Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Dies of Cancer at 43
Chadwick Boseman, perhaps most recognizable for playing Black Panther in Marvel's global hit film of the same name, died Friday of cancer, the Associated Press confirmed. Before dazzling audiences in Marvel's big-budget flicks, Boseman was celebrated for his turns as Jackie Robinson and James Brown in the films 42 and Get On Up, respectively. He was 43.Boseman was diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago, his family said in a statement, but did not speak publicly about his health condition.