Chadwick Boseman (1977-2020): ‘A deeply committed and constantly curious artiste’

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Chadwick Boseman dies at 43. (Photo: AP)

Hollywood actor Chadwick Boseman, who gained fame for his role as Black Panther/King T’Challa in the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, has died after battling colon cancer for four years. He was 43. Besides Black Panther, Boseman was known for his performances in 42, Captain America: Civil War, Marshall, Avengers: Infinity War, 21 Bridges and Da 5 Bloods. His film Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is yet to be released.

His family released a statement on social media which read, “It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman. Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last 4 years as it progressed to stage IV. 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. He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side. The family thanks you for your love and prayers, and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.”

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The death of Chadwick Boseman has come as a shock to the film industry. Celebrities are paying tribute to the actor.

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Following the demise of Chadwick Boseman, celebrities took to social media to express their condolences.

In an earlier interview with Times, Chadwick Boseman had said he never imagined acting on stage or in front of the camera as he wasn’t ”raised to be the centre of attention.”

“I didn’t ever see myself on stage, or in front of the camera. Part of that is personality. I wasn’t necessarily raised to be the centre of attention. But I always had a story, a song, or a soundtrack going on in my head. I just never saw it as something you were supposed to do,” Boseman said.

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