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Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies from colon cancer at 43

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Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies from colon cancer at 43
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - Chadwick Boseman, star of the groundbreaking superhero movie Black Panther, has died after a private four-year battle with colon cancer, his publicist told AFP on Friday (Aug 28).

Boseman, 43, had not publicly discussed his condition - which was first diagnosed in 2016 - and continued to work on major Hollywood films during and between “countless” operations and chemotherapy, his family said in a statement.

"It was the honour of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther," said a statement posted to Boseman's social media accounts.

“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all,” the statement added.

"He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side."

Boseman became the first black superhero to get his own standalone film in the record-breaking Marvel franchise with 2018’s Black Panther.



The movie, set in the fictional African kingdom of Wakanda, was adored by critics and audiences, becoming the first comic book film to be nominated for best picture at the Oscars and grossing over US$1 billion (S$1.36 billion) worldwide.


Earlier in his career, Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson in 42 and James Brown in Get On Up.

The news of Boseman’s death sent shockwaves through Hollywood and around the world.

“The true power of @chadwickboseman was bigger than anything we saw on screen,” wrote Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden.


“From the Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want – even super heroes.”

Boseman’s Marvel co-star Mark Ruffalo tweeted: “Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.”

Leading US civil rights organisation the NAACP praised Boseman for “showing us how to conquer adversity with grace” and “to walk as a King, without losing the common touch”.

“#RestInPower #BlackPantherForever,” its tweet concluded.

‘HEARTS ARE BROKEN’
Boseman had recently appeared in Spike Lee’s Vietnam War-set Da 5 Bloods and was set to appear in a sequel to Black Panther due in 2022.

“Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace,” wrote the official Marvel Twitter account.

His character T’Challa, king and protector of technologically advanced Wakanda, was the first black superhero in mainstream American comics, having been featured in The Fantastic Four in 1966.

The Marvel film was celebrated as an important cultural moment for its mainly black cast, and for subverting stereotypes by depicting a prosperous African country that takes in refugees and extends its culture and technology to poorer nations.

Boseman shrugged off sceptics who tried to convince him not to give the superhero an African accent.

“There was a time period where people would ask me questions about whether or not an audience could sit through a movie with a lead character that spoke with that accent,” he said at the time.

“I became adamant about the fact that it’s not true,” he added.

Born in South Carolina, the son of a nurse and an upholstery entrepreneur, Boseman has roots in the west African state of Sierra Leone.

Before Marvel, he was best known for acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Robinson in Brian Helgeland’s 42 (2013), which had the highest-grossing debut for a baseball movie in Hollywood history.

He was also lavished with praise for his interpretation of soul singer Brown in Get On Up (2014), earning inclusion among the top 10 performances of 2014 by Time magazine.

Boseman died in his home “with his wife and family by his side”, the statement said.

“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all” and filmed projects “during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy”, the family’s statement said.



RIP Wakanda Forever!
 
I wondered why we had not seen another Black Panther movie after the success of the first one.
 
He did a great job as Jackie Robinson. Phenomenal actor and seemed like a good person. I didnt even know he was sick. Man, **** cancer.

He was diagnosed with it back in 2016. Never said a word about it in public despite being in the public eye for quite a few years. Amazing strength. He faced cancer with incredible dignity.

Rest easy now King T’Challa.
 
Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies from colon cancer at 43
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - Chadwick Boseman, star of the groundbreaking superhero movie Black Panther, has died after a private four-year battle with colon cancer, his publicist told AFP on Friday (Aug 28).

Boseman, 43, had not publicly discussed his condition - which was first diagnosed in 2016 - and continued to work on major Hollywood films during and between “countless” operations and chemotherapy, his family said in a statement.

"It was the honour of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther," said a statement posted to Boseman's social media accounts.

“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all,” the statement added.

"He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side."

Boseman became the first black superhero to get his own standalone film in the record-breaking Marvel franchise with 2018’s Black Panther.



