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The US actor Chadwick Boseman, 43, died of cancer. Better known for his role as Black Panther in the hit Marvel superhero, the actor died at home in Los Angeles. His wife and family were by his side, says social media posts.
Tributes began pouring in for the star, from various personalities. “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.” Tweeted Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris.
Fellow Marvel star Mark Ruffalo and actor Dwayne Johnson also tweeted. “Thank you for shining your light and sharing your talent with the world. My love and strength to your family.”
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Boseman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago. “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 a statement.
Boseman came to prominence playing real-life figures – baseball great Jackie Robinson in 2013’s 42, and soul singer James Brown in 2014’s Get on Up. However, it will be as the titular Black Panther in the blockbuster 2018 film he will be best remembered.
