Chadwick Boseman: Long Live the King
A tribute to the actor who gave us Jackie Robinson, James Brown and Black Panther — and who leaves behind an impressive legacy that still feels painfully unfinished
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Subscribe NowA tribute to the actor who gave us Jackie Robinson, James Brown and Black Panther — and who leaves behind an impressive legacy that still feels painfully unfinished
“Chadwick’s love for Howard University was sincere, and although he did not live to see those plans through to fruition, it is my honor to ensure his legacy lives on,” university president says
George C. Wolfe’s screen adaption of the seminal August Wilson play also stars a stunning Chadwick Boseman, in his final film role, as ambitious horn player Levee
“The news of his passing is a punch to my gut every morning,” actress wrote
“He was just beginning to do the things that he had intended to do,” Rashad says of mentee
“My entire job as Okoye was to respect and protect a king. Honor his leadership. Chadwick made that job profoundly easy,” Gurira writes
"Mr Boseman is a hero to this nation but more importantly a hero to the town of Anderson. His legacy was one of excellence and equality. As fellow citizens go about their day they should have a face that sees all people as equal."
The 'Black Panther' star died at the age of 43 after a years-long battle with colon cancer, a statement on his official social media channels confirmed on Friday.