How 'Black Panther' Made Chadwick Boseman "More Idealistic" | Close Up

Chadwick Boseman joins Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter to talk about 'Black Panther,' the challenges of approaching the iconic Marvel role, and more.
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[@ericastreet6589]

I love that Mahershala was there to piggyback off Chadwick’s comments about Black Americans and identity. I love when we, collectively-with everyone at the table, start to dig into race, ethnicity, nationality, and cultural identities. Thanks for the content! ❤️

[@knivves0ut]

Erica Street came to comment the same thing!

[@terrillmaxwell3862]

🙏🏽 thank you for this comment.

[@ericastreet6589]

Terrill Maxwell np!! ❤️

[@ericastreet6589]

knivves0ut ☺️☺️

[@dominiquepowell3158]

👍👍

[@Unherist]

I discovered the humble and highly likable man behind the actor in this show back then. So just wanted to come back to pay my respect, may you rest in peace sir.

[@gabrielleballard9504]

I love how Mahershala and Chadwick support one another in this conversation. I also love how everyone is actively listening and engaged. Kudos👏🏾

[@aisha02a]

the other actors there (like hugh and timothee) are also such open-minded souls. beautiful people at this table with amazing minds and hearts.

[@nickdominic9103]

Bout time some sensible niggas start getting a chance to speak.

[@karinajones1121]

They should be-what a loss 💚

[@queenmemphis]

@Lampstand We Black people are NOT minorities, we are the majority as the first people on the planet.

[@queenmemphis]

It's show the Black brotherhood in supporting each other.

[@lmntxo2678]

Chadwick is a smart man. Very eloquent the way he expresses his thoughts. And I just have to say I love how Hugh was like drinking in what Chadwick was saying. 😀

[@spider-manfan3358]

Rest in peace Chadwick Boseman ❤️🙏🙍😢😭

[@wyntonmohorn]

GOD bless Chadwick Boseman for schooling everyone on just how harder black actors have to work to succeed in the game. 👊 👏 👏 👏

[@Neon_Deleuze]

Everyone has to work hard to be at the top, even the white guys. Like do you seriously think that Viggo is at the top just cause he is white?

[@wyntonmohorn]

Dr.Cinemaniac70 I didn't say that white or other races don't work hard. But blacks have to work extra hard just to get our foot in the door. You know it's true.

[@garyAjames]

@@wyntonmohorn exactly brother

[@YasharelYahawadah]

@@wyntonmohorn Yes. Brotha.

[@pegasusdrive12]

Agree with you fully my man, but I feel like it is to be mentioned that other actors also have to work hard to be where they are today. Whether or is harder for black people cannot be generalized. It may be harder for some bit easier for others. Having said that most African American actors do say that the struggle for them is substantially more.

[@TravisHouze]

1:58 “sometimes, as African Americans, we have the black version and it’s never as good. And they never put as much effort in it.” THIS is why Black Panther as a movie was as hyped as it was

[@PurushaDesa]

Travis Houze I only learned the term “afrofuturism” earlier this year and I think the reason popular culture took so long to realise the stories that depict such a vision is because our economics have a pro-status quo bias - which in turn translates to maintaining a racist (and patriarchal) bias.

[@newolympiangod8134]

We're not African Americans we're not from Africa that's just more lies. We're Hebrew the real Jews. We got ran back in to Africa and taking into slavery and Africans sold us to people all over the world.

[@YasharelYahawadah]

@Sunkissed Melanin We're both Afrikan and Israelites sistha.

[@YasharelYahawadah]

@@newolympiangod8134 We're both Afrikan and Israelites Brotha.

[@danismith5039]

I see no lies here...

[@imlistening3689]

He will truly be miss. One of the most talented actor.

[@brittdvn230]

I love how Huge Jackman, genuinely looked interested in what Chadwick was saying.

[@stevenmarkoll552]

He wasnt interested, he was sizing up Black Panther since he's the Wolverine.

[@vickey111]

Huge Jakced Man

[@Gwenesis]

@@stevenmarkoll552 😄

[@guitarman0365]

@@stevenmarkoll552 all the while thinking to himself..pfff adamantium stronger than vibranium kitty cat

[@kopec82]

guitarman0365 😂😂😂

[@yabuzagardens366]

The way Boseman spoke & the way they listened, & heard him, without negating his humanity. 💖 rare ting dis

[@lynndeln792]

I love the way they all listen to Chadwick!! Fans have to respect their favorite celebrities and give them their space. They are human.

[@travisspazz1624]

In the two highest grossing movies of the year, congratulations Boseman!!

