Chadwick Boseman's Howard University 2018 Commencement Speech
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 พ.ค. 2018
- Howard University alumnus Chadwick Boseman provides words of inspiration to the Class of 2018 during Howard University's 150th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 12 in Washington, D.C.
He was diagnosed with cancer, but still visited and supported children with cancer. That's what heroes do. Rest in power King!
He was the Black Panther. They should never remake it.
It takes great people to face their own sickness. I find it helps though. As someone with anxiety and depression, I find peace talking with others about it.
Martha belle you played a bitch, in real life
@Martha belle So what you are saying is, he was just an act-or. Actors aren't real. They just play a role. On the screen and in real life. They just go by a script. It's, crazy how Hollywood can make ppl cry, become sad and even anger ppl. They have you rooting for the bad guy and hating the good guy.
The movie "Black Panther" that he played in, he was the villian not the hero. The black Panthers from the 60s are now the notorious Crips and Bloods. Gang Bangers.
@@TheSpermalan lmso!
Who came to rewatch this after finding out he passed away??? I remember when I first watched this speech and was so amazed at how smart, humble and talented he was. RIP legend. 😭😭 #WakandaForever
Me
Needed to see this after hearing of his transition. Rest my gentle prince. ❤️🙏🏿
Yeah... I can't believe it.
Yup, that’s why I came. Wow such powerful actor and just as a man/person/black man. He could have been a president of these United states
In my house it is Chadwick Boseman movies on every TV this weekend. He is the kind of person deserving of our respect. 10 box office smash hits since 2016 so imagine the internal will & strength this man used to bring us quality entertaining stories. How can any among us not have love honor and respect for such a professional?
He isn't looking at a paper or anything so everything is coming straight from his heart he is a true king. Rest In Power
Special. He literally carries the spirit of MLK.
His speech was boring and lacking substance.. It sure was wordy tho
he’s looking at a teleprompter, as that is alot to remember. it’s still a very heartfelt speech, regardless.
Tashur Raquel Speech is trash. Said a whole lot a nothin
@@slomofome14 Clearly, you did not listen to his speech. I have learned that many people who criticize others, do so, because they themselves cannot do better.
Given the opportunity, I wonder if you could ever be as eloquent as he was.
2023, and I still refer to this speech for encouragement, inspiration, and instruction. His purpose is timeless. What a beautiful soul...
Amen to that as I watch this for that same reason ❤
Now in 2024💪🏾 even more powerful
2024 and I’m watching again for that reason . I need some motivation 🙌🏾
His speech means more to me knowing that he was fighting cancer during this time❤. Rest Easy Chadwick!
Much respect.
Much respect
He kept his pain quiet, he's even stronger in my mind, RIP
I'm telling u.
This is his biggest role yet 🎬
RIP Chadwick Boseman
The Black Panther
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1.3 Billion Dollars Di🐍ney 666 👿
Disney doesn't make heroes. 🤫
Civil War. End Game. 💤
The way I understand his death is, HE HAD A PURPOSE IN LIFE and he nailed it.
Same as Kobe and Nipsey
@Joben Odulio lawd all mighty just ignore this piece of garbage , just another brain dead incel online troll
M U So you pressed this video to spread hate?? What you are saying is insane. You need help. Chadwick starred in movies while battling cancer?? What are you doing in life?? Writing a dumb comment that doesn’t even make sense. Saying things about a man who’s dead. You have nothing better to do.
@M U To use his celebrity to inspire others to be better, to care for kids with cancer and to share his love of God.
K Mills Amen 🙏🏼💖
He don’t even look like he’s in 40s. He look like he’s in his 20s.
RIP chad 😭
People say the same bout me. . Never know what others endure.
Dlamini Thulani
Wow what brilliant guy . You have run your RIP
True
Dying from cancer does not make you a hero. Living with cancer, in the way that he did, makes you a hero.
Totally agree!!
“Your grades don’t give a real indication of what your greatness might be.” 💯
Wakanda Forever🙅🏽♂️
Here Chad go telling your secrets🤔
Well said😂
@@AlexiaAAHill lmao
I cannot believe this man is not on Earth anymore. I’m heartbroken.
Nailah Roberts|| his in a better place now and thats good
@@GamingWithBastiRBLX A much much better place called Heaven😊 He has his robe and gained his wings now.
@@mmdmmj1 A religious comment section with no hate comments at all, nice! I'm with you guys, RIP
Same here but he left us with what to look on
He inspired us to rise up, being our better self and still keep our soul grounded to the reality. A true King.
