The internet breaks down, following the death of actor, Chadwick Boseman

The internet has been in a mourning mood for hours, since it became public knowledge that 'Black Panther' actor, Chadwick Boseman passed away on Friday.

The actor's family shared the news via his official social media accounts, and as expected, the world hasn't taken it so well.

Hundreds of thousands, including colleagues and fans, have taken to their respective social media handles to pay their respects to the late actor, as they expressed sadness in the loss.

Take a look at some of the reactions below:

Rest in peace, Chadwick Boseman.

An inspiration whose impact went far beyond film. Your legacy will live on.#WakandaForever ❤️ pic.twitter.com/8gsoKRPASn

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 29, 2020

RIP Chadwick Boseman, thank you for sharing your gift with the world 🙌🏿❤️🤘🏿 pic.twitter.com/3Nbus4HKM4

— Ovie Soko (@OvieSoko) August 29, 2020

Legends never die, they just disappear and their story will live on. Rest In Peace Chadwick Boseman. Wakanda forever! pic.twitter.com/QL8X8kOnnH

— Hesboun Etyang (@ItsEtyang) August 29, 2020

"Death is not the end."

Rest in peace Chadwick Boseman#WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/3VO9s5cvXF

— 𝘓𝘜𝘕𝘈⁷ ☾ (@MsLovatoo) August 29, 2020

“I think you realize how much you need to have people that you love. It's not as much about them loving you - it's about you needing to love people”.

- Chadwick Boseman (1977-2020) pic.twitter.com/x21r5ZSkze

— The Film Quotes (@TheFilmQuotes_) August 29, 2020

Thinking of Chadwick Boseman and his family today.

Rest in Peace🙏🏽❤️pic.twitter.com/5ZKmCheXC2

— Munya Chawawa (@munyachawawa) August 29, 2020

When this interview was done, Chadwick Boseman was at stage 3 in his cancer. I am so heartbroken & can not put this in words, he was not only a superhero in the film but in real life. Rest in peace Chadwick Boseman. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/HJxrK8hjiL

— Frank Khalid (@FrankKhalidUK) August 29, 2020

Now this scene makes more sense 😭😭😭

R.I.P Chadwick Boseman..#WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/g51dBUhi81

— The Akwa Ibom Baker (Cakes By JawnTee) (@JawnTeee) August 29, 2020

‘This Video of Chadwick Boseman talking about exchanging letters with children battling with terminal cancer and how they want to watch black panther before they die will leave you in tears 😭’

Rest in peace 💔
Wakanda forever pic.twitter.com/qv634pqxYn

— ARIELLA 💕 (Your footies 🔌) (@iamdahmmie) August 29, 2020

“Remember, the struggles along the way are only meant to shape you for your purpose” - Chadwick Boseman

RIP🕊 pic.twitter.com/J3q87cNQnA

— Amarachi Nwosu (@AmaraWorldWide) August 29, 2020

Here’s to an incredible man with immeasurable talent, who leaned into life regardless of his personal battles. You never truly know what the people around you might be going through - treat them with kindness and cherish every minute you have together. RIP #ChadwickBoseman pic.twitter.com/NaNC5GKuut

— Halle Berry (@halleberry) August 29, 2020

Chadwick.....no words to express my devastation of losing you. Your talent, your spirit, your heart, your authenticity........It was an honor working beside you, getting to know you....Rest well prince...May flights of angels sing thee to thy heavenly rest. I love you! 💛💛💛 pic.twitter.com/6abglPBOsh

— Viola Davis (@violadavis) August 29, 2020