"Everyone dies, and life here is like that."
"Everybody dies. It's just life around here."
- The movie "Black Panther"
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On Aug. 28, Chadwick Boseman, the actor of the Marvel movie "Black Panther," died of colon cancer at the age of 43.
Bosman's family made the announcement via his Twitter feed.
According to his family, Bosman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago and has been battling the disease ever since. But during his lifetime, he never spoke publicly about his condition. "Marshall," "Da 5 Bloods," "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, and many other films were shot between surgery and chemotherapy while Bosman endured illness.
"As a true fighter, Chadwick persevered, bringing many much-loved films to the audience."
Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe, died at 43 on Friday after a four-year battle with colon cancer, his representative said.
Boseman died at his home in the Los Angeles area with his wife and family by his side, his publicist Nicki Fioravante said, according to The Associated Press.
Boseman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago, his family said in a statement.
"It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman," reads the statement posted on Twitter.
"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."
Boseman had not spoken publicly about his diagnosis.
#WakandaForever
"Long live Wakanda"
"Legend 42" stills /source: Douban movie
In the 2013 film Legend 42, Bosman played Jackie Robinson, the first black athlete in the United States to enter Major League Baseball. This role allowed Bosman to make a name for himself in the film industry.
Movie "Exciting People's Hearts" / Source: Douban Movie
In 2014, Bosman was critically acclaimed for his role as James Brown, the godfather of American soul music, in the film Get On Up.
Stills from the movie "Black Panther" / Source: Douban Movie
But what really made Bosman famous was the Marvel superhero movie "Black Panther", released in 2018, in which he played King T'Challa in the mysterious African country of Wakanda.
Black Panther grossed $1.3 billion worldwide and received seven Oscar nominations. In addition, "Black Panther" uses African-American actors and production teams, jumping out of the pattern of the previous African-American films showing the vulnerable groups, portraying the image of an African-American superhero, and is also known as one of the milestones of African-American films.
This film also ushered in the peak of Bosman's career. With Black Panther, he won the 2018 Time Magazine Global Most Influential Person, the 44th People's Choice Awards, and other awards such as Male Star of the Year.
In the 2018 NBA Dunk Contest, Pacers player Victor Oladipo wore a "Panther" mask and greeted Bosman on Wakanda / Source: CFP
Bosman also unleashed a "Black Panther fever" around the world: fans imitated the meeting gift of Wakanda people with their arms crossed in the movie; the classic line "Wakanda Forever" that runs through the film can be seen everywhere on social networks; in sports events, players wore "Black Panther" masks when celebrating victories...
#RestInPowerKing
"We will remember your legend"
After the news of Bosman's death came, the hashtags of #WakandaForever and #Chadwick Boseman were flashed on Twitter, and everyone also posted tributes to Bosman.
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden: "Chadwick Bosman's real power is greater than anything we see on the silver screen. From Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed people that they could be anyone they wanted to be, even superheroes. At this difficult time, Jill and I are praying for the people he loves. ”
Black Panther Movies Official Tweet: "This news breaks our hearts. We will be with Chadwick Bosman's family. Your spiritual legacy will live on forever, please rest in peace. ”
"Captain America, Chris Evans": "This news is undoubtedly devastating to me. It broke my heart immensely. Chadwick is different. An irreplaceable person. He is an artist who is fully committed and always curious. He still has so many works of art left for him to create. I'm grateful to have a friendship with him, rest in peace, King. ”
"Star Lord" Chris Pratt: "Pray for Chadwick's family and the people who love him." The world will miss his amazing talent. God, please let His soul rest in peace. ”
"Hulk" Mark Ruffalo: "I would say that these tragedies that have occurred this year have been more profound because of the departure of Chadwick Bosman. A man of great talent. Brother, you are one of the greatest people in history, and your greatness has only just begun. God loves you, rest in peace King. ”
Basketball player Jeremy Lin: "Rest in peace, Chadwick Bosman!" In today's social and racial environment, suffering from cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, there are still so many profound films of great significance... He left behind an astonishing spiritual legacy and a heart of a brave man. ”
In the movie "Black Panther", Bosman once said such a passage about death.
Death is not the end
In another world, run forever
Chadwick Bosman