Letitia Wright Shares the Heartfelt Tribute of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever to Chadwick Boseman
At just 28, Letitia Wright is back on the set playing Shuri—this time in a film that’s as much about honoring a legend as it is about epic action. The whole crew feels the weight of keeping Chadwick Boseman’s spirit alive, and Wright’s talk with The Playlist gives us a glimpse of that emotional journey.
Feeling the Loss on Set
- “It was a hard day not to feel Chadwick’s absence,” Wright says, reflecting on the months of grief that clouded the production.
- The director, Ryan Coogler, let her know that he sensed Chadwick’s still-echoing encouragement—almost like an invisible push to keep going.
- Wright feels that drive, saying, “I’m full of confidence now, and I love Ryan the most.”
What the Cast and Crew Did to Honor Chadwick
Letitia explains that the team made a conscious decision to stay true to the story Chadwick helped start. They embraced the mission with relentless energy, despite whatever challenges came their way.
“We poured everything into the movie,” she says, underscoring the dedication that came from within.
A Tribute That Goes Beyond the Screen
Kevin Feige, the head honcho at Marvel Studios, calls the upcoming release a “tribute”—not just a sequel but a celebration of Chadwick’s impact on the world of cinema and our hearts.
The film is slated for a November release, and fans everywhere are buzzing with anticipation.
Ready to Watch?
“I can’t wait for you guys to see the film and how we honoured Chad in a beautiful way,” Letitia says with a mix of excitement and reverence. And who could blame her? The legacy of Chadwick Boseman has giddy-the-fan-blood rushing in every scene.
