Disney Confirms T’Challa Is Dead In Black Panther 2

When Black Panther hit theaters in February of 2018, it immediately became one of the most impactful and important comic book movies of all time.

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Not only was this movie a top-tier MCU product, but the representation, cultural expansion, and authentic aesthetic made this an instant classic.

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It's one of the many reasons the shocking death of Chadwick Boseman in August 2020 was such a great loss for the MCU, Marvel fans, and the world.

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Boseman had played T'Challa (aka the Black Panther) since 2016's Captain America Civil War.

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After 3 more appearances in Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers Endgame, he became a fan favorite.

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His passing led to one of the most important pieces of the Marvel Cinematic Universe puzzle being taken off the board.

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Time passed, mourning had taken place, and it became appropriate to decide the future of the Black Panther franchise.

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It was made clear that Marvel Studios had no intention of recasting T'Challa, and Black Panther Wakanda Forever was announced in May 2021.

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