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Michael B. Jordan Reflects on Therapy Post-Black Panther Role

1/5/2026

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Michael B. Jordan, the actor, discussed therapy after portraying Erik Killmonger in the 2018 film Black Panther during an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, saying the role left a lasting impact.
He said he isolated himself from family to prepare for the role.
He reflected on Killmonger's lack of love and betrayal that shaped his anger.
Black Panther grossed $1.34 billion and won three Oscars, leading to a 2022 sequel.

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Michael B. Jordan, the actor, discussed therapy after portraying Erik Killmonger in the 2018 film Black Panther during an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, saying the role left a lasting impact.
He said he isolated himself from family to prepare for the role.
He reflected on Killmonger's lack of love and betrayal that shaped his anger.
Black Panther grossed $1.34 billion and won three Oscars, leading to a 2022 sequel.