Yesterday it was announced that the ‘Black Panther‘ actor, Chadwick Boseman, has passed away after a four-year battle with colon cancer. His representatives confirmed the news via his Twitter account, releasing a statement and revealing that he has been battling cancer the last four years while still working as an actor. 

“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,” the statement read. “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.”

Chadwick played the role of King T’Challa in the 2018 block-buster film, Black Panther, where he represented Marvel’s first black male superhero. “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.” 

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.Â