Michael B. Jordan pens emotional tribute to Chadwick Boseman

Last Updated on July 30, 2021

Sometimes bonds aren't forged through one interaction. Chadwick Boseman and Michael B. Jordan co-starred in BLACK PANTHER together but in a very emotional tribute to the late actor that passed after a four year battle with colon cancer, Jordan makes it clear that their relationship has been aligned for some time now and now all Jordan wishes is that he had more time.

The two actors knew each other long before they shared the screen together. In a 2018 Howard University commencement speech, Boseman said he turned down a role on All My Children early in his career because of the stereotypical depiction of the character. Coincidentally, Jordan ended up being recast in the role when he was 16. It's in Boseman's refusal to take that role and his reasoning behind it that began Jordan's admiration for the actor.  "You showed me how to be better, honor purpose, and create legacy. And whether you’ve known it or not…I’ve been watching, learning and constantly motivated by your greatness,” Jordan wrote in his tribute posted to Instagram on Monday night. The post really speaks for itself and it's an emotional tribute by someone trying to find the right words to honor a friend. You can check out the full Instagram post below:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

I’ve been trying to find the words, but nothing comes close to how I feel. I’ve been reflecting on every moment, every conversation, every laugh, every disagreement, every hug…everything. I wish we had more time. 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. Since nearly the beginning of my career, starting with All My Children when I was 16 years old you paved the way for me. You showed me how to be better, honor purpose, and create legacy. And whether you’ve known it or not…I’ve been watching, learning and constantly motivated by your greatness. I wish we had more time. Everything you’ve given the world … the legends and heroes that you’ve shown us we are … will live on forever. But the thing that hurts the most is that I now understand how much of a legend and hero YOU are. 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. You cared about me. You are my big brother, but I never fully got a chance to tell you, or to truly give you your flowers while you were here. I wish we had more time. I'm more aware now than ever that time is short with people we love and admire. I’m gonna miss your honesty, your generosity, your sense of humor, and incredible gifts. I’ll miss the gift of sharing space with you in scenes. I’m dedicating the rest of my days to live the way you did. With grace, courage, and no regrets. “Is this your king!?” Yes . he . is! Rest In Power Brother.

A post shared by Michael B. Jordan (@michaelbjordan) on Aug 31, 2020 at 4:47pm PDT

,

Each tribute that comes in for Chadwick Boseman it just becomes more clear how many people he touched and just how inspiring he was. 43 is so very young to leave this Earth but Chadwick Boseman chose LIVE! Some say he suffered in silence but the people that needed to know knew what he was dealing with. Instead of letting it beat him into submission, he spent the last four years of his life, accomplishing major milestones knowing that his time here could be limited. If you needed an example to strive for greatness and live your best life, this is it. There is always time to leave your mark, even if you know you're living on borrowed time. 

Source: Instagram

About the Author

3191 Articles Published