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Malcolm-Jamal Warner Remembered by Tracee Ellis Ross, Magic Johnson, More: 'You Made the World a Brighter Place'
Tracee Ellis Ross, Magic Johnson and Niecy Nash-Betts are among the Hollywood stars mourning Malcolm-Jamal Warner after news broke Monday that he died. Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died from an accidental drowning off the coast of Costa Rica on Sunday, the Costa Rican National Police told multiple media outlets, including ABC News. He was 54. More from The Hollywood Reporter Wanda Sykes Urges Protection of Trans Community Amid Political Attacks: "That's Our Fight" Watch The Hollywood Reporter's Full, Uncensored Drama Actress Roundtable 'Black Mirror' Season 7 Trailer and Episodic Details Revealed Tracee Ellis Ross, who starred alongside Warner in Reed Between the Lines on BET, shared a carousel of photos of her and Warner on Instagram. 'I love you, Malcolm. First I met you as Theo with the rest of the world then you were my first TV husband,' she wrote in the caption. 'My heart is so so sad. What an actor and friend you were: warm, gentle, present, kind, thoughtful, deep, funny, elegant. You made the world a brighter place. Sending so much love to your family. I'm so sorry for this unimaginable loss.' Niecy Nash-Betts also took to Instagram to remember Warner, writing alongside a photo of the two of them that they 'just spoke.' 'You were giving my my flowers for my work in @grotesqueriefx and we talked about how happy we both were in our marriages. Damn friend,' she said. 'You were cornerstone of The Cosby Show. We all loved Theo! Never to be forgotten. You will be missed. Rest Easy' Magic Johnson, who appeared in an AIDS awareness video Warner directed, wrote on X, 'Cookie and I are sad to hear about the passing of our dear friend Malcolm-Jamal Warner. We were both super fans of the hit Cosby Show and continued to follow his career on shows like Malcolm and Eddie and The Resident. Every time I ran into Malcolm, we would have deep and fun conversations about basketball, life, and business. He will truly be missed. Cookie and I are praying his family and close friends during this difficult time.' Other high-profile figures remembering Warner include Ben Crump, Atlanta Senator Raphael Warnock and musician Maxwell. Read on to see what Hollywood is saying about Warner. #RestinPower to NAACP Image Award winning actor, Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Your talent and spirit touched many lives, and your legacy will continue to inspire. Thank you for the memories and the impact you made in the world of entertainment — NAACP (@NAACP) July 21, 2025 Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his role as Theo on The Cosby Show, has died at age 54. From Emmy-nominated actor to Grammy-nominated poet, he gave us decades of art, truth, and talent. His voice, on screen and in verse, will be deeply missed. Rest in power. 🕊️ — Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) July 21, 2025 I am so sad to read of the untimely passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner. He was the nicest guy and it was a privilege to have been in same company with him, sharing a directors' panel along with Howard Gordon and Michael chiklis. My heart goes out to his family and friends. RIP… — Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) July 21, 2025 BREAKING: Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his iconic role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. He was 54–Condolences to his family. 🕊️ — BET (@BET) July 21, 2025 Malcolm-Jamal Warner (1970-2025): — Michael Beschloss (@BeschlossDC) July 21, 2025 This one hurts! 💔We're deeply saddened to share that Malcolm‑Jamal Warner, Emmy-nominated for his iconic portrayal of Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has passed away at creativity and depth resonated with generations — a true legacy, both on and off-screen. — Bounce (@bouncetv) July 21, 2025 Rest in Peace to Malcolm Jamal Warner… such an important part of my youth. Sending my condolences and prayers to his family and friends. — Jaime Harrison (@harrisonjaime) July 21, 2025 This one just hits different…. #RIPTheo#MalcolmJamalWarner — Laura Coates (@thelauracoates) July 21, 2025 We are deeply saddened to learn of Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death. Warner was a talented actor ('The Cosby Show', 'Sons of Anarchy') & a champion for Black mental health. Condolences to his wife & daughter. May he #RIP.#SagAftraMember since 1982 — SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) July 21, 2025 For me and so many in my generation, Malcolm-Jamal Warner was a part of our childhood, a brother whose character 'Theo' felt like one of my own. May God grant peace to his soul, strength and grace to his grieving family. 🙏🏾 — Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (@SenatorWarnock) July 21, 2025 Learned the power of quiet grind from you—A true pro,Charisma and talent beyond this world.A pure, good chasing your easy, Malcolm-Jamal Warner — Amin Joseph (@Amin_Joseph) July 21, 2025 i remember meeting u and not believing that 'theo' himself was aware of me. the black representation of our greatest variation. this is devastating my prayers and well wishes to your loved ones. rest in peace malcolm. — MAXWELL (@_MAXWELL_) July 21, 2025 Best of The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Harvey Weinstein's "Jane Doe 1" Victim Reveals Identity: "I'm Tired of Hiding" 'Awards Chatter' Podcast: 'Sopranos' Creator David Chase Finally Reveals What Happened to Tony (Exclusive)
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01-07-2025
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Niecy Nash-Betts calls out Colman Domingo for wearing yellow to officiate her wedding: 'You look like a fool!'
