“Black Panther”: Chadwick Boseman dies of cancer – people



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Mourning the “Black Panther”!

American actor Chadwick Boseman, star of the Marvel blockbuster, has died at the age of 43. He died of colon cancer, his agent confirmed.

“It was a great honor for his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther,” read a message on his social media pages. “He died at home with his wife and family by his side.”

Boseman had been diagnosed with cancer in 2016. He did not speak publicly about his illness, but instead continued his work on major film projects in Hollywood.

His family said Boseman had “endured it all” and continued filming during and between his numerous operations and chemotherapy treatments.

Boseman (l.) in seiner Paraderolle des Black Panther im Marvel-Film „Avengers: Infinity War“Photo: rental

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Boseman (left) In his starring role as Black Panther in the Marvel movie “Avengers: Infinity War”Photo: rental

The action science fiction film “Black Panther” with Boseman in the title role, produced by Marvel Studios, opened in theaters in February 2018 and became a huge success around the world. The film grossed more than $ 1 billion at the box office.

Boseman became the first black superhero in Marvel Studios history.

He also played black icons like baseball player Jackie Robinson on “42” and musician James Brown on “Get on Up.” Most recently he starred in “Da 5 Bloods” directed by Spike Lee. A sequel to ‘Black Panther’ was planned for 2022. “

“Wakanda forever!”

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