[@genesis1765]

lol.....but viggo blows them all away in all time just saying

[@johnconnor4749]

@@genesis1765 who asked

[@kimanipierre]

Who Is here after his passing? RIP Chadwick! We miss you x

[@mayflower7811]

Chadwick and Hugh Jackman in the same roundtable this is giving me so much life

[@trudytriad4574]

💝

[@adamwarren473]

He’s got to be One of the greatest black actors of our time

[@undergroundfamous264]

I see you missed the point. Why not just the one of the best actors of all time? Now the picture is clearer.

[@adamwarren473]

Underground Famous I see your point but you know what I was trying to say

[@hm2011100]

I was first introduced to Chadwick from this roundtable. I’d never seen MCU films but his dignity & grace struck me forcefully. Haunting to come back & watch, knowing it was already 2-3 years after his cancer diagnosis.

[@maceharris7656]

Chadwick Boseman is the truth. May his star continue to rise. Love him as T'Challa.

[@roseryan1542]

I think the MCU as a studio did the right thing... they stepped back and let black people tell a black story from a black perspective. Even in promoting the show, Kevin Feige stayed in the background and let the writers, director and actors shine. Black Panther was good for the studio, but it was also good for all the people associated with it on a human level. I like the message that they are continuing to relate and take to their other projects. I like how they work together and are creating opportunities for themselves and for others.

[@TheCarlScharnberg]

More or less every person sitting around that table, comes across as a pleasant, decent human being. I love that. Hollywood definitely needs more of that. Looking forward to seeing this Roundtable "episode" in full.

[@ashnakhetan362]

Very first time I saw him on video and he inspired me right away. His eloquence, his perspective on life, his motivation... we lost too good a man today. Rest In Peace, Chadwick.

[@dwarrenbeverly213]

I love how attentive Hugh Jackman is

[@natalie651]

May I one day find a man that looks at me the way EVERYONE here looks at Chadwick Boseman.

[@WORKSbaby]

Natalya lmfaooo

[@kirstendoe8480]

😂😂

[@jameschillin302]

R.I.P Chadwick Boseman, You will always be our black panther. Prayers to his family.

[@alexsantos5948]

Rip Chadwick Boseman. A real-life super hero. Wakanda Forever.

[@Marcianadesaoficial]

Represented many in our generation. Thank you very much #wakandaforever ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿🦸🏿‍♂️😭

[@mattpiers4589]

I always love hearing Chadwick talk. I loved Black Panther and am extremely happy not only for him and the cast, but for the impact and conversations the movie was able to bring.

[@ZigorBilbao]

I want... no. I NEED the full roundtable.

[@MirageUchiha]

He was really an icon. A terrific actor & an incredible human being. A true legend... Rest in Power King. Peace ✊🏾 #WakandaForever

[@kamfisher1714]

Icon? Stop it

[@MirageUchiha]

@@kamfisher1714 Stop it? _You_ stop it. Why are you even here...? Go troll elsewhere please.

[@kamfisher1714]

Mirage Uchiha It’s not trolling he wasn’t a icon he was a great actor but you saying that is delusional, was he a icon 3 years ago? Or just because he died young he’s a icon? You people are so damn delusional, Health ledger is a icon, robin williams is a icon, Richard Pryor is a icon.

[@MirageUchiha]

@@kamfisher1714 Man, you're delusional. See, ik you want me to jump to the typical insult of: "Well what did you do? You're not an Icon! Get on his level!" But that's not me. Instead, I'm actually gonna provide a reason(s) as to why my statement of calling Chadwick an Icon is true. -- It's really crazy, cuz you're acting as if Chad was 19 & jus started acting 3 years ago or something. Smh This man was 43 & I guess you really don't kno his rap sheet either. The amount of work he's put in over several years is incredible. On _AND_ Offscreen. --- If you ever looked up the actual word, the definition also boils down to having great respect for someone/thing. So, shit, you can even argue that someone even younger, like Cameron Boyce was an Icon. It has nothing at all to do with age. Both of those guys represent the words; "Kind", "Helpful", "Hardworking", "Talented", etc. very well. Their cast mates, acquaintances, friends, family and millions & millions of fans also have a deep respect for both Cameron & Chadwick. -- So, _YOU_ may even be an icon to your friends, family & those others around you. Who knows. You also don't have to be dead either.

[@kamfisher1714]

Mirage Uchiha You’re liking your own comments, lost all your credibility. Look what he wore at the met gala.That’s all you need to know.

[@TravisHouze]

Glad to see Chadwick Bozeman on the panel. To see him coming from Lincoln Heights to this great seeing his growth

[@This_is_Stro]

Aye a Lincoln Heights fan!? I loved that show.

