Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Aaron Boseman (born November 29, 1977 or 1976 - sources differ) is an American actor known for his portrayals of real-life historical figures such as Jackie Robinson in 42 (2013), James Brown in Get on Up (2014) and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall (2017) and for his portrayal of the superhero Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Captain America: Civil War (2016), Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War (both 2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019). Boseman has also had roles in the television series Lincoln Heights (2008) and Persons Unknown (2010) and the films The Express (2008), Draft Day (2014) and Message from the King (2016). Boseman also will continue his role as Black Panther in a sequel to the film franchise directed by Ryan Coogler.