Boseman was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, which eventually progressed to a stage IV before 2020. Boseman had not spoken publicly about his cancer diagnosis. During treatment (multiple surgeries and chemotherapy), he continued to work and completed filming for several films, including Marshall, Da 5 Bloods, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and others.
Boseman died at his home of complications related to colon cancer on August 28, 2020, with his wife and family by his side. An official statement on his social media accounts 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."
Many fellow actors and celebrities paid tribute to Boseman via social media following the announcement of his death, including a number of his co-stars from Black Panther and the Avengers series. Angela Bassett shared the story of their first encounter, writing that while he was attending Howard University, he escorted her to receive her honorary degree from the school. She added, "This young man's dedication was awe-inspiring, his smile contagious, his talent unreal...All you possessed, Chadwick, you freely gave. Rest now, sweet prince."
Sterling K. Brown wrote, "I don’t have words. Rest In Peace, Bruh. Thank you for all you did while you were here."
Don Cheadle wrote on his social media, "I will miss you, birthday brother. You were always light and love to me."
— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020
For a man who was battling stage 4 cancer, Chadwick Boseman always had a smile on his face. He was always giving happiness anywhere he goes. Thank you for giving us Black Panther. Thank you for being the hero we need. Wakanda Forever❤pic.twitter.com/L5XOtLapsh— Kabiyesi, The King (@ImranSZN) August 29, 2020
He did all this while he was himself suffering from cancer. A true king! Rest In Peace "Chadwick Boseman" pic.twitter.com/CodezOr640— Mohamad Safa #BLM (@mhdksafa) August 29, 2020
Chadwick Boseman was accepted into a prestigious theater program at Oxford University but couldn't affordto. He secured funding through a private benefactor, who was Denzel Washington. Over 20 years later, He thanked him in person at the premiere of "Black Panther" RIP KING pic.twitter.com/clbYESNCR3— 사랑 ❤️ (@emeraldjeborri) August 29, 2020
Chadwick Boseman was battling Cancer when he gave us Black Panther, Civil war, Infinity War, Endgame, Da 5 Bloods, 21 Bridges. He was making a generation proud even in his trying times pic.twitter.com/A3iSFkc2j2— Obinna Nwosu (@obi_Nwosu) August 29, 2020
Chadwick Boseman indeed a fallen hero.— BRIGHT🔆🌟STAR (@ThatBrightDude) August 29, 2020
Rest in Peace Legend #WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/8RlJtDXcCZ
Black Panther wasn’t just a movie, it was a movement for black people, and Chadwick Boseman made that happen🙏🙏— Zic 🇳🇬 (@ZicDaRealest) August 29, 2020
Rest Easy King 👑 pic.twitter.com/Bi80XPstIi
Gone Too Soon💔Death Be Not Proud...— Gontse_Lerole (@gontse_lerole) August 29, 2020
Rest In Peace Chadwick Boseman....
Rest In Power....pic.twitter.com/1aY7URjYvx
— Fufuo 50peswas👻❤️ (@wup3gyimia) August 29, 2020
"In times of crisis, the wise build bridges while the foolish build barriers." Chadwick Boseman, 1976-2020 🕊😔 pic.twitter.com/ZwEfE85Q9n— #Merky Books (@MerkyBooks) August 29, 2020
A tribute song for Chadwick Boseman ...Live on Legend— Eagle🦅🦅💘 (@Hojay_Sax) August 29, 2020
Rest in peace Black panther
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.#WakandaForever #ripchadwickboseman Paul walker #aubameyang #CivilWar #kidd #Marvel #Quran pic.twitter.com/zaeNMcKVpc
Chadwick Boseman served a higher purpose which touched so many of us. His creativity, his actions, his words, and his greatness will live on forever. Rest In Power King 🖤 pic.twitter.com/rC9SNoHpX2— Vex King (@VexKing) August 29, 2020
The fact that Chadwick Boseman was not only fighting his own cancer battle whilst filming Black Panther but was also motivated to finish it for two kids with terminal cancer is incredible. So powerful. #WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/qVvzRGFJ8j— Joe (@JoeSaunders) August 29, 2020
— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 11, 2020
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