US actor Chadwick Boseman, who played the role of king
T’chala for Black Panther in the hit Marvel superhero franchise, has died of
cancer, his family
confirm.
He was 43 years.
He is said to have died at home in Los Angeles with his
family by his side.
An official statement was released on his twitter handle.
And it read,
“It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing
of Chadwick Boseman.
Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016,
and battled with it these last 4 years as it progressed to stage IV.
A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and
brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. 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.
He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side.
The family thanks you for your love and prayers, and asks
that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time.”
His death comes as a shock to many, as his diagnosis was not
made public.
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