Niecy Nash-Betts still hasn't forgiven her pal Colman Domingo for the outfit he wore while officiating her 2020 wedding to wife Jessica Betts. While cohosting Today With Jenna & Friends on Tuesday, the All's Fair actress revealed that she still has a 'grudge' against Domingo for the eye-catching black and yellow ensemble he chose to sport on her big day. 'I married the greatest love of my life in my backyard with 24 people, and guess who my officiant was?' Betts asked Jenna Bush Hager. 'None other than the Colman Domingo.' A snapshot of the couple's backyard ceremony was then featured onscreen with the Oscar-nominated Sing Sing star standing behind them at the altar. 'There's Colman!' She pointed out. 'Now, I have a grudge against him, because I don't know what he's wearing. And I never forgave him for that. I'm like, it's a wedding!' Peep the outfit yourself below, captured by photographer Robert Ector, creator of the art book Details: City Streets Are the Real Runways. Hager requested that the Today team zoom in to the photo so that she could get a proper look at Domingo's outfit, which was comprised of a black and yellow suit, a checkered top, and white sneakers. 'He just looked like a beautiful bumblebee, but I said not for… you're my officiant!' Betts said. 'You don't got black slacks laying around? It just made me so upset.' And she made her displeasure over his look known at the ceremony. 'I said, 'You look like a fool! What do you have on? What are you wearing?'' Betts recalled, slowly dissolving into laughter along the way. 'And now he's a fashion guru! How come that didn't happen before my wedding, you know?' Making a heart with her hands, she continued, 'But I love him. I love you, Colman!' Prior to tying the knot with Jessica, Betts was previously married to Don Nash from 1994 to 2007 and Jay Tucker from 2011 to 2020. She explained on Today that she didn't meet her 'soulmate,' however, until she was was introduced to her now-wife. 'See the first two times I was married, I was married to men and now I'm married to a woman,' Betts explained. 'And I don't think it's about the gender that makes it special. It's just… I met my soulmate, you know what I mean? I met my soulmate. I wasn't living a sexually repressed life where I'm like, 'Oh my God, I really want to be married to a woman!' No. I just met the most beautiful soul.' Entertainment Weekly The Reno 911 star added that she 'never thought' she'd be a member of the LGBTQ+ community. 'I was adjacent. I was an ally, but now I'm a card-carrying member,' Betts declared. 'And here's the problem with it: I didn't get a package. I didn't get a manual. I didn't get a toaster, a gift. My friends — I have friends in the community! I thought there was gonna be a parade outside of my house. I got nothing, guys! Nothing! But now I'm in all the Pride parades.' Today airs weekdays on NBC. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
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08-06-2025
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Wanda Sykes Urges Protection of Trans Community Amid Political Attacks: 'That's Our Fight'
Pride and power took center stage at the second annual Critics Choice Association Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television, where a diverse slate of performers — including Niecy Nash-Betts, Wanda Sykes, Bowen Yang, Liv Hewson and Tramell Tillman — were recognized for their standout contributions to film and television. Held Friday evening at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, the event honored over a dozen artists whose work has helped to expand representation, deepen storytelling and bring visibility to a wide range of LGBTQ+ experiences. Throughout the night, honorees reflected on their journeys, the significance of their characters and the value of creative freedom. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'American Psycho' Director Mary Harron Is Surprised by Movie's Lingering Relevance What Sold Gerard Butler on Reprising His Role in the Live-Action 'How to Train Your Dragon' Jane Rosenthal Champions Female and Nonbinary Filmmakers When the "Very Act of Us Speaking Up Feels Risky" at Chanel Tribeca Festival Luncheon In an uproarious and heartfelt speech, Emmy-winning actress Niecy Nash-Betts accepted the Groundbreaker Award for her work in FX's Grotesquerie, reflecting on a career that's redefined what leading ladies look and sound like. She brought the house down with a speech that was equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. 