Chadwick Boseman, star of Black Panther, dies at 43

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 08: Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of 'Black Panther' at Eventim Apollo on February 8, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 08: Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of 'Black Panther' at Eventim Apollo on February 8, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

Chadwick Boseman, the star of Marvel’s Black Panther, has died at the age of 43 after a four-year battle with colon cancer.

Chadwick Boseman, the star of movies like 42Get On Up and Black Panther, has died. He was 43.

A statement was posted to the actor’s Twitter account:

"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 Blood, 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."

Our sympathies go out to Boseman’s family.

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