This video is a tribute to Chadwick Boseman, who passed away from colon cancer at a young age. The narrator shares a personal story about being hired for a soap opera role and feeling conflicted about the stereotypical portrayal of his character. He decided to speak up and ask the producers questions about his character's background, which ultimately led to him being let go from the job. However, this experience taught him the importance of standing up for what he believes in and finding his purpose.
The narrator reflects on how this experience shaped him and how it relates to the idea that sometimes you need to face challenges and setbacks in order to find your true purpose. He also references the story of Muhammad Ali and how he was inspired by the boxer's spirit and determination.
The video ends with a message of encouragement and a call to action to support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which was a cause close to Chadwick Boseman's heart. The views and ad revenue from the video will be donated to the hospital in his honor.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The video is a tribute to Chadwick Boseman.
2. Chadwick Boseman died of colon cancer at a young age.
3. The video's views and ad revenue will go to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
4. The money from the auction of a Black Panther item will also go to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
5. Chadwick Boseman supported St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital to help children with cancer.
6. The speaker, likely an actor, landed the lead role in a professional play in their first New York audition.
7. The speaker got their first agent from that play and then landed a role in a soap opera on a major network.
8. The speaker was conflicted about playing a stereotypical role in the soap opera.
9. The speaker asked the show's producers questions about their character's background and was let go from the job the next day.
10. The speaker believes that their questions may have paved the way for a less stereotypical portrayal of a black actor in the role after them.
11. The speaker references Muhammad Ali as an inspiration and a symbol of the spirit of a fighter.
12. The speaker encourages viewers to find their purpose and not just a job or career.
13. The speaker mentions that they walked across a yard and met Muhammad Ali, who challenged them to a mock fight.