He recognized the blessed life he had and he was grateful for it. He is a rare breed in government and he is greatly missed.

[thelabyrinth]

A man with integrity and with true heart to serve his countrymen. RIP Sen. John McCain--From Philippines!

[rcf]

2:25 The look John gives. It's almost like he's foreshadowing what's to come. RIP Mr. McCain <3

[almamatermit]

I was at the service with his family at a Baptist Church here in Phoenix, Arizona.
Joe Biden and other Democrats all spoke kind words at the service.
Rest in peace John S. McCain.

[MsChemicalEngineer]

What a wonderful man. He served our country. In Viet Nam, in the Senate, , on the campaign trail. We should all thank him for his service, and we should tell the President that he was wrong to say that he wasn’t a war hero. This man was a hero, he was captured and could’ve gotten released but he stayed with his men. I’m saddened that we’ve lost this man, and send sympathy to his family from my family.

[acartier]

Its feels great to see so many people showing the respect he deserves.

[paolasoriano]

Been crying since yesterday. We will miss you, Sen. McCain. Such a a gallant public servant.

[MariaRodriguez-epxn]

Thank you for your uncompromising stand and your service to ALL people!!!! May the peace of God be with yours during this difficult time.

[jackjohnson]

Leslie really struggled through this interview, shows the amount of respect she has for him

[suecozza]

John McCain is America's greatest hero rest in peace America's good honest heart hero and may God be with his family

[MP-ozyk]

What an incredible being. Even while sick and having chemo, he had his staff trailing him! RIP Senator McCain. It was an honor to have you with us in our beautiful Arizona.

[aledwilliams]

What a brave man, God bless, My father died of the same cancer last month at 71, 😢😢

[stephengiese]

What a no nonsense, loyal, heroic, humorous, and driven public servant. Thank you for your service.

[MartinWakibe]

From Kenya, Africa.i recognise and salute this fallen general who gave his all to his country.rest in peace senator mc Cain

[whodatnation]

Nothing but respect to you Sir.. thank you for serving our great Country with dignity and respect..🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