On Aug. 28, surrounded by family, Boseman passed away at the age of 43 after a four-year-long battle with colon cancer. Best known for his iconic role as T’Challa in Marvel’s “Black Panther,” his portrayal of Jackie Robinson in “42,” and his starring roles in “21 Bridges” and “Marshall,” Boseman has long been a key figure for Black representation in film.
BY JAHIYA CLARK ’20
Audiences across the nation had high expectations for the premiere of one the most anticipated Marvel films in years, “Black Panther.”While the film has been a box office success — according to Box Office Mojo the film has grossed over $462 million worldwide since its opening on Feb. 16 — “Black Panther” has also been a cultural success by --pushing the boundaries of how black people appear on screen.