[@TravisHouze]

AsTro yup watched all the episodes. A lot of people knew him from 42 about Jackie Robinson

[@j3x762]

*boseman

[@josephhdz1121]

Black Panther, Wolverine and Cottonmouth tho 👀

[@harroc83]

I know I love it

[@amandablose3310]

I AM AN AFRICAN AND I LOVED IT...

[@isaacclarke4229]

Blade

[@terencethomas6452]

Blade and Cottonmouth are one in the same now

[@LizzyKoala88]

I love the way he talks 😍

[@Universalwillful]

How great this is, gathering the artists, actually philosophers together, having a conversation about Humanity and the the wisdom from real life experiences !!!!

[@greendan93]

Rest in Power Mr. Boseman

[@LucasStones1]

Rest in peace.

[@pegasusdrive12]

My king. Wakanda forever.

[@chioutony5552]

RIP my king😥😥

[@simonwetterlund]

Please upload the entire roundtable. These are great!

[@annim.2611]

Rest in Power, Chadwick.

[@moniquegoncalves3120]

"You supported me?!! When I was broke ?! 0_o 😂😂

[@1027srich]

#Facts

[@leahthompson4531]

Amazing. Chadwick is amazing.

[@Freegameteachings]

RIP KING.

[@TempleMeadsAedan]

Really nice conversation with Chadwick Boseman there. He was in his prime. He seemed so at ease with himself in that interview and yet he was fighting inner demons and persevering. RIP Chadwick. You'll be remembered for a long time for being both a Marvel and Real hero

[@joaopedrocaetano4507]

Man, what a table: Wolverine, Black Panther, Aragorn, and a future Paul Atreides (Richard E. Grant and Mahershala Ali are great actors too who always knock it out of the park). Not only that, the subject being discussed is pretty serious and thoughtful, and they're all hanging on his every word. Absolutely fantastic to see.

[@alexis199311]

That’s crazy!!!!!

[@salvadorsalazar9409]

João Pedro Caetano Mahershala Ali is Cottonmouth in like Cage and the Prowler in Spider-Man into the spider verse

[@Kinobambino]

Agreed it was a beautiful sight to behold

[@shawnbailey573]

The active listening that is being displayed in the clip is nothing short of amazing! I am in awe!

[@deneenjeffries2768]

You know I’ll miss his acting but more than that I’ll miss his “take” on things, so interesting and intelligent. M.Ali is great also and I hope he picks up the ball.

[@Anthony_Ola]

RIP Brother

[@ravenc1298]

I love that man ❤️😍 from Jackie to Tchalla he’s everything.

[@FreshCreativeFrog25]

Bless Chadwick! One of my favourite actors. This group looks awesome! Can’t wait for the full video! ❤️

[@rudolphvialva150]

Chadwick,Marshala, MBJ,Viola and list goes on,such class and depth of actors we are presently experiencing..Yea ✌👏👏👏

[@franslam7398]

I wanna watch the whole version of this one. I got my eyes peeled for the notifications when this hits in full 👀

[@EBWOLVES]

facts

[@Itsabdirisak]

Please say when it drops! 🙌🏾

[@domimburgia935]

I liked black panther a lot Chadwick Boseman is a good actor

[@daniellove162]

Perhaps Mahershala could make an appearance in Black Panther 2 as Blade. If MBJ can swap jonny storm for Killmonger, Mahershala can swap cottonmouth for Blade.

[@MisterFoxx]

Mahershala got that baby Blade haircut lol...but besides that, I'm really liking these discussions with such amazing and talented artists.

[@daniellove162]

Hes top list for blade for me.

[@WORKSbaby]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@dchhaya983]

Called it

[@terencethomas6452]

Well he is blade In the Mcu now

[@MisterFoxx]

@@terencethomas6452 thanks for coming here 2 years later to state the obvious lmao

[@WORKSbaby]

Rip king Tchalla

[@lmaoqasim]

Rest In Power King.

[@_Tigon]

Wolvie, T’Challa, and Cottonmouth in the same room! This is marvel madness!!!

[@daniellove162]

Id like Mahershala to swap Cottonmouth for Blade.

[@ComptonCool]

@@daniellove162 You got your wish. He's gonna kill it as Blade. 👍

[@Omisade-kr7re]

I’m always delighted to see this man. Im overjoyed for his much deserved success and I hope he continues to have all the joy and happiness his heart and hands and hold. His parents and ancestors did a wonderful job 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@lexis4490]

This is a random comment, but these men hair are on point.

[@laurentd.4473]

RIP Chadwick ! Thank you for being an inspiration !