Lord, I can’t even watch this without crying. This man is the epitome of what a Black man is & should be. He is an example for not only black little boys but black men as well. This is black excellence. It’s so sad he died so soon.
I know you might have heard this but still, " When you are in a garden you pick flowers which are most beautiful one".
So God chose him first.
Just watching this for the first time, and I'm in tears. First for such a profound message to the graduates and others,and also for the loss of a very smart, and talented young man.He will always be remembered by many.
@@gloriajones2350 Me too 😢 I just stepped on my own foot cause I'm just seeing it... And it is ABSOLUTELY UTTERLY POWERFUL 😢❤❤ RIPARADISE CHADWICK BOSEMAN 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️ #OURBLACKPANTHERKING4EVER👑👑👑👑
Came back here after watching Wakanda Forever. Thank you, Chadwick! Rest in Power
Same here
Who else noticed that Boseman prayed before he spoke, iconic
Me😢😢😢
He prayed before he stood up for his speech. That is huge!!!
@Martha belle he prayed for strength and for God to give him what to say!
Yes I saw that. A man of faith. He knew in whom he believed in. Amen!
Glad to see him living his last years up. His fight is truly an example to all of us.
Thanking God for You.
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GREAT commencement & motivational speech. It motivates me even right now #RIP
Especially the black community
I’m white male in my 60’s and thought this man glowed enlightenment He was evolved. I have two friends both colon cancer survivers and black under 40 and also both very special human beings ( as we all are) when I heard of chadwicks death from something so close to home it really shook me. It should not shock it’s extremely prevalent among black YOUNG males but rarely discussed . Chadwick saw it as personal issue which was his choice and right .
Their was something about him you did not need to be black to feel most know him from black panther but he made other epics ( ie a message from the king ) where he through his talent portrayed a really important message consistently . That message well that’s yours to find . A great loss but a spirit like his does not just fade into the abiss . Awards trophies get dusty his memory will be fresh forever .
You never know what a person is dealing with. We should all be kind and respectful to people.
Sis! I wish I could like that truth twice. Amen & AMEN. God bless and keep you.
Amen
thank you Tiam Young you right
Always!
@@AlexiaAAHill ja007
“You would rather find purpose than a job or career. Purpose crosses disciplines. Purpose is an essential element of you.”
RIP Dr. Boseman.
Beautiful.
Truth
I was trying to figure out who this guy was and why people liked him. Was he actually a Dr. Or something? I guess he died ? A famous Dr. That was trying to cure cancer?
@@jhtsurvival you could just look it up or listen to the first 5 minutes of them introducing who this guy is…
I'm Guilty of Becoming Obsessed With Watching Clippings of The Honorable
Dr. Chadwick A. Boseman. I will yell it from off the tallest mountain. I'm not a shamed. Chadwick demise was just two days after my Mom's demise
August 26, 2007. My bornday is September 3, 1982. I saw my Mom dead on my birthday. And her funeral was just the day after that. So I have not celebrated my born day every since.
I have became obsessed with Watching Clippings of Chadwick almost everyday on TH-cam because it's still just to hard to believe that he has transitioned. I wish that when he was at HU even if I couldn't get in there that I would've stood on the outside of the fence to listen to his speech. Considering I live in Washington D.C. myself. IT WAS POWERFUL! Chadwick bought James Brown back to life when he did the movie, 'Get Up On It'! That's when my love for him blossomed because I could not believe how good he played that role! I'm a huge James Brown fan and I still play all his music to this day! Dr. Chadwick Boseman accomplished so much in such a short time. But he still was taking too soon.
Honorable Dr. Chadwick A. Boseman
I admired your strength and dignity.You are, will and forever would be my
Black Hero of my Generation. You are Amazing, Intelligent, Influential and not to mention Handsome Black Man. Your strength and character has me starting today to work even harder and go for what God put me here for. I mean I work for D.C. government and I'm grateful. But this is not what God put me here for. You make an excellent role model for our Black Men.I'm going to end here because I'm beginning to cry. You will truly, truly be missed and I mean all of this from the top to the bottom of my heart 🖤🙏😥 Enjoy Your Spirit World.
WAKANDA NOW AND FOREVER KING
DR. CHADWICK AARON BOSEMAN
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I'm so torn apart by his death, every post triggers me. It's as if I've lost a brother. He lived. What a powerhouse.
