A touching dedication Chadwick Boseman , published Colman Domingo , revived memories of the late actor among fans who still feel the weight of his loss.
Domingo recently spoke about the sacred bond he shared with Boseman, recalling how the Black Panther star believed in him and publicly affirmed his talent long before his career took off again.
After spending years as a respected but little-known actor, the Euphoria star says he's now experiencing an "incredible harvest period" as his name continues to grow in Hollywood's mainstream circles.
Colman Domingo recalls Chadwick Boseman's early support.
Domingo recently recalled the powerful words Boseman said to him before they starred together in the 2020 film adaptation of August Wilson's novel "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.".
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar-nominated actor recalled reuniting with Boseman at a Hollywood party after the late actor had already become a global star thanks to Black Panther, which grossed more than $1 billion worldwide.
Domingo said they had performed several play readings together before, so they were acquainted, though not very close. Seeing Boseman at the event, he approached him to congratulate him on his success.
Domingo told Boseman he was proud of everything he'd accomplished and that watching him rise had been a beautiful thing. However, Boseman quickly turned the attention to himself.
According to the Euphoria star, Boseman pointed to him and told those in attendance that people should know his name, calling him "the truth" and urging others to watch out for him.
Domingo's dedication sparked grief over Chadwick Boseman.
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Domingo's comments about Boseman touched fans on social media, many of whom said the tribute rekindled their grief over the actor's death.
On Page X, one fan admitted that the moment caught him off guard late at night: "It's 1am and I'm crying.".
Another user remembered their on-screen collaboration and commented, "I forgot they were in Ma Rainey together.".
Someone else shared that memories of Boseman still hit me hard, adding, "I still start crying if I think about Chadwick too much.".
Colman Domingo believes his co-star is helping him from above.
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In another segment of the interview, Domingo recalled learning of Boseman's death while flipping burgers after receiving a message from playwright Robert O'Hara.
Bozeman died in 2020 from colon cancer at the age of 43, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence the many artists who worked with and admired him.
For Domingo, the loss was deeply personal. He explained that Boseman occupied a rare place in Hollywood because he understood his background, his experiences, and the unique challenges faced by Black men working in the industry.
He added that he believes Boseman still helps actors like him and Michael B. Jordan "from beyond the grave," calling the late actor a "beautiful angel" in his life.
The actor once thought that he would never become a leading character.
Domingo also spoke about the years he spent doing respectable work but never landing the leading roles he hoped for.
After working in the industry for over thirty years, the actor admitted that he once began to think that leading roles might not be in his life's circle.
He said he'd had many moments when his work was respected and acknowledged, but the spotlight still seemed to be on someone else. Over time, he began to come to terms with the idea that he might always be just a performer standing next to the main character, rather than the center of attention.
Domingo explained that he envisioned himself continuing to play supporting roles in ensemble roles with stars like David Oyelowo, Viola Davis, and even Boseman himself.
However, in recent years, the situation has changed dramatically: he was nominated for two consecutive Oscars for Best Actor for the films Rustin (2024) and Sing Sing (2025).
Colman Domingo says he's in "harvest season" now.
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At 56, Domingo appears to be going through one of the most intense and visible periods of his career.
The actor has been involved in major projects, including the series Euphoria, the Michael Jackson biopic Michael, the second season of the Netflix comedy Seasons, and Steven Spielberg's upcoming thriller Disclosure.
When asked if he regretted not achieving success earlier, Domingo jokingly replied that his financial situation would probably be better. However, he said he wouldn't change the course of events.
Domingo explained that after years of developing as an artist, he now feels like he is entering the third act of his career with a sense of satisfaction and purpose.
For him, the current wave of recognition feels like an "incredible harvest period" after decades of steady work in Hollywood.
Colman Domingo's tribute revives memories of Chadwick Boseman. (Originally published on The Blast)