We are still struggling to cope with the heartbreaking news that Chadwick Boseman has passed away and stars across Hollywood have already begun paying tribute to the beloved star across social media.
As reported, the Black Panther actor died on Friday night after a silent, four-year-long battle with colon cancer. He was only 43 years old.
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Immediately following his family’s public Instagram announcement (below), stars flocked to the post to share their reactions and condolences.
Chance the Rapper shared his love and appreciation for the 21 Bridges star in the comments section:
“Wow. We love you so much. Thank you for being so kind. You will be painfully missed. God bless you”
Chris Pratt, one of Boseman’s many Marvel Cinematic Universe co-stars also commented sharing his condolences:
“This is such devastating news. We’re praying for his family. The world has lost an immeasurable talent and a great person.”
Chris Evans shared a set of memorable photos along with his thoughts on the terrible news in his own post (below):
Clueless star Donald Faison also shared fond memories of the Get On Up star:
Ugh. So incredibly sad.
The heartfelt tributes continued on Twitter as Ashton Kutcher thanked Chadwick for his impact on the world:
“thank you for the gifts you gave to us while you were here.”
Actress Issa Rae was beside herself, writing in a string of tweets:
“What the fuck is happening? My God.”
“This broke me.”
Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden and Vice Presidential pick Kamala Harris both offered their condolences, sharing:
The true power of @ChadwickBoseman was bigger than anything we saw on screen. From the Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want — even super heroes. Jill and I are praying for his loved ones at this difficult time.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 29, 2020
Heartbroken. My friend and fellow Bison Chadwick Boseman was brilliant, kind, learned, and humble. He left too early but his life made a difference. Sending my sincere condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/C5xGkUi9oZ
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 29, 2020
Viola Davis, Alyssa Milano, and Sarah Paulson shared, respectively:
Chadwick…..no words to express my devastation of losing you. Your talent, your spirit, your heart, your authenticity……..It was an honor working beside you, getting to know you….Rest well prince…May flights of angels sing thee to thy heavenly rest. I love you! ???????????? pic.twitter.com/6abglPBOsh
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) August 29, 2020
Rest In Peace, Chadwick. Gone way too soon. Talent beyond. pic.twitter.com/bsEYLts5Q4
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) August 29, 2020
What a gift he was to all of us out there in the dark- watching him listen was more enrapturing than watching others with endless words to say. What an immeasurable loss. Rest in Power. ???? https://t.co/rAMZxYNPHS
— Sarah Paulson (@MsSarahPaulson) August 29, 2020
Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds, Dave Bautista of Guardians of the Galaxy, Ciara, and Brie Larson had more to add about the devastating loss:
Such a brutal loss. RIP, Chadwick.
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) August 29, 2020
I really hate 2020
— Person,Woman, Dave Bautista,Camera,TV (@DaveBautista) August 29, 2020
Every time we crossed paths with you, you were kindest, chill, and most peaceful person. It’s truly so sad to hear what’s happened. Heaven has gained another angel. Rest in Paradise #Chadwick ???????? pic.twitter.com/xrktQ1i4xU
— Ciara (@ciara) August 29, 2020
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— Brie Larson (@brielarson) August 29, 2020
Khloé Kardashian and Kerry Washington shared:
One heart break after another this year ????????????
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) August 29, 2020
A warrior of light til the very end. A true king. I am without words. May he rise in power. https://t.co/50nfbvZpAq
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) August 29, 2020
Don Cheadle, Mark Ruffalo, Mark Hamill, and Jordan Peele added (below):
i will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god … ???????? ???????? forever and ever … https://t.co/9pORaKZuQN pic.twitter.com/awX3DiTVwn
— Don Cheadle (@DonCheadle) August 29, 2020
It was the highest honor getting to work with you and getting to know you. What a generous and sincere human being. You believed in the sacred nature of the work and gave your all. Much love to your family. And much love from all of us left here.
— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) August 29, 2020
Just when you thought 2020 couldn't get any worse…
A deeply gifted man is gone too soon. His memory will blaze on fiercely… from here to eternity.#ripChadwick https://t.co/CBVoNBpuII
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) August 29, 2020
This is a crushing blow.
— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) August 29, 2020
And more sweet memories about Boseman were shared by Amber Ruffin, Patrick Monahan, Dwyane Wade, Ice Cube, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson:
I sneak back to the green room and try to get a glimpse of him. I had just done a bit on the show. I accidentally walk right into him and he makes very serious eye contact and sternly says, “Hey! You did a very good job today.” I float home on a cloud. https://t.co/Kqy9e4aBvy
— amber ruffin (@ambermruffin) August 29, 2020
Thinking about all the stuff Chadwick Boseman made and did after a devastating diagnosis and in the midst of what must have been absolutely grueling treatments. And all that with no one outside his circle catching on at all. Truly an amazing talent. What a cruel, cruel loss. RIP
— Patrick Monahan (@pattymo) August 29, 2020
Rest in Heaven ???? https://t.co/3kDVUvdjEY
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) August 29, 2020
I’m floored by this news, Chadwick was one of the best and I really enjoyed watching him work. RIP https://t.co/N9HtKuuMIg
— Ice Cube (@icecube) August 29, 2020
Hard to hear about this.
Rest in love, brother.
Thank you for shining your light and sharing your talent with the world. My love and strength to your family. https://t.co/hNAWav7Cq8— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) August 29, 2020
Finally, Marvel Studios shared a public statement on the star’s death:
Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/DyibBLoBxz
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) August 29, 2020
Of course, fans have also joined in sharing their reactions to Boseman’s death on the social media platform. It’s tough to read these words and not get emotional thinking about what he was silently struggling with for years. Cancer is the worst and it does not discriminate. So, so awful.
Rest easy, Chadwick.
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