Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Died Without A Will

As you may be aware, Chadwick Boseman, the captivating actor that played the roles of Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall, Black Panther, and many more, passed away on August 28, 2020. This death was one of the many heart wrenching deaths we have seen in this tough year. Boseman passed away from colon cancer which he had been dealing with for a few years, unbeknownst to the world, and even his colleagues and producers. 

Chadwick Boseman died intestate, which has been a cause for concern. Boseman's widow has filed for probate in Los Angeles, California. It has been reported that the estimated worth of Boseman's estate is $938,500. As of now, California law will govern the distribution of the estate. 

Under California Law, Boseman's widow, as his surviving spouse, is entitled to inherit the estate. "When a California resident dies with a surviving spouse and no descendants, California law provides that the surviving spouse inherits all community property and separate property."

Boseman's surviving spouse also has priority to serve as administrator of the estate. Priority for this appointment is set out in the California Probate Code. 

See Black Panther Star Chadwick Boseman Died Without A Will, Probate Stars, October 16, 2020.