Chadwick Boseman's death: Know about the actor's movies, humanitarian work and more

In a shocking turn of events, Hollywood actor Chadwick Boseman, famous for his role as King T’Challa from Black Panr, passed away at of 43. Chadwick passed away after a four-year-long battle with  Colon Cancer disease. Here is everything you need to kw about actor’s work, his support to BLM movement and how he became first-ever superhero of a coloured complexion.

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Chadwick’s work:

Born and raised in Anderson, South Carolina, Chadwick Boseman bagged his first-ever television role in 2003, in an episode of Third Watch. Later, in his career, Chadwick was seen in many television shows and movies like Law & Order, CSI: NY, ER and Express: Ernie Davis Story. However, actor became a household name as Jackie Robinson in 2013 movie, 42.

In year 2016, Chadwick was seen for first time as King T'Challa / Black Panr, in much-acclaimed movie Captain America: Civil War. More so, Chadwick was also first man of coloured complexion to star in a leading role in any superhero movie. Take a look:

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Chadwick’s contribution to BLM movement

Chadwick was a staunch supporter of Black Lives Matter protests in US, which was triggered by death of African American man George Floyd. More so, actor had also signed a letter along with over 300 or Hollywood artists, which demanded that Hollywood companies should recruit and support Black professionals at studios, ncies, and more. letter also pointed out how Hollywood has time-and-again encourd epidemic of police violence and culture of anti-Blackness.

Chadwick’s humanitarian work:

Earlier in 2018, Chadwick along with his or Avenger stars initiated Marvel: Universe Unites campaign, which aimed to raise funds and awareness for children’s charities, claimed a report published in EW.com. initiative also included monetary and toy donations. Take a look: 

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Chadwick Boseman recent movies

In 2019, Chadwick was seen in 21 Bridges. Starring Chadwick Boseman and Sienna Miller in leading roles, 21 Bridges chronicles story of an embattled NYPD detective who is on a manhunt for a pair of cop killers after uncovering a massive and unexpected conspiracy. Chadwick was last seen in much-acclaimed film, Da 5 Bloods, which follows story of four African American vets, who return to Vietnam, seeking remains of ir fallen squad leader and gold fortune he helped m hide.

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