Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 54 in accidental drowning while on vacation in Costa Rica
, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the iconic sitcom
The Cosby Show
, has died at the age of 54. TMZ first reported his death, and it was later confirmed by People magazine.
According to People, Warner drowned while swimming during a family vacation in Costa Rica. Details surrounding the incident remain limited, and Warner's representatives have not yet issued an official statement. The Independent reports that they have contacted Warner's team for comment.
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Who was Malcolm-Jamal Warner?
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Warner rose to national fame in the 1980s, portraying the only son of Cliff Huxtable on The Cosby Show, which ran for eight seasons from 1984 to 1992. At just 14, Warner was handpicked by
Bill Cosby
for the role after auditioning on the final day of NBC's national casting search.
For his performance, he earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
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After The Cosby Show, Warner starred in the UPN sitcom Malcolm & Eddie alongside Eddie Griffin, which aired from 1996 to 2000.
His career spanned decades and included roles in Reed Between the Lines (BET), Sons of Anarchy (FX), and Jeremiah (Showtime). He also made guest appearances on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Community, and voiced a character in The Magic School Bus.
Outside of acting, Warner was a talented director, helming music videos for New Edition and Special Ed, as well as episodes of The Cosby Show, Kenan & Kel, and the educational special Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS, and You, featuring Magic Johnson and Arsenio Hall.
Born in New Jersey, Warner's early passion for performance led him to a performing arts school in New York City, setting the stage for a career that left a lasting imprint on
American television
.
Warner's legacy lives on in the hearts of fans who grew up with his work and admired his creative range across generations.
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How did Malcolm-Jamal Warner die?
Malcolm-Jamal Warner reportedly died in an
accidental drowning
while on a family vacation in Costa Rica. According to People magazine, he was swimming when the tragic incident occurred. His death was first reported by TMZ and later confirmed by a source to People.
Was Malcolm-Jamal Warner married and who is his wife?
Yes. Warner is reportedly married and has kept his spouse's identity private. According to his Wikipedia page, 'He is married with a daughter. He has not disclosed his wife's or their child's names publicly, citing privacy concerns'. A 2023 profile from Legit.ng notes that he quietly tied the knot between 2016 and 2017, and his wife is 'an attorney in Bridgeport, Connecticut'.
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