Spoke the words for me, I too feel like the entire world was stripped of a pure soul. A soul this wicked world needed badly. Rest in Paradise King.
“Let he who has watered be watered.”
Chadwick Boseman 🖤🖤🖤🖤💪🏿🤴🏿👑 💪🏿🙏🏿🖤🖤🖤🖤
What a profound speech with dignity and extreme character. Amen
I don’t know why I am crying
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wakanda forever.
Yessss 😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️
“Purpose is an essential element of YOU--it is the reason YOU are on the planet at this particular time in history...”
Let that sink in...
Powerful
Deep, very deep! Know and live in your purpose for tomorrow is unknown.
Purpose does'nt shape you in your character,it's the Discipline to seek knowledge and work your ass off towards your goal (or purpose) with all the ups and downs and faillures that goes with it!...my purpose now could be that i just wanna be lazy,would that be an essential element for me in my life?purpose and goals mean jack shit if you don't work for it!
Amen...
He was a beautiful speaker. And he fulfilled his destiny on this planet. He inspired generations of people to overcome those stereotypes and fight like hell for your purpose. He and Ali are smiling from that mountain top. Chadwick will be missed but never forgotten. RIP King and thank you.
Who is with me and hears echoes of Denzel Washington in Chadwick's voice?? I am a 67yo white woman and I must say, I am so affected by this man's spirit and character. I have not cried so hard in my life for a man I have never met. He transcended racial divide. We have lost Chadwick Boseman on this earth but we cannot lose hope for what he and ultimately all of us hope for. Peace to the world. ALL Lives Matter. Make the most of yours. Serve the Lord and your brothers and sisters. 🌎✌🙏
Amen!!
I’m honored to have witnessed this in person. I couldn’t have asked for a better commencement speaker. It meant so much to us at that time but even more now.... I’ll never forget it. Thank you 😢
You are so very lucky that you witnessed this legend speak in person.
That's a wonderful experience, Anari! 😊 It makes a big difference when he's describing the "Hilltop"! Howard University is such a special place. Harry Belafonte spoke the year I graduated (00'). I don't know why the Lord took Chadwick but, I have to trust in His judgement. It's hard watching this knowing Dr.Boseman is dead!😔💔
Nothing less than a blessing
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Amen!
*Chadwick's entire circle. Respected his* *private battle with colon cancer and kept* *it from the public.*
*How strong is your circle? How loyal are* *your confidants?*
*THE LAST LESSON THE KING OF* *WAKANDA LEFT:*
*Choose your associations wisely.* *Surround yourself with good company.* *Build a strong support system that is loyal* *and faithful and true. A circle that loves* *you.*
*I pray that whoever reads this, God heals* *whatever is hurting you. I pray for your* *safety, health and well-being. In the name* *of Jesus*
*#wakandaForever*
Deep Man. Something we all really need to think and reassess who and what we're surrounded by
So well said!!!
Respect! To fight cancer and continued to make films during those years, truly show how courageous and determined he was to fight through that pain. He inspires everyone to get through hardships and achieve your goals without making excuses. RIP Chadwick. 🙏🙏🙏
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An awesome person, but he was a preacher within. A good name is better than silver and gold. RIP.✌✌❤
For a while I felt sorry for myself since I am going through a simillar issue. After he passed, he taught me to respect my struggle with this harsh desease. I am stronger and I will fight this cancer with all that I have until the very end.
You would overcome. You're strong and powerful and inside of you lives a victor
“When God has something for you, it doesn’t matter who stands against it. God will move someone that’s holding you back away from a door and put someone there who will open it for you”.
Thankyou ❤️
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He is the shining example of Black Excellence on a spiritual level. His physical body has passed but his spirit lives on through all of us who were impacted by this beautiful brother.
Rest up Chadwick. But his Billion $dollar couldn't save him. This is why we need God. Chadwick would pay any price to be alive today. Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth and the life - John 14:6. With Jesus, all things are possible; even the complete healing of stage IV cancer. th-cam.com/video/nuTNB_-9-bY/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/J3a0IietBH8/w-d-xo.html If you believe in your heart and confess with sincerity of heart that Jesus Christ is Lord and God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Get a copy of the Holy Bible and believe in the Blood of Jesus to be saved, that simple.
