Chadwick Boseman's Family Sues His Widow Over Estate Management

The family of the late actor Chadwick Boseman has filed a lawsuit against his widow, Taylor Simone Ledward Boseman, alleging mismanagement of the actor's estate. Chadwick's brothers, Kevin and Derrick Boseman, claim that Taylor has failed to provide updates on the estate's status and has not distributed the assets as per a 2022 court order. This order stipulated that Chadwick's parents, Leroy and Carolyn Boseman, were entitled to a joint 50% share of the estate, with Taylor controlling the remaining half. Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 43 without a will, famously portrayed Black Panther in the Marvel films. Nearly four years after his death, his brothers assert that Taylor has not finalized the estate's distribution and continues to maintain sole control. The estate encompasses assets such as film royalties, image rights, intellectual property, investments, insurance policies, bank accounts, personal belongings, and over $3 million in cash across various accounts. Kevin and Derrick are seeking a court declaration of contempt against Taylor for violating the 2022 order, demanding a full accounting of the estate within 30 days, and requesting her permanent removal as administrator. They also propose appointing attorney Jason Rubin to oversee the estate's distribution.