Simone Ledward Boseman has accepted the Gotham Award on behalf of her late husband, Chadwick Boseman. Chadwick received a posthumous Actor Tribute at Monday’s Gotham Awards ceremony, and Simone Boseman gave the acceptance speech in honor of her late husband. The Gotham Awards had previously announced the tribute for Chadwick Boseman and actress Viola Davis, who co-starred in the acclaimed Netflix film, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. The Gotham Awards said in a statement that, “Chadwick Boseman was an incredibly talented actor whose significance and impact onscreen and kindness offscreen will never be forgotten… we are proud to honor him and all of his historical and groundbreaking contributions with this tribute.”
Chadwick Boseman’s widow cries as she accepts a Gotham award in his honor. “Chad, thank you,” says Simone Boseman. “Keep shining your light on us.” pic.twitter.com/jQidx0Yp6c
