How rich was Malcolm-Jamal Warner? Inside the late actor's career earnings and net worth
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show , tragically passed away on Sunday, July 20, at the age of 54 due to an accidental drowning while on vacation in Costa Rica.According to a report by ABC, citing the Costa Rican National Police, the official cause of death for Warner was asphyxia. The actor passed away near Cocles, a beach in Limón, Costa Rica.Police stated that he was caught in a strong current in the water and was discovered on Sunday afternoon. Costa Rica's national police have formally identified Warner.As fans and the entertainment industry mourn his loss, many are also reflecting on the legacy he leaves behind, including the financial success he built through a multi-decade career in television, music, and directing.At the time of his death, Malcolm-Jamal Warner's net worth was estimated somewhere between $6 million and $14 million. According to Celebrity Net Worth, he was worth $6 million, while The Richest reported his wealth at $14 million.Another platform, IAmGoldPanda, pegged his 2024 net worth at $12 million.Warner earned the bulk of his income from acting, most notably as a regular cast member on The Cosby Show from 1984 to 1992.He reportedly earned a significant salary per episode during that time, though exact figures from that era remain private. He later starred in Malcolm & Eddie, Reed Between the Lines, and had recurring roles in acclaimed dramas like American Crime Story, The Resident, and Sons of Anarchy.Warner's income wasn't limited to acting alone. He was also a television director, voice actor, and spoken word artist. He directed episodes of shows like Kenan & Kel, All That, and his series Malcolm & Eddie.He also voiced "The Producer" in The Magic School Bus and performed regularly with his jazz-funk band Miles Long.Over the years, he was nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards and earned industry recognition not only for his comedic timing but also for his socially conscious projects, like the 1992 educational video Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS, and You.
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