Chadwick Boseman's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Chadwick Boseman.

Chadwick Aaron Boseman was a celebrated American actor known for his impactful performances in both large-scale and independent films. His two-decade career was marked by significant acclaim, including a Golden Globe Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and an Academy Award nomination. He left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

2000: Drama League Directing Fellow

In 2000, Chadwick Boseman was named a Drama League Directing Fellow, an early recognition of his talent in directing.

2002: AUDELCO Award and Theater Festival

In 2002, Chadwick Boseman won an AUDELCO award for his part in Ron Milner's "Urban Transitions" and performed in multiple productions. He gave a one-man show called "Red Clay and Carved Concrete" at the Hip-Hop Theatre Festival. His play "Hieroglyphic Graffiti" was also picked up by the New York Hip-Hop Theatre Festival and Tennessee State University's summer stock theatre program in 2002.

2005: Jeff Award Nomination for Deep Azure

In 2005, Chadwick Boseman received a Jeff Award nomination for his play "Deep Azure". He had previously won a Drama League Directing Fellowship and an acting AUDELCO.

2006: Jeff Award Nomination for Deep Azure

In 2006, Chadwick Boseman's play "Deep Azure" was nominated for a Jeff Award for Best New Work.

2013: Breakthrough Role in 42

In 2013, Chadwick Boseman had his breakthrough role as baseball player Jackie Robinson in the film "42", launching him into wider recognition.

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2013: Starring in 42

In 2013, Chadwick Boseman starred in "42", portraying Jackie Robinson, which became his breakthrough role. The same year, he also starred in the independent film "The Kill Hole".

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2016: First Appearance as Black Panther

In 2016, Chadwick Boseman began playing the Marvel Comics superhero Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), achieving international fame.

2018: Stars in Black Panther

In 2018, Chadwick Boseman starred in Black Panther, a film focused on his character and Wakanda. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning Boseman a spot on the 2018 Time 100 list and becoming the first superhero film to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture.

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September 24, 2020: Unveiling of "King Chad" Mural

On September 24, 2020, Disney unveiled a mural titled "King Chad" by artist Nikkolas Smith, dedicated to Chadwick Boseman at Downtown Disney in Anaheim, California.

November 29, 2020: Marvel changed the studio's logo animation in the opening of Black Panther on Disney+

On November 29, 2020, Marvel changed the studio's logo animation in the opening of Black Panther on Disney+ to include images of Chadwick Boseman from the film, as well as his appearances in Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame, to honor what would have been Boseman's 44th birthday.

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2020: Time's 10 Best Movie Performances of 2020

In 2020, Time included Chadwick Boseman on their list of the 10 Best Movie Performances of 2020, for both Da 5 Bloods and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

2020: Tributes and Honorings After Death

In 2020, after Chadwick Boseman's passing, Major League Baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the NBA honored him, highlighting his portrayal of Jackie Robinson. Lewis Hamilton dedicated his Belgian Grand Prix qualifying lap and race win to Boseman.

2020: Posthumous Awards and Nomination

In 2020, for his final film role in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom", Chadwick Boseman received the Golden Globe and SAG Awards for Best Actor and a posthumous nomination for the Academy Award in the same category. He also passed away from colon cancer in 2020.

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February 2021: Mural painted at Trilith Studios

In February 2021, another mural dedicated to Chadwick Boseman was painted at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Georgia, by artist Brandon Sadler.

April 2021: Anthony Hopkins' tribute at the Academy Awards

Following his Best Actor win at the Academy Awards in April 2021, Anthony Hopkins paid tribute to Chadwick Boseman, acknowledging his untimely passing.

May 26, 2021: Howard University Renames Fine Arts College in His Honor

On May 26, 2021, Howard University, Chadwick Boseman's alma mater, renamed its College of Fine Arts in honor of Boseman.

2021: Posthumous Emmy Award

In 2021, Chadwick Boseman posthumously won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for his final performance as Black Panther in the Disney+ anthology series "What If...?"

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2022: Posthumously Wins Emmy Award

In 2022, Chadwick Boseman posthumously won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for the What If...? episode What If... T'Challa Became a Star-Lord? at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards.

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March 19, 2024: School District Renames Performing Arts Center

On March 19, 2024, the Anderson School District Five Board of Trustees renamed the performing arts center at Southwood Academy of the Arts in Chadwick Boseman's honor.