43-year-old Black Panther star, Chadwick Boseman, has died of Colon cancer in his Los Angeles home.
According to a statement on his official twitter account, It was reported that the actor who had been battling with the deadly illness, died with his family by his side.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” his family said in the statement.
Boseman had never gone public about his diagnosis as he felt he would always beat it.
— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020
His T’Challa character was first introduced to the blockbuster Marvel movies in 2016’s Captain America: Civil War, and his “Wakanda forever” salute reverberated around the world after the release of Black Panther two years ago.
Chadwick Boseman is survived by his parents, wife and had no children.
May his soul RIPP
OMG😭this is heartbreaking
May his soul rest in peace….. Amen
Rip
To know that he lived a life worthy of emulation, inspiration and of great purpose; He will be greatly missed.
Rest Peacefully to a Hero