When he was speaking, I felt God was using him for an divine purpose. He may be gone, but he is now with the Lord
Yes, that's what gives me comfort right now, that I know he is at peace with the Lord❤🙏
AMEN....STRAIGHT FIGHTER....TRUE WARRIOR....TRUE MAN... DIDN'T COMPLAIN...THINGS THAT MAKE YOU GO HMMMMM....NOTHING BUT GOD....RIH YOUNG KING BOSEMAN
Amen
Yes, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord❤
Gone But Never Forgotten
He got a smile sooo beautiful omg I can't believe he's gone such an incredible black man
He spoke way better than the current and other previous Presidents of this Nation.
He matched up to Obama's speeches...love from Africa
Hi hope you're having a good time today
Who else is binge watching all his interviews and speeches to comfort themselves😢
Eish nami ngokunjalo. Ngidabukile ngokushona kwalendoda!💔😭
Can't help but watch him he was an inspiration and i miss his energy in the world.
Zanokuhle Ngubane I am
yeah im doing the same
mee:(
His commencement speech becomes more meaningful considering how he battled against cancer, even during those times where he gave us a glimpse of Wakanda... He will be sorely missed.
I want to send prayers around the world for All that you are suffering. Let go and let God always. God is not happy folks. BEHAVE PLEASE!
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Chadwick FOREVER!!!!!
Rest in eternal Peace 🕊️ ..king Chad you still inspire us to today
Who's watching on December 3, 2020, as we come to the close of a year filled with adversities/opportunities, and blessings! Rest In Peace!🙏♥️🙏
Chadwick Boseman, you are sorely missed and loved!
♥️🙏♥️
#WAKANDA #FOREVER
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Chadwick Lived a quintessential life...I bless his journey.
Did you notice he was praying before he was called up for the speech. I was very sad but now I know he was created to be with us just for 44 years and he fulfilled his purpose.
See you at home solder.
He was christian. He knew the lord
@@irenemukisa6909 yet he was inclusive by starting by saying our Creator never one by name that was beautiful he was a man of love and unity ✊❤💪
Yes...He was praying. I can only imagine what his prayers were.
Yes I noticed that too 😰. That moment broke me down the more !!! Such a saint 👏🏻🙏🙏😰
I noticed. He was so humble through it all.
This man had an immense amount of character dignity and faith. He stood as a proud man not looking for sympathy or even acknowledgement of his pain and suffering. In my mind that’s why he didn’t share his diagnosis. He didn’t want colon cancer to define him
so true
Absolutely
Exactly
Couldn’t agree more
All of my replies are here
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The smirk he gave the camera and then seemingly looked away embarrassed said everything about him. What a class act. Rest in power.
Yess
"Remember the struggles along the way are only meant to shape you for your purpose"
Chadwick sounds like Martin Luther King 👑. His words resonates to my soul,his speech is so pure.
This guy was a bigger hero in real life then in the movies.
Slightly sickened by how many people are arguing he somehow isn't a legend, by claiming stuff like "dying from cancer does not make you a legend." or "He wasn't even known until Black Panther".
Absolutely none of that matters or is even remotely correct.
The people preaching that nonsense, fail to understand this: *Chadwick Boseman was (and forever will be) a true legend and real life superhero because of everything he achieved, while suffering from cancer and possibly being aware of the fact that it would soon claim his life.*. Now, despite the level of expression the English language affords us, I cannot find the words to properly express the extent of my admiration and respect for him. And neither can I find the words to properly express how much he has genuinely inspired me. May he rest in peace!
Well said!
Couldnt agree more
Stupid, ignorant jealous people is what they are! They deep down know who that Man is! We are saying he is a legend because he is! It is who he is a a person, not the role he plays in a film. And by the way the character he played, he wore those characters! And it takes real genuine talent for one to do that! Chadwick Boseman, you are a legend and forever will be! Don't care what anyone says!
Ppl are freakin sick it's actually crazy😥
He filmed movie attended every speech and worked countless hours while battling cancer this dude is without a doubt a legend and anyone who disagrees is probably a failure in life lmaoo
"In My Culture, Death is Not the End"
- Chadwick Boseman
Did he really say this?
@@suhasvarma6084 t’challa said that and it was captain America civil war
Absolutely 💯
Woman at 32:03... what we're all feeling watching this.
God bless this man. The feeling of knowing I graduated from Howard University. You can feel the spirits of your ancestors. I will always have Howard University in my heart and now Chadwick will always be my inspiration as I continue to struggle with my health. One day at a time sweet Jesus . R.I.P Chadwick . My burns and bruises are what makes me today.
Did you graduate from Howard University???