'I want to thank the utmost high for this divine queer moment,' Nash-Betts began, recalling her childhood dream. 'When I was five, I said, 'I want to be Black, fabulous and on TV.'' She went on to share a humorous nod to her real-life love story with wife Jessica Betts, saying, 'Fast forward, I went to eat crabs with the most beautiful soul I've ever met, and my clothes fell off. And here we are.' 'Being a groundbreaker — it's messy, it's loud,' she continued. 'Sometimes you're breaking it with your bare hands while the world watches with arms crossed and side-eyes. But you keep going, not for the applause, but for the impact. Okay, maybe a little for the applause.' Ending her speech with a sharp, unapologetic mic-drop, Nash-Betts delivered a message to her longtime doubters: 'Google me, bitch.' Comedy icon Wanda Sykes, known for her work across stand-up, film, and TV, including The Upshaws and Black-ish, was honored for her decades-long contributions to entertainment and activism. She accepted the Career Achievement Award with her signature blend of sharp wit and heartfelt truth that has defined her decades-long career. As she took the stage, Sykes riffed through the night's list of honorees in what felt like an impromptu stand-up set, congratulating each recipient with hilarious asides and off-the-cuff commentary that had the room roaring. But between the laughs, she delivered a pointed and powerful message about the urgent need to protect the transgender community, particularly trans youth, in the face of rising legislative attacks. 'We're dealing with parents trying to save their kids' lives,' Sykes said. 'And now they're faced with governments telling doctors they can't help. That's wrong. That's our fight.' 'I believe in love. I believe in what our community stands for,' she added. 'So we have to love harder, be louder, and protect each other.' In a surprise appearance, comedian Leslie Jones lit up the room while presenting the Reality TV Award to the cast of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17, delivering a tribute that was equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply personal. 'I'm six feet tall, I'm loud, I got a big ass mouth, a big ass opinion. And I don't know if I thought that I was so attractive,' she said. 'This whole community has embraced me and made me like who I am. And I want to tell you … thank you for saving my life.' Jones ended with a powerful call to action: 'If we're not showing up for drag queens, for queer people, then what the fuck are we doing?' Yellowjackets star Liv Hewson received the Rising Star Award with a thoughtful message about representation, refusing to be boxed into gendered categories. 'I'm non-binary, and I no longer submit myself to awards that split categories by men and women,' Hewson said. 'This industry is a team sport — and so is life. Wherever we go, we're not going alone.' Recognized for his standout role in Severance, Tramell Tillman delivered a moving acceptance that underscored the emotional impact of representation. 'As a kid growing up in PG County, Maryland, I was looking for you when I didn't have the strength to stand on my own, to say my truth, and even tell anybody that I wanted to be an actor, ' he told the crowd. 'I never thought that I would be in a room full of people that reflect that mirror, that shimmer like me.' He added, 'It's one thing to be seen, but another to be heard. I hope young boys, girls, and those beyond the binary will be empowered … because I wouldn't be here if it weren't for you.' For her role in Marvel's Agatha All Along, Sasheer Zamata was honored with the Breakthrough Performance Award and reflected on how portraying a powerful witch mirrored her own personal transformation. 'It's funny — I was playing a witch regaining her power while I was on my own journey of self-discovery,' she shared. 'I came out publicly last year, baby. And they were right, it really does get better.' That spirit of humor as both resistance and survival echoed in fellow Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang, who accepted the Comedy Award with trademark wit and insight. 