15 Quotes by Chadwick Boseman
Chadwick Boseman was a charismatic and immensely talented actor who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Best known for his portrayal of iconic African-American figures such as Jackie Robinson, James Brown, and, most notably, Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Boseman's performances were characterized by depth, dignity, and a magnetic presence on screen. Beyond his artistic prowess, he became an inspiring symbol of strength and resilience, privately battling colon cancer while bringing to life powerful and empowering characters.
Boseman's commitment to his craft and his dedication to representing marginalized voices in cinema made him a beacon of hope and inspiration for countless individuals. His untimely passing in 2020 was met with an outpouring of grief and admiration from colleagues and fans worldwide, solidifying his legacy as a trailblazer and a true hero both on and off the silver screen.
Chadwick Boseman Quotes
You have to cherish things in a different way when you know the clock is ticking, you are under pressure.
I think you realize how much you need to have people that you love. It's not as much about them loving you - it's about you needing to love people.
I'm an artist. Artists don't need permission to work. Regardless of whether I'm acting or not, I write. I write when I'm tired in fact, because I believe your most pure thoughts surface.
When it comes down to it, I'd rather have an action figure than a Golden Globe.
Girls like dudes that are overweight. I know too many women who say, "I like you now that you've got a little thicker," and I don't really know any woman that says, "I like you now that you've got bald."
You might have one thing in your head, but the things you're doing don't really lead down the right road, necessarily. When you're young, you don't want to hear that. You think you can do everything, be all things.
Baseball players need strength but also the ability to make fast-paced, explosive movements, so their training is all about strengthening the tendons around the bone and the joint so you don't tear the muscles from the bones. And so the muscles will have endurance and stability. And flexibility, which helps you throw the ball harder or have the snap to hit a ball. Or to take off quickly to steal a base.
The best advice about getting older? Just be thankful you're not dead!
Some people would view Jackie Robinson as a very safe African-American, a docile figure who had a tendency to try to get along with everyone, and when you look at his history, you learn that he has this fire that allows him to take this punishment but also figure out savvy ways of giving it back.
There's nothing more stressful than your stomach growling.
I wasn't a comic book geek as a kid. I read some, but it was just like, "Oh, I have this comic book here." It wasn't like I was collecting them.
I just think people have been very gracious and welcoming me on set, and even off set.
Guys are natural problem solvers - they like to have strategies.
In television you don't have a lot of time to spend with the role or the script. Typically you get a script a week prior to shooting. Sometimes it's even less time, not enough time to dream about the role.
I would love to play Jimi Hendrix.
― Chadwick Boseman Quotes
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
