In a heartfelt post, 'Black Panther' actress Lupita Nyong'o paid tribute to her late friend and Marvel co-star, Chadwick Boseman, on what would have been his 47th birthday.
- Dec 3, 2024
AceShowbiz - Lupita Nyong'o took to Instagram to share a touching memory of Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2020 after a battle with colon cancer. Nyong'o, who starred alongside Boseman in the groundbreaking Marvel film "Black Panther, posted a photo of them taken during a promotional stop in Seoul, South Korea in 2018.
"Marking the birthday of a heroic friend," Nyong'o wrote in her caption, celebrating what would have been the late actor's 47th birthday. "I am blessed that his time on this earth coincided with mine."
Nyong'o's tribute received an outpouring of support from fans and fellow actors. Many commented on the ongoing grief they feel over his loss while others celebrated the impact he made on the world through his groundbreaking work.
Fans of Black Panther praised the first film for its groundbreaking representation of Black culture and its global success, grossing $1.3 billion worldwide. Its sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever", was also well-received, grossing $853 million worldwide and earning an Academy Award nomination for Angela Bassett's supporting performance.
Through her heartfelt tribute, Lupita Nyong'o not only honored the memory of Chadwick Boseman but also celebrated the lasting legacy he left behind in both his personal relationships and his artistic achievements.
