Actor Chadwick Boseman, famous for playing King T’Challa in Marvel’s Black Panther, died of colon cancer at the age of 43 on Friday i.e 28th August, 2020. The actor’s family released a statement on social media which revealed that Boseman had been battling cancer for four years. The actor never publicly discussed his medical condition. Acknowledging his infamous role of King T’Challa, the statement mentioned: “It was the honour of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther“.
Following the news of his death, condolences have been pouring in for the Black Panther actor. Boseman’s Avengers movie co-stars too expressed their grief on social media while paying tribute to the late actor. “All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the loss of Chadwick Boseman. What a man, and what an immense talent. Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King,” tweeted Mark Ruffalo, who plays Hulk in the films by MCU.
All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the loss of #ChadwickBoseman. What a man, and what an immense talent. Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.
— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) August 29, 2020
Actor Chris Evans, who played Captain America alongside Boseman, tweeted: “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.”
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
Chris Hemsworth, the Thor of Avenger movies, wrote in an Instagram post: “Gonna miss you mate. Absolutely heartbreaking. One of the kindest most genuine people I’ve met.”
Actress Angela Bassett, who played Queen Ramonda in the Black Panther movie, wrote a beautiful caption in an Instagram post about Boseman:
Chris Pratt, who plays Star-Lord, tweeted: “My prayers go out to Chadwick’s family and loved ones. The world will miss his tremendous talent. God rest his soul.”
My prayers go out to Chadwick’s family and loved ones. The world will miss his tremendous talent. God rest his soul. #wakandaforever https://t.co/j5JWSeiqd5
— Chris Pratt (@prattprattpratt) August 29, 2020
Actress Brie Larson, who co-starred with Chadwick Boseman as Captain Marvel in Avengers: Endgame, simply shared the broken heart emoji:
— Brie Larson (@brielarson) August 29, 2020
Not only the Marvel team but various actors, celebrities and members of Hollywood also took to social media to express their condolences.
Devastating news. We lost a great one. Takoto mai rā e Āriki. #chadwickboseman
— Taika Waititi (@TaikaWaititi) August 29, 2020
Chadwick…..no words to express my devastation of losing you. Your talent, your spirit, your heart, your authenticity……..It was an honor working beside you, getting to know you….Rest well prince…May flights of angels sing thee to thy heavenly rest. I love you! 💛💛💛 pic.twitter.com/6abglPBOsh
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) August 29, 2020
❤️❤️❤️thank you for the gifts you gave to us while you were here. https://t.co/fvgFMCz89v
— ashton kutcher (@aplusk) August 29, 2020
Chadwick Boseman’s family described the actor as a “true fighter” in their statement, revealing he underwent treatment for years while continuing work: “Chadwick persevered through it all and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. Chadwick Boseman died in his home, with his wife and family by his side.”
— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020
