Superheroes And Civil Rights: We're Shining A Spotlight On The History Of Black People

• Published date: 09 October 2020
• Law Firm: Withers LLP
• Author: Mr Richard Walker

October is Black History Month in the UK and here at Withers we're shining a spotlight on some key people throughout the month.

The US celebrated Black History Month in February and in solidarity with their observances I'd like to kick off UK Black History Month by raising awareness of the life and recent, and untimely death, of US actor Chadwick Boseman.

Black Panther and Black Lives Matter

Black Panther' costumer didn't like outfit until Chadwick Boseman tried it – Insider Chadwick's legacy (forgive the 'succession lawyer' plug) is special during this month.

Yes, he was black. He also played the title role in the Marvel box office smash 'Black Panther'. The movie met with critical acclaim, won numerous awards and is the first superhero movie to be nominated for a best picture Oscar.

Stan Lee and Josh Kirby created Black Panther, the character in 1966. He is the first...