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rp @blackvoices Chadwick Boseman, who played icons Jackie Robinson, James Brown and the beloved King T'Challa in "Black Panther," died Friday of cancer. He was just 43 years old.
Boseman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago, his family said in a statement.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” his family said. “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.”
A heartbroken world grieved the loss Friday. The actor was remembered for his compelling talent — and huge heart. He continued to give to his craft and to others everything he could, even as he faced his own formidable health challenge.
"May you have a beautiful return, King. We will miss you so," wrote Ava DuVernay.
"Chadwick was someone who radiated power and peace. Who stood for so much more than himself," wrote his "Avengers: Endgame" co-star Brie Larson. "I'm honored to have the memories I have ... Rest in power and peace my friend."
"Chadwick Boseman shot legendary movie after legendary while fighting for his life. What a real life superhero," wrote Yamiche Alcindor.
In this excerpt from his 2018 Howard University commencement speech, Boseman urged grads to find their own purpose in the world, which he said was more important than sim- #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems
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rp @blackvoices Chadwick Boseman, who played icons Jackie Robinson, James Brown and the beloved King T'Challa in "Black Panther," died Friday of cancer. He was just 43 years old.
Boseman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago, his family said in a statement.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” his family said. “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.”
A heartbroken world grieved the loss Friday. The actor was remembered for his compelling talent — and huge heart. He continued to give to his craft and to others everything he could, even as he faced his own formidable health challenge.
"May you have a beautiful return, King. We will miss you so," wrote Ava DuVernay.
"Chadwick was someone who radiated power and peace. Who stood for so much more than himself," wrote his "Avengers: Endgame" co-star Brie Larson. "I'm honored to have the memories I have ... Rest in power and peace my friend."
"Chadwick Boseman shot legendary movie after legendary while fighting for his life. What a real life superhero," wrote Yamiche Alcindor.
In this excerpt from his 2018 Howard University commencement speech, Boseman urged grads to find their own purpose in the world, which he said was more important than sim- #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems