‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman dies after battling colon cancer

LOS ANGELES: Movie ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman has died at 43 following a four-year battle with colon cancer.

The actor was diagnosed with stage-three colon cancer in 2016, according to a statement shared on his Twitter account. He continued to act in between surgeries and chemotherapy treatments as the illness progressed to stage four, appearing in multiple films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe as well as others like ‘Marshall,’, ‘Da 5 Bloods’ and the upcoming ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.’

Born in 1976 in South Carolina, Boseman was initially known for his portrayal of real-life figures like James Brown in ‘Get on Up’, Jackie Robinson in 42, and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall.

He rose to superstardom when casting as Black Panther in numerous movies set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including Avengers: Endgame; Captain America: Civil War; and Black Panther, a groundbreaking comic book movie that scored seven nominations at the 91st Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Soon after the Black Panther actor’s death was confirmed, his fellow Marvel stars came forth to say their parting words for Boseman and pay homage to him.

Brie Larson who starred as Captain Marvel alongside Boseman in Avengers: Endgame also bid adieu to her friend, saying, “Chadwick was someone who radiated power and peace. Who stood for so much more than himself. Who took the time to really see how you were doing and gave words of encouragement when you felt unsure…Rest in power and peace my friend.”

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— Brie Larson (@brielarson) August 29, 2020

Don Cheedle who plays James Rhodes aka the War Machine in Avengers films, turned to Twitter and said, “I will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god … forever and ever.”

i will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god … ✌🏿♥️✊🏿 🙅🏿‍♂️ forever and ever … https://t.co/9pORaKZuQN pic.twitter.com/awX3DiTVwn

— Don Cheadle (@DonCheadle) August 29, 2020

Mark Ruffalo who essays Hulk, wrote on Twitter, “All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the loss of Chadwick Boseman. What a man, and what an immense talent. Brother, you were one of the all-time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.”