Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for 'The Cosby Show,' passes away at 54
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, famous for his role as Theo Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show,' has tragically died at the age of 54. He drowned off the coast of Costa Rica, with the official cause of death reported as asphyxia. Warner's acting career spanned several TV shows and movies, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner spoke during the 65th GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony at Microsoft Theater on Feb. 5, 2023 in Los Angeles.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable in 'The Cosby Show,' has passed away at 54. He drowned off the coast of Costa Rica, with the official cause of death being asphyxia.
Warner was caught by a high current near Cocles beach in Limon, Costa Rica, and was discovered on a Sunday afternoon. He played Theo Huxtable for all eight seasons of 'The Cosby Show' and received an Emmy nomination for the role.
Born on Aug. 18, 1970, Warner began his acting career early and appeared in various TV shows and sitcoms over the years. He most recently starred in the Fox medical drama 'The Resident.'
In 2023, Warner shared how he landed his role in 'The Cosby Show' on 'Live with Kelly and Mark.' He mentioned being the last person to audition for the role.
Warner's impact on 'The Cosby Show' and his subsequent work in television and film earned him recognition and accolades, including a Grammy Award in 2015.
In June 2024, Warner started the podcast 'Not All Hood' with Candace Kelly, focusing on mental health in the Black community.
According to the source: ABC News.
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