Black Panther actor dies at 42

Опубликованно 31.08.2020 05:25

A statement about his death was published on his Instagram page, saying the star died at home with his wife and family by his side.

Boseman had not spoken publicly about his diagnosis.

Chadwick most famously was the first black Marvel superhero to headline his own movie in Black Panther and starred in a string of Avengers movies.

Recently he sparked concern among fans, appearing very thin in videos on social media.

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Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame in the Marvel franchise.

While his diagnosis was kept under wraps, the actor reportedly filmed movies between surgeries and chemotherapy.

He was slated to star in Black Panther 2 to be released in 2022.

#WakandaForever is already trending on Twitter as shocked fans react to the star’s death and post tributes.

Wakanda is the fictional country located in sub-Saharan Africa, home to Black Panther.

Co-star Chris Hemsworth wrote that he would miss his friend.

“This is a crushing blow” actor and director Jordan Peele said on Twitter.

Marvel Entertainment and Walt Disney Studios tweeted: “Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace.”

Many commented how Boseman was a real life superhero continuing to work while undergoing treatment.

Thank you for bringing this little guy’s favorite superhero to life. #WakandaForever @chadwickboseman pic.twitter.com/jEQKabaKKh— Nick Foster (@nick_mario) August 29, 2020

I can’t believe these 2 stars are gone and looking down on us in 2020

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