RIP Chadwick. You'll be remembered. "The struggles along the way are only meant to shape you for your purpose. So press on with pride and press on with purpose… Because purpose is the essential element of you. Your very existence is wrapped up in the things you are here to fulfil."
Joel Teixeira he was such a hero 🦸♂️
He was the complete package talented, smart, giving, caring, Kool, funny,humble,a little hood , handsome and most of all God sent 🙏💙
Exactly❤❤❤
May his soul rest in internal peace❤❤❤❤
KING CHADWICK BOSEMAN: LONG LIVE THE KING (HERO, LEGEND, KING).
Gone to soon. Beautiful speech straight from the heart. Being white I've taken for granted that up until a few years ago the majority of visual arts in North America was white faces on the screen no matter what the story was. I'll never know what it's like to watch media and hardly ever see a face like mine in any meaningful or major role. In his life Dr. Boseman showed me how important it is for people to tell their stories their way period. I pray that his spirit catches fire in us all to speak our truth and walk our path and I'm thankful for the amazing body of work that he left to inspire us all to be better and do better in this world. Chadwick Boseman forever.
Howard needs a memorial statue of him with the 'Wakanda Forever' salute.
perhaps in hometown Anderson, South Carolina...Harlem would be great, Hollywood Star? Future plays put on that he may have finished. What a dear human.
Haters will vandalize it as they always do. Let's us hide his memories in our hearts instead. G.O.A.T.
He was diagnosed with cancer, but still visited and supported children with cancer. That's what heroes do. Rest in power King!
I agree in the center of the of the years where it can be admired by ALL.
Looking back, look at his eyes. Not one time did he show a sign of what he personally was going through. STRONG MAN AT THAT TIME STAGE 3 COLON CANCER! REST UP KING 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Zee Mimi I always wondered about his eyes, I even googled to see if he was sick but none! Now I feel stupid 😔
Sorry but I disagree. You can tell there was something on his mind
@@oof8850 I agree he did a talk show after Black Panther came out Jimmy asked him if there was going to be a sequel and he paused. Looking back that pause was very telling.
@@tasafarrah7444 Which Jimmy are we talking about? You have a link?
@@TheSluremus Sorry,both Fallon and Kimmel interviewed him. I was referring to Fallon though.
It still amazes me god Chadwick has cancer for 2 years and no one suspected anything. I hope Chadwick rests well.
He did so much in his short life. He means so much to so many people. I hope he knew ❤️Congrats, Dr Chadwick Boseman! Great words from a great man ✊🏾
Buy EVERY Boseman movie and make sure your children watch them when they grow old enough!!
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." - 2 Tim 4:7
He finished the race well, doing his part in this world given by God, in spite of tremendous pain and I could only imagine the LORD welcomes him home saying "‘Well done, good and faithful servant.....Enter into the joy of your master.’ - (Mat 25:23). Rest in peace, champ.
AMEN!
Amen
😭🙏RIP Heroes
On this day, I remember you pouring your heart out to HU Class of 2018. Three years ago, I couldn’t help but smile when I learned that you were the commencement speaker. I laughed, cried but smiled as you spoke. Although your no longer here on Earth Chadwick, you touched lives. Your legacy will forever remain. You are resting and I’m grateful to be able watch this over and over. A gentle reminder to us all that we are here for a purpose. Every day is a gift and we have an assignment here. God gave and He took away because He knew best. Forever remembered. My favorite graduate speech ever 🥁❤️🤗
O yeah grade ...for me. This is very interesting and inspiring..❤
"I'd say find purpose rather than a job or a career. And some times you've got to get knocked down before you can figure out what your fight is. Don't take the easy path. Take the harder one. The more complicated one. The one that has more failures at first than successes. The one that has more ultimately proven to have more meaning, more victory, more glory, then you will not regret it. Now, this is your time. (Our) legacy is not wrapped up in the money you will make, but in the challenges you will choose to confront. Press on with pride. Press on with purpose. I love you ... forever." ~ Chadwick Boseman, Ph.D
Rip black panther,42 rest in paradise
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This one hits deeply, deep and hurts, guys, you never know what people are going through in life.
Let's be kind to one another, at least try, tomorrow isn't promised to anyone.
Rest well brother, till we meet again.
I cried seeing this
True that is very so true I wanna scream it right to a ear of ignorant whatever being it is ..
True let us ave love for each other
"Let's be kind to one another, at least try, tomorrow isn't promised to anyone."...Thank you.