[@mericy25]

Timothee is reaching for the stars already hanging with the big guns. I love Chad and so good to see him narrating his story and everyone seeming to get it even though they may not understand. Bring more ethnicities to the tables so everybody knows their stories, this is awesome. Bravo Chad

[@MOMO-hx1hr]

Pure love and respect to this humble, intelligent, inspirational man. God’s gift to us that was taken too soon.Gone in the flesh, forever here in our hearts

[@shellyshell7757]

Love how Hugh Jackman and Timothee Chalet were so attentive and just soaking up everything he was saying. Beautiful to see

[@KeepingUpWithMissG1994]

#ALLTHESTARS ARE CLOSER THANK YOU FOR SHOWCASING THIS. #WAKANDAFOREVER 👑👑👑👑

[@saabirahfaatimahba5700]

Man, what a solid ensemble at this roundtable. Woo!

[@Mcflysmith]

This table is phenomenal dude. So glad it popped up in my recommended.

[@andresg4798]

R.I.P Chadwick 😞

[@connygarus-oas4569]

I love this young man(chadwick) for how he express himself about his orgin (africa). I salute you son .... mama africa from africa

[@narsil0420]

Man, want to see this full thing so bad! Aragorn and Black Panther talking together, sign me up

[@Pack-Man199]

Both Kings and T’challa can have a return of the king moment.

[@milliemartin5024]

Enjoyed listening to this actors Close up round table discussion..Chadwick Boseman is really inspiring and so honest, in his conversation..May he forever R.I.P.🙏

[@chriscorley6478]

Chadwick is great. Don't sweat it. Forward. Positive. Peace. ☕🙃

[@Caliboyk]

Gone too soon... 😢

[@TheProtagonist2020]

In Loving Memory Of Our King Chadwick Aaron Boseman (11/29/1976-8/28/2020)

[@oneloveonebeing]

a billion heheheh let them know 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@PHlophe]

1,35 billions

[@dominiquepowell3158]

😁😁😁

[@Pack-Man199]

And 2billion in a movie he starred in after that. Nuts.

[@lytaquiroz1524]

My head knows an oscar nomination for him will not happen, but my heart wants to have at least a nomination for some award, same with b jordan.because they manage to give performances that are soo incredible in a film that no one would think they could be in the conversation

[@shelbypink1]

Wow they are pushing Black Panther hard for award season. I love it I hope they get nominated tomorrow for the Golden Globes and for the Oscars later on.

[@oneloveonebeing]

great line, you supported me when i was broke??

[@chefkiss7053]

He’s very intelligent, a natural leader. ❤️🕊

[@EddyWalden]

The king has fallen RIP Chadwick Boaeman

[@theman2017inc]

There’s a sad poignancy watching now that Chadwick is gone, he was sick during this interview as well when he made the other major films he was cast in, he was truly heroic, damn I’m welling up, WAKANDA FOREVER!

[@tiffanyjordan1236]

I just love this man ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@krisj827]

Great panel!!

[@koala4996]

Chadwick is fantastic

[@phumzilesinoritanyawose1892]

His beautiful black man jesus

[@queenmemphis]

Chadwick is so much into Black Afrikan consciousness it's so amazing. He is still with us.

[@margarethafalco63]

Thank you Marvel ❤

[@reyskywaka3202]

Can I just say, this round table is EVERYTHING. Add Lucas hedges and it would be complete.

[@RazorbladeRiley]

Rest in Power To Chadwick Boseman The Real Life Hero and An Unforgettable Amazing Brilliant Actor in Hollywood Thank you for your Legacy 🏆🏆🏆 #wakandaforever

[@GodspeedKartar]

R.i.p chadwick boseman

[@Cliffycarpet514]

I can’t wait for this full interview

[@folarinosibodu]

Beautiful.

[@snowballplatypus]

0:08 having to say wakanda forever until i die

[@omarcorrea]

YES! post the full version already!!

[@rojanmolanian2973]

Rest In Peace Chadwick

[@cedstover]

Well I guess we now know who’s playing Blade in the reboot!

[@TheBasedangel]

Mahershala and chadwick! in one room!!!

[@shotoutgames8823]

Thank you

[@tajhxo7015]

I love how honest he was and that Mahershala chimed in to bring the point home. Folks really don’t get the gravity of being a displaced person of the diaspora. I am so appreciative to artists who use their platform responsibly although I know it’s not something everyone will do nor can we expect them to. It’s also nice to be reminded the stars we love are indeed people. I’m cackled when he said ‘you supported me? When I was broke?’ Lol. Chad is the best.

[@moisepicard5883]

rest in peace chadwick boseman

[@AziqAkiq]

Rip 😔

[@RG-vx9jh]

🙏 Sir you are true inspiration in black panther so excited to see sequel. Thanks alot

[@Itsabdirisak]

Hollywood reporter please bring the whole episode! Il’l pay if i have to!! Gold cast 🔥