Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Dead at 43

It’s a sad day not just for Marvel fans, but everyone who was blessed to have Chadwick Boseman in their lives. The Black Panther star has passed away after a four-year battle with colon cancer. He was 43 years old.

The actor’s Twitter account confirmed the news, as was first reported by Associated Press. According to the post, Boseman was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer in 2016, which later on progressed to stage 4 during the last four years.

“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and several more, all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy.

“It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther.”

The actor died at home, with his wife and family.

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— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020

Boseman’s career exploded with his role as T’Challa, the Wakandan king in Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Black Panther. The character debuted in 2016’s Captain America: Civil War.

But apart from his superhero role, Boseman has already an impressive career for his roles on TV shows such as Law & Order, Third Watch, and CSI: NY.

He took on the role of Jackie Robinson in the movie 42, which was shown in 2013. The biopic of the first African American player in Major League Baseball was well-received by critics and fans alike.

As Black Panther, Boseman appeared in MCU’s Civil War, which paved the way for the superhero’s own movie in 2018.

He also appeared in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.

He was also set to reprise his role in Black Panther 2, which was scheduled to be released in May 2022.

An outpouring of reactions and tributes came from Boseman’s co-stars and friends in the industry.

Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/DyibBLoBxz

— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) August 29, 2020

I’m absolutely devastated. This is beyond heartbreaking.

Chadwick was special. A true original. He was a deeply committed and constantly curious artist. He had so much amazing work still left to create. I’m endlessly grateful for our friendship. Rest in power, King💙 pic.twitter.com/oBERXlw66Z

— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) August 29, 2020

Hard to hear about this.
Rest in love, brother.
Thank you for shining your light and sharing your talent with the world. My love and strength to your family. https://t.co/hNAWav7Cq8

— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) August 29, 2020

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— Brie Larson (@brielarson) August 29, 2020

I’ll miss waiting to see what he does next. Rest in power. https://t.co/PkRjw4HKSF

— Nia DaCosta (@NiaDaCosta) August 29, 2020

The true power of @ChadwickBoseman was bigger than anything we saw on screen. From the Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want — even super heroes. Jill and I are praying for his loved ones at this difficult time.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 29, 2020

holy shit no https://t.co/nOwkZtC4y9

— Evan Narcisse (@EvNarc) August 29, 2020

Tears overflowing. You will forever be mighty and beloved. Thank you for sharing yourself so powerfully, beautifully and generously in this lifetime. We were lucky to have so much of you. Praying and sending love and many blessings to your family. #LegendsNeverDie #WakandaForever

— Rosario Dawson (@rosariodawson) August 29, 2020