'While I'm very honored to be receiving this, I do think a Comedy Award is the closest thing that queer people have to a participation trophy,' he quipped. 'I've never met a non-funny queer person.' Yang spoke about the emotional mechanics of comedy within queer communities: 'We learn to be funny because it's the way we relate to each other. It's how we cope with a world that can be inhospitable.' Michael Urie brought the theme of hard-won visibility into sharp focus during his acceptance of the Trailblazer Award for his work in Shrinking. Urie reflected on his legacy role as Marc St. James in Ugly Betty, one of the earliest openly gay characters on network television, and the tension of living authentically in an industry that didn't fully accept queerness at the time. 'When I came out, I walked a trail that had already been laid by people like Christine Jorgensen, James Baldwin, Harvey Milk, Sylvia Rivera, Marsha P. Johnson, Harvey Fierstein,' Urie noted. 'I will take the label of Trailblazer — but let's be clear, the trail was there. I just cleared some brush along the way, more like a flamethrower.' He recalled the strangeness of a time when gay characters were allowed on screen, but gay actors were discouraged from living openly. 'I was told to stop taking gay roles. One was okay, but anymore would be too much. Well, I didn't take that advice.' Comedian Benito Skinner, who received the Rising Star Award for Prime Video's Overcompensating, reflected on the early spark that set him on his creative path long before he fully believed in himself. 'I remember when I was in preschool, I did a Mary Catherine Gallagher impression. It was so fucking good,' he joked. 'I wore an absolutely hideous wig and my sister's Catholic school skirt — that's also fabulous. Even through this really bad drag, my godmother, Herman, would tell me over and over, 'You have to perform one day. You're a star.'' Skinner credited his journey to people like her, those who saw something in him long before he did. 'They're the reason I'm standing here today.' Megan Stalter, who was recognized with a Breakthrough Performance Award for her scene-stealing work in Hacks, brought her signature absurdist charm to the stage while donning a crown and sash. 'I'm accepting this award for 'best gay actor of all time,'' she joked before offering a sincere plea: 'You can be Christian and gay. Being different is beautiful.' Nathan Lee Graham, honored with the Vanguard Award for Mid-Century Modern, brought elegance and fire to the stage, declaring, 'We are soldiers of love. Our weapons are joy, wit, and tenacity. Let's keep it cute, and let's keep it moving.' Additional honorees included Gideon Glick, who received the Supporting Performance Award in a Comedy Series, and Roadside Attractions co-founders Howard Cohen and Eric d'Arbeloff, who were honored with the Industry Leadership Award for their commitment to inclusive storytelling. The team behind Netflix's Will & Harper won the Documentary Award for their poignant and deeply personal trans-centered road film, while the cast of HBO's Somebody Somewhere earned the Ensemble Award for their grounded and moving portrayal of community and connection. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Harvey Weinstein's "Jane Doe 1" Victim Reveals Identity: "I'm Tired of Hiding" 'Awards Chatter' Podcast: 'Sopranos' Creator David Chase Finally Reveals What Happened to Tony (Exclusive)
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31-05-2025
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Helen Mirren Was Told to Get a Nose Job in Her 20s, But Decided Not to Because She 'Didn't Want to Be a Pretty Actress'
Helen Mirren talked to Kathy Bates, Niecy Nash-Betts, Parker Posey, Cristin Milioti and Keri Russell during the Hollywood Reporter's Drama Actress Roundtable The MobLand actress recalled being told to get a nose job or else she would "never get work" Mirren recently said there are "many, many different kinds of beauty in the world"As a young actress, Helen Mirren says she was told she would never work if she didn't get a nose job. The MobLand star, 79, reflected on beauty standards in Hollywood during a recent sit-down with Kathy Bates, Niecy Nