I’m in shock and shaking…
via CBR:
The news was announced on Boseman’s official Twitter, stating, “It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman.”
Boseman had been battling colon cancer since 2016, and it had progressed from stage III at the time of diagnosis to stage IV. He continued to appear in many films, while undergoing surgeries and chemotherapy procedures at the same time.
According to the Twitter post, he died at home with his wife and family present. The announcement goes on to thank fans for their love and prayers and to ask them to respect the family’s need for privacy.
Black Panther was a pivotal film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as its first to feature a Black superhero lead. The movie, directed by Ryan Coogler, won three Oscars and was a resounding critical and commercial success. The announcement of Boseman’s death noted, “It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther.”
Although Boseman did not speak publicly about his health, a difference in his appearance was noted by fans when he appeared in an Instagram video to talk about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
RIP King Boseman