Never heard him give a speech. Only interviewed on talk shows. This is a very serious man who talks about life, race and trying to be an actor. Loves having gone to Howard which helped him to deal with life and helped him make decisions. Cared very much about the future of Howard. Died too young. Rip. Thanks utube.
Wow! The Best example ever!! He was what he spoke! Btw General Hospital! And his predecessor was none other than his cousin in Wakanda!!
2020 there is no black panther without *"chadwick boseman"*
Thanks to sharing the life of a *REAL HERO*
A man may die but his legacy will continue through his deeds. Today the pain of losing you is difficult to bear because this world needed you for some more years. WE NEED MORE BLACK HEROS LIKE HIM! A REAL HEROS.
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Definitely more are needed like him on & off screen‼️💔❤️
You really don’t get it!
Why’d we lose this one? Inconceivable.
IKR!?😔💔
Someone asked an elder, "why do the good ones die young?" The elder answered "which of the flowers do you pick from the garden?" The younger one answered "the beautiful ones..."
Nymeria723 thank you 💔🙏🏽
@@idutchess7225 Only now do we find out that the most heroic role he played was himself.
He fulfilled his purpose. #wakandaforever
Best commencement speech I’d ever listened. Specially those part acknowledging the greatness of God in His life ❤️ and to all of us. He fought a good fight not knowing he has colon cancer for many years battling this. This man knows his purpose on earth. Goosebumps! ❤️ #BlackPanther
In Loving Memory Of Our King
Chadwick Aaron Boseman
(11/29/1976-8/28/2020)
"Everything you fought for was not for yourself but for those who come after"
"Sometimes you need to feel the pain and sting of defeat to activate the real passion and purpose that GOD predestined inside of you." Felt that in my soul. What an inspiring story. Keep pushing Dr. Boseman!
From the first time I heard it. I've been repeating that one part!!!
it's faith in God and the trust you have in him. like a yearning and longing desire you have for God.
Thx for posting the eye opening statement! 🤓
His passing was sad but after this it’s even sadder.
Sistah B TMH?
anyone else from LC english here 🥰
i am!!
wouw Chad was praying while being introduced. i watched this several times and only today i found out. 😍
Such a humble spirit. God bless you Dr. Boseman
1netta41 he is so hard to read. Do you think he was holding back tears. What a amazing moment for him and HU. I enjoyed hearing his stories.
Yes I think he was holding back the tears. When he looked out in the audience he saw himself in those graduates. He definitely spoke from a place of familiarity.
Just stop by to say nice profile pic girl! Yass!!
Awwww thanks!!!
Humble may seems but we may not know 😂
Who's watching this speech after his death? His words is so inspiring. Your legacy lives on brother!!! ##WAKANDA FOREVER##
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#WAKANDA FOREVER##
It ecstatic
me
Watching it today 🤦🏾♂️ He was and will continue to be a rare gem💎
WE MISS HIM
While not all, many celebrities become jaded by life. They stop caring about others, and often are rude offscreen. Chadwick was different. He truly cared about all people, and became a film icon while battling colon cancer. A old proverb states “the wise are hung and the fools are glorified, at least while they are living.” Boseman was an example of this. RiP. You will be missed.
Why is Yt recommending this when his dead Ready in peace king #ChadwickBoseman
I have a 11 year old daughter and she cried off and on that entire day. Like so many kids around the world. Im hoping Howard University makes a statue of Chadwick Boseman. 🙏🏾
Armani TheVoice We’ll give them the money in a day if they don’t have it right away. We are committing ourselves to that. Rise In Power king 🤴🏾 . He will live forever in our memories and hearts 🖤
Thats a great idea. Its a HBCU and he had SO many roles for legendary black figures. Im here for it ✊🏿
It still hurts 😢😭may your soul rest in peace
thank you Howard University for sharing this speech with the public
God rest Chadwick Boseman
I can see while setting there; he was likely in pain. I am so heartbroken. Playing roles in between surgeries and chemotherapy. You inspire me brother.
They killed him this man ate smart..they want y'all to think that dumb ass shit.look deeper that what the fuck they say in the media
Devonte Williams 😐
@@devontewilliams8738 chill with all of that conspiracy ish. Everything isn't on that tip. #dead
Ya'll tripping out talking what someone else feels at any given time like you specifically know - chill - brother looks like he was enjoying his time. Let it be what it was out of respect w/out speculation.
