Lupita Nyong'o Honors Chadwick Boseman Six Years On

Lupita Nyong'o recently commemorated the sixth anniversary of the passing of her Black Panther co-star, Chadwick Boseman. Boseman, who embodied the beloved character of T'Challa, died in 2020 at the age of 43. His death followed a private struggle with colon cancer, a battle he kept largely out of public view while continuing his acting career. Nyong'o shared a poignant photograph of herself with Boseman, accompanying it with a message about the importance of cherishing and expressing love for those close to us.

Boseman's passing was announced in August 2020, revealing his diagnosis of stage III colon cancer in 2016, which later advanced. Despite his illness, he completed numerous films, including his acclaimed portrayal of T'Challa that propelled him to global stardom. His performances as historical figures also garnered significant praise. Boseman received a posthumous Academy Award nomination for his role in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.