Overview

• Director Ryan Coogler recalls how Chadwick Boseman remained in character as T’Challa, using the Wakandan accent even off-camera, which surprised Disney executives during the filming of Black Panther.
• Boseman’s commitment to his craft served as a silent mentorship for colleagues like Michael B. Jordan and Coogler, teaching patience and professionalism through example.
• Despite battling colon cancer privately, Boseman continued delivering acclaimed performances, including his groundbreaking role in Black Panther and other major films, until his death in 2020 at age 43.
• Coogler shared that Michael B. Jordan was deeply affected by Boseman’s passing, with the actor often reflecting on Boseman’s work ethic during their recent project, Sinners.
• Boseman’s legacy is honored through ongoing tributes, including the renaming of a fine arts center in South Carolina and the unveiling of a bust in his memory.