@@ojames1983 don't be a sheep bro.i hope youre not one of those face muzzle wearing people.they killed the man..his family isn't even saying anything about his death because they Kno it wasn't cancer..
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
For I know the plans I have for you, “declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and future.
Deja Elam thanks for commenting this. I really needed to see this.
perfectly created...Chadwick quoted that Bible verse in his speech. ☺
I quoted what was stated in the commencement speech but that scripture speaks to my life in so many ways as well 😊
mjbaybgurl Thanks for pointing that out 😊
mjbaybgurl oh. I just clicked and read that before his speech. Nevertheless it spoke to me and that's the bottom line.
Chadwick was a prophet.
Your are a true son of wakanda. My son is Nigerian and Kenyan looks just like you humble, loves, intelligent same smile. Ife means love just like you. I can't even get you off my mind as a son oo you are a true son of Africa.
As a latino 28 year old man, RIP big dog. You paved a way that only certain races can understand
Love how spiritual and intellectual he is, with so much courage and pride to stand up for what he feels is right. Nothing short of inspiring.
cool thanks
Nonsense. Your just jealous of his brains and acting ability.
@vidstar1 get your meth smoking ass out of here
@Kenneth, I am back at it too. Everyday I listen to this to keep me inspired. I am so happy to acknowledge my BLACCCCCCK Ancestors. Wonderful to be black and proud. Chad keeps inspiring me daily. He is such a beautiful soul and humble, humble humble. Rest in Power my little brother❤😊💕🤞
BLACK EXCELLENCE!!!! 👍🏾👊🏾🙌🏾🤴🏾🥇🏆🕺🏾
That is truth my dear
RIP
How about, just "excellence"
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It’s sad how things like this don’t get recognized until that person passes
Totally agreed
Don’t worry - when we hear about special people - even though they have left us -their spirit and grace can still have a huge impact on others- and make people want to find out more about that person - it all works for the greater good. 🙏🏻
I remember watching this speech 2 years ago...and he was recognized the way he should have been. Im glad he had the opportunity to do so many great things in his last years on earth. 2018 was a phenomenal year for Chadwick. Who knew that he only had 2 more years left...God knew which is why I believe he accomplished so much on these last couple years...Such a wonderful person. He will be missed dearly💔
This man had cancer at this time and he still shined thru. You died empty my brother, your purpose, destiny and intent is alive and well. Rip King!!!!
RIP 🕊️ to this wonderful soul!
Chadwick Boseman's speech deserves to be heard by every American in these times wherein the matter of the significance of black lives remains in stark and horrific question. The courage and brilliance of this splendidly talented human being shines through every minute of his humble, gracious, and profoundly powerful address to the graduating class of Howard University in 2018. The message and import of what Dr. Boseman is saying here resounds in synchronous harmony with America's present moment here on August 29th 2020. The courage and fortitude of Chadwick Boseman's capacity to carry on with his work for the past four years despite his ongoing private suffering and struggles with the surgeries and harsh therapies required to keep his cancer at bay are an inspiration to all who call themselves human. I hope and pray this commencement speech is heard by millions who will understand and take to heart and soul the reasons why Chadwick felt compelled to stand up to the executives who wanted him to play a stereotypical character with no redeeming qualities, as such a portrayal would only serve to deepen and reinforce the most negative fixed ideations in the minds of those whose souls have been degraded as they participate and serve in the cult of racism. May we ALL learn from and struggle to emulate the ideals and real-world example set by this wonderful man. Chadwick Boseman, may you Rest in the Eternal Peace of the Lord.
I totally agree with you, what we portray for many to watch goes deeper than them just watching, many times, it does a seed into their hearts and the seed eventually grows most times. So we need to make sure we portray life, positivity and above all, LOVE AND FAITH IN GOD. 😇😇😇
Chadwick Boseman is not only an impressive actor, he is also an impressive HUMAN BEING!!! God Bless You, Chadwick! 😇
Chadwick’s speech was extraordinary & brilliant. My daughter received her Medical Degree (from HU) during that commencement. RIP Chadwick 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾. Love and miss you. 😘😘
See how this passionate this guy was and could literally stop and conversate with the crowd(graduates)because he knew this place by heart, he didn't need to write a speech for it.he loved this PLACE and knew what he needed to say, he was fighting cancer but still motivated them. RIP POWER BOWSMAN. We sorry we didn't give you your flowers when you could appreciate them
Yesss..He did everything so perfectly
RIP Chadwick Boseman. A fellow Howard alumni. He went there when I was there and probably took some of the same classes since I took many theater related classes. I don't quite recall him but I knew all the teachers and the struggles he was talking about during that time including the sit in, something I witnessed during that time.
