Chadwick Aaron Boseman was born on November 29, 1976, in Anderson, South Carolina, and became the most respected actor of his generation. Sadly he passed away on August 28, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 43 after battling colon cancer for four years.

Boseman had studied directing at Howard University and began his career in theater. He became well known for portraying very important Black historical individuals that included baseball player Jackie Robinson in 42, James Brown in Get On Up, and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall. By playing these roles, Boseman was showing his dedication in honor of Black History and to tell meaningful stories through them.

Boseman’s popularity began to rise over time after his biggest role as T’Challa in Marvel’s Black Panther and the film still remains to be the fourth highest making Marvel movie yet and not only that but is to be considered one of the most influential superhero films ever. Black Panther was the movie that presented a strong and powerful black superhero to challenge stereotypes about people of African American heritage so that it could help change how black characters were seen in the media.

Way more and beyond his accomplishments, Boseman made a positive impact on the world through his kind gestures. While privately battling cancer that didn’t stop him from continuing to work on films because he was very committed to his job no matter what. Boseman even spent his time visiting children with cancer to support others who were sick. Despite his own struggles he showed strength for these children.

Chadwick Boseman’s successes have helped the Black community in so many different ways. For one, there was an industry where Black actors had little to no opportunities and Boseman helped bring greater awareness by portraying these strong and smart Black characters.