Malcolm-Jamal Warner dead: Cosby Show star dies aged 54 after ‘accidental drowning’

Malcolm-Jamal Warner dead: Cosby Show star dies aged 54 after ‘accidental drowning’

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According to reports, Malcolm-Jamal Warner passed away at the age of 54. The actor is best known for his role on The Cosby Show, where he received praise for his performance.

Following reports that the actor has passed away, the actor, who has a wife and daughter, has received today’s tributes. A source claims Malcolm-Jamal died as a result of an unintentional drowning, according to TMZ.

According to the Costa Rican National Police, Malcolm-Jamal drowned on Sunday off the coast of Costa Rica, and his death was declared asphyxia. He was discovered Sunday afternoon after being caught by a strong current in the water, according to police.

Theodore Huxtable was portrayed by Malcolm-Jamal on the television series The Cosby Show from 1984 to 1992. He made eight seasons of the show, and in 1986, he was given an Emmy for his performance.

Theo, played by Bill Cosby and Clair Huxtable (Phylicia Rashad), was introduced as the son of Cliff and Clair Huxtable, and the finale focused on his college graduation. His storylines included being diagnosed with dyslexia.

According to reports, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 54, passed away after hearing about it (Getty Images).

The actor is also known for his role in the 1996-2000 UPN sitcom Malcolm &amp, Eddie, which featured one of the two lead roles alongside co-star Eddie Griffin. He later portrayed Dr. Alex Reed in the two-season BET sitcom Reed Between the Lines.

Malcom-Jamal has also appeared in programs like American Horror Story: Freak Show and Dexter, Community, and Sons of Anarchy. In the first season of American Crime Story, which was later titled The People v. O. J. Simpson, he more recently portrayed Al “A. C. ” Cowlings.

Before making his first appearance on The Resident as Dr. AJ Austin, he starred as Julius Rowe on Suits from 2016 to 2017. The Fox medical drama, which premiered in 2018 and ended in 2023, featured him in all six of its six seasons.

Malcolm-Jamal is credited with producing the animated series The Magic School Bus from 1994 to 1997 in addition to his acting work. He also won the Grammy Award for his role in the song Jesus Children by Robert Glasper Experiment in 2015, winning the category for Best Traditional R&amp, B Performance.

Bill Cosby and Malcolm-Jamal Warner on the set of the Cosby Show.
The actor is best known for playing Theo Huxtable on the Cosby Show, which aired on NBCUniversal via Getty Images for the entire eight seasons.

On X, tributes have been received as a result of the news of Malcolm-Jamal’s passing. RIP to Malcolm-Jamal Warner, a gifted and unforgettable artist. Another expressed his sadness over Malcolm Jamal Warner. I finished my day.

According to a third fan, “Malcolm-Jamal Warner was not only known for acting but also one hell of a poet.” May his legacy and poetry endure forever. A second tribute read, “RIP Malcolm-Jamal Warner, a warm, welcome presence in front of and behind the camera, who has been taken from us far too soon.”

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, rest in peace, someone else said. Your legacy will continue to be a result of your efforts. Far too soon, “gone.” While another fan expressed his sadness over Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s passing, saying: “Extremely sad. What a genuine talent. For all those who knew and loved him, thoughts and prayers are in order.

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