The movie, set in the fictional African kingdom of Wakanda, was adored by critics and audiences, becoming the first comic book film to be nominated for best picture at the Oscars and grossing over US$1 billion (S$1.36 billion) worldwide.


Earlier in his career, Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson in 42 and James Brown in Get On Up.

The news of Boseman’s death sent shockwaves through Hollywood and around the world.

“The true power of @chadwickboseman was bigger than anything we saw on screen,” wrote Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden.


“From the Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want – even super heroes.”

Boseman’s Marvel co-star Mark Ruffalo tweeted: “Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.”

Leading US civil rights organisation the NAACP praised Boseman for “showing us how to conquer adversity with grace” and “to walk as a King, without losing the common touch”.

“#RestInPower #BlackPantherForever,” its tweet concluded.

‘HEARTS ARE BROKEN’
Boseman had recently appeared in Spike Lee’s Vietnam War-set Da 5 Bloods and was set to appear in a sequel to Black Panther due in 2022.

“Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace,” wrote the official Marvel Twitter account.

His character T’Challa, king and protector of technologically advanced Wakanda, was the first black superhero in mainstream American comics, having been featured in The Fantastic Four in 1966.

The Marvel film was celebrated as an important cultural moment for its mainly black cast, and for subverting stereotypes by depicting a prosperous African country that takes in refugees and extends its culture and technology to poorer nations.

Boseman shrugged off sceptics who tried to convince him not to give the superhero an African accent.

“There was a time period where people would ask me questions about whether or not an audience could sit through a movie with a lead character that spoke with that accent,” he said at the time.

“I became adamant about the fact that it’s not true,” he added.

Born in South Carolina, the son of a nurse and an upholstery entrepreneur, Boseman has roots in the west African state of Sierra Leone.

Before Marvel, he was best known for acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Robinson in Brian Helgeland’s 42 (2013), which had the highest-grossing debut for a baseball movie in Hollywood history.

He was also lavished with praise for his interpretation of soul singer Brown in Get On Up (2014), earning inclusion among the top 10 performances of 2014 by Time magazine.

Boseman died in his home “with his wife and family by his side”, the statement said.

“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all” and filmed projects “during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy”, the family’s statement said.



RIP Wakanda Forever!
What he was able to do physically and professionally, while fighting the disease (clandestinely) is amazing and mind-boggling. What a true hero. He made a character - via his performance - that inspired a generation and generations to come.

If I were @T.M.P. I’d point out that cancer has the smallest penis of all.
 
What he was able to do physically and professionally, while fighting the disease (clandestinely) is amazing and mind-boggling. What a true hero. He made a character - via his performance - that inspired a generation and generations to come.

If I were @T.M.P. I’d point out that cancer has the smallest penis of all.
Nope, sorry, gun fetishists still hold the lead. Or whatever ..
 
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Jesus that’s something. I have very few emotions but that has stirred up the remnants of what I think are probably emotions. Art is tragic and art is beautiful. Art gives and it takes away. I’m blessed in that I have a keen eye and ear for art and always have, but I am not capable of creating it myself.

Thus, I’m deeply moved and in awe of those that are creators, and are talented, whether they be young or old, black or white.

We are all worse off in this world without Mr. Boseman. I’m not crying - you’re crying.
 
Jesus that’s something. I have very few emotions but that has stirred up the remnants of what I think are probably emotions. Art is tragic and art is beautiful. Art gives and it takes away. I’m blessed in that I have a keen eye and ear for art and always have, but I am not capable of creating it myself.

Thus, I’m deeply moved and in awe of those that are creators, and are talented, whether they be young or old, black or white.

We are all worse off in this world without Mr. Boseman. I’m not crying - you’re crying.

I can relate to this. I love art in all forms and have not an artistic bone in my body. I read great writers because I get jealous when I read those lines that make me shake my head. Same with a great songwriter. I’ve been mesmerized by bebop Jazz because I can’t even conceive of the talent it takes to do it. It’s awe inspiring. I feel sorry for people who don’t soak it in.
 
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