Disney has announced that it will pay tribute to Chadwick Boseman at its annual fan convention, the D23 Expo. He will receive the title of “Disney Legend” for his work in the film “Black Panther”.
The actor, who scored Marvel fans for the role of T’Challa, died at just 43, in August 2020, of cancer.
The title of “Disney Legend” is awarded annually to “individuals who have made an outstanding contribution” to the company’s legacy.
In addition to him, in the cast Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel (voices of the princesses of “Frozen”), Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross (protagonists of “Black-ish”), Patrick Dempsey and Ellen Pompeo (former couple of “Grey’s Anatomia” ), Josh Gad (“Beauty and the Beast”) and others.
The event that will take place over the weekend of 9-11 September will also kick off the celebration of Disney’s 100th anniversary, which will turn a century in October 2023.
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“For nearly a century, Disney has entertained and inspired people around the world. I can’t wait to give fans a first glimpse of what we have in store for our 100th anniversary and how we’re using this opportunity to celebrate. all the fans and families who have welcomed Disney into their lives, “Disney CEO Bob Chapek wrote in a press release.
Source: Terra
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