In the days following the shocking announcement that Chadwick Boseman died at age 43 following a silent four-year battle with colon cancer, tributes have poured in from his Black Panther costars including Michae B Jordan.
Michael B. Jordan, who played Boseman’s on-screen nemesis, offered his own remarks about the loss. The Creed actor on Monday expressed his grief by penning a heart-wrenching goodbye to his “big brother.”
“I wish we had more time,” the 33-year-old wrote. “One of the last times we spoke, you said we were forever linked, and now the truth of that means more to me than ever.”
Jordan went on to detail how important Boseman was to him, not only as a dear friend but also as someone who made his acting career possible by “paving the way for me.”
“I’ve been watching, learning and constantly motivated by your greatness,” Jordan continued. “Through it all, you never lost sight of what you loved most. You cared about your family, your friends, your craft, your spirit. You cared about the kids, the community, our culture and humanity. And you cared about me.”
“You’re my big brother, but I never fully got a chance to tell you,” confessed Jordan. “I’m more aware now than ever that time is short with people we love and admire.”
In his tribute, Jordan then listed some of the reasons he will miss Boseman. “I’m gonna miss your honesty, your generosity, your sense of humour, and incredible gifts,” he wrote. “I miss the gift of sharing space with you in scenes.”
Jordan then vowed, “I’m dedicating the rest of my days to live the way you did. With grace, courage, and no regrets.”