Friends and castmates of the late Chadwick Boseman have been sharing photos, stories and videos of the superstar actor over the past two weeks since his passing.
On Wednesday, Boseman's Black Panther co-star Michael B. Jordan
shared a hilarious video of the two sharing a funny moment during a media interview for the film.
The two stars try to compliment each other without laughing but fail, busting out in joy after one-upping one another for connecting beards and expressive eyebrows.
In an Instagram post last week, Jordan wrote passionately about his relationship with Boseman and how he wishes he had more time to share with him.
"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," he wrote.
"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," he added.
The two actors were already stars in their own right before joining forces for Black Panther, which shattered global box office records and left an indelible cultural footprint on Black people across the globe. The film became a cultural touchstone.
"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," Jordan wrote on Instagram after Boseman's death was announced.
"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'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," he added. "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."
Other costars like Danai Gurira and Lupita Nyong'o as well as director Ryan Coogler penned powerful tributes to Boseman since it was revealed that he had died after a four-year battle with colon cancer.
ABC aired a special in honor of Boseman featuring words from Chris Evans, Oprah Winfrey, Angelina Jolie, Robert Downey Jr. and Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris.
