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Published 08:31 29 Aug 2020 GMT
Tributes are pouring in for Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman following his death at the age of 43.
In a statement posted to social media, representatives for the actor said that he was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer in 2016. Despite treatment, it progressed to Stage 4. Boseman never spoke publicly about his diagnosis.
President of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, called the actors death "absolutely devastating."
"He was our T’Challa, our Black Panther, and our dear friend," he said in a statement:
"Each time he stepped on set, he radiated charisma and joy, and each time he appeared on screen, he created something truly indelible. He embodied a lot of amazing people in his work, and nobody was better at bringing great men to life.
"He was as smart and kind and powerful and strong as any person he portrayed. Now he takes his place alongside them as an icon for the ages."
Director Jordan Peele called the news a "crushing blow" in a message posted to Twitter.
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Don Cheadle wrote,"i will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god ...forever and ever ..."
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Meanwhile, Chris Evans paid his own tribute to Boseman, writing:
"I’m absolutely devastated. This is beyond heartbreaking. Chadwick was special. A true original. He was a deeply committed and constantly curious artist. He had so much amazing work still left to create. I’m endlessly grateful for our friendship. Rest in power, King"
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"My prayers go out to Chadwick’s family and loved ones. The world will miss his tremendous talent. God rest his soul" actor Chris Pratt wrote.
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Dwayne Johnson tweeted, "Hard to hear about this. Rest in love, brother. Thank you for shining your light and sharing your talent with the world. My love and strength to your family."
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Viola Davis, who stars with Boseman in upcoming movie Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, wrote:
"Chadwick.....no words to express my devastation of losing you. Your talent, your spirit, your heart, your authenticity........It was an honor working beside you, getting to know you....Rest well prince...May flights of angels sing thee to thy heavenly rest. I love you!"
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Marvel Studios added their own tribute on Twitter with the following message:
"Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace."
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Democractic candidate for vice president of the United States Kamala Harris wrote, "Heartbroken. My friend and fellow Bison Chadwick Boseman was brilliant, kind, learned, and humble. He left too early but his life made a difference. Sending my sincere condolences to his family."
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Chadwick Boseman was born in South Carolina, the son of a nurse and an upholstery entrepreneur. He graduated from Howard University in Washington DC and went to star both in television shows and movies, including Black Panther and Get on Up.