His life and career had a purpose and he was truly blessed. That story of him getting fired from the soap opera was "All My Children" and the actor they replaced him with was none other than T'Challa's nemesis Killmonger. Michael B Jordan replaced that role for him and in fact, the writers had taken some suggestions that Chadwick had talked to them about and developed the character he played after they unceremoniously fired him for Jordan.
He had a short but brilliant career and was such a great human being and a beautiful soul. He will be deeply missed.
Wow the circles of life and fate
Full circle of events, like him touring Angela Bassett at Howard as a student then years later play her son in Black Panther.
Full circle like how he came to thank Denzel at the Black Panther premiere for paying his way for summer classes in Oxford.
"Howard required directing students to take acting classes and one summer, Boseman's teacher, The Cosby Show star Phylicia Rashad, wanted him to enter a summer coarse at Oxford. When Boseman couldn't pay for the summer program abroad, Rashad enlisted a friend to help out with Boseman's tuition.
The actor wouldn't learn until some time later that it was none other than Denzel Washington who generously provided the funds."
" "I've basically been holding this secret my whole career. When I came back, I got a beneficiary letter and it said Denzel Washington paid for you," Boseman recounted in 2018 during a Tonight Show interview with Jimmy Fallon. "I was like, 'What?!' I never wanted to say that until I met him."
"Boseman and Washington finally met in person at the 2018 NYC premiere of Black Panther and their exchange was sweet and hilarious. According to Boseman, when he introduced himself and told the story about Oxford, Washington cracked, "Oh so that's why I'm here? You owe me money. I came to collect!"
I didn’t know he was on all my children
Thanks for this
1:48 He smiled straight at me R.I.P Chadwick Aaron Boseman (T'Challa) 😭Fought colon cancer while filming avengers infinity war endgame and black panther A true Legend Wakanda Forever❤️💜🖤.!
Mr Chadwick A Boseman was a very good example of God Mercy and His Grace He will see you through and Mr Boseman kept the Faith until God said well done my good and Faithful Servant Well Done RIP Your Legacy will live on
WAKANDA FOREVER SIR..
"I'm doing my best, not to play this character like a victim" -Chadwick Boseman
Nuff said...Rest Well Chad! Until the Resurrection, Rest ye Well
Brian AMEN Gods blessing always💜🙏
Brian Malakwen He stands w/ those greats like Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, Lena Horne, Dihann Carroll, Cicely Tyson, Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis! The standards they set in their careers set the example for actors like Chadwick to follow! Now Chadwick has done the same for the now & next generation of black actors to follow. HE PAID IT FORWARD!
@@christophergregory1 yup, He really did. Will also be sure to check out all those actors and singers you have mentioned. Standards too low nowadays but glad for those who came before us and for those that remember n keep the flame lit
@@nadiac6042 We'd be nowhere without His Grace. Blessings Nadia💜🙏🏼
Brian Malakwen yes, not only were these black actors the epitome of grace, confidence & integrity during their careers, they were that during Jim Crow. Some of the worst times for people of color! Sidney Poitier never played a stereotypical role. He did that on purpose. He was the 1st black man to win an academy award in the early 60’s. He played roles that now would be played by any race of man, but back then were written for white men. Even in the movie “In The Heat Of The Night”, he played a police detective who had some rank & when he ?’d a white southern man, that man said something to him & didn’t get the answer he wanted so he slapped the black man whom he thought was inferior to him. So Sidney slapped that old white southern man right back. It was the slap heard around the world in the 60’s!
Wow, he was fighting during this speech, but still delivered a great message because that was his purpose
Rip dr. Boseman. You did more in short time than most in a long life . Your commencement speech at Howard in 2018 when You we're already fighting for your life but had all positivisty and gave the Glory to god . Never to be forgotten .
I am a 56 year old white businessman and this speech had me in tears. We lost a great man when he passed.
He literally spoke with no written speech and he's truly engaging with his audience. Wow the world has lost a phenomenal angel but gained appreciation and the heavens will be welcoming their own soon. RIP Chadwick Erin Boseman
Pretty sure he reading from a teleprompter
So true no written speech! This is because GOD WAS CHADWICK'S FILM AND VOICE DIRECTOR ON THIS GLORIOUS DAY!