Liputan6.com, Jakarta Hollywood honored one of its brightest stars, Chadwick Boseman, with the 2,828th posthumous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The emotional ceremony took place on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time, at 6904 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles.
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The award honored the immense contributions and lasting impact Chadwick Boseman had through his work in film.
Boseman's wife, Simone Ledward-Boseman, was present to accept the award on her husband's behalf.
"Chadwick was a mighty, mighty elixir that sort of stirred up that alchemy that we're all in search of, which is meaning," she said.
"I celebrate him today, and I say to him, I hoped all the angels in heaven just sang him to a beautiful rest. And I thank him for what he left behind in me, which is a burning ember that always guides me to a higher meaning of my work and my purpose."
Emotional Tribute Ceremony for Chadwick Boseman
The ceremony honoring Chadwick Boseman was a moment of remembrance for friends and colleagues.
"Black Panther" director Ryan Coogler and Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis, who co-starred with Boseman in his final film, "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," delivered profound tributes.
Ryan Coogler remembered Boseman as "incredibly generous" and "the most extraordinary gem."
Meanwhile, Viola Davis expressed her belief that Chadwick lives on in people's memories, recalling their conversations about the "transcendence of significance" that Boseman always held dear.
The ceremony was also attended by Disney CEO Bob Iger, as well as Boseman's "Black Panther" co-stars Michael B. Jordan and Letitia Wright, all of whom felt the profound loss.
Boseman's brothers, Kevin and Derrick Boseman, were also in attendance, adding warmth and camaraderie to this momentous occasion.
The ceremony, hosted by Steve Nissen, President and CEO of The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, was also streamed live on the official website, WalkOfFame.com.
Chadwick Boseman's Legacy on the Big Screen
The award was presented five years after Chadwick Boseman's passing in August 2020 at the age of 43, following a four-year battle with colon cancer.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Producer Ana Martinez stated that The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce was deeply honored to celebrate Boseman's extraordinary legacy.
She added that Boseman's powerful performances and lasting impact, both on and off screen, continue to inspire generations around the world.
Hollywood also officially declared November 20th "Chadwick Boseman Day," recognizing his significant contributions.
Boseman is best known for his iconic role as T'Challa/Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which debuted in "Captain America: Civil War" (2016) and went on to become the first superhero film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
In addition to his superhero roles, he also portrayed important historical figures such as Jackie Robinson in "42" (2013), James Brown in "Get On Up" (2014), and Thurgood Marshall in "Marshall" (2017).
For his role as Levee Green in his final film, "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," he received a posthumous Oscar nomination in 2021, as well as Golden Globe, Critics' Choice, and Screen Actors Guild Awards, further cementing his status as a legendary actor.
Chadwick Boseman's Impact Beyond Acting
Chadwick Boseman's legacy extends beyond the big screen to education and community empowerment.
His alma mater, Howard University, honored his dedication by renaming its faculty of fine arts after him.
In 2022, The Chadwick Boseman Foundation for the Arts was established, focusing on empowering Black storytellers in the African Diaspora.
The foundation aims to continue Boseman's mission of supporting and elevating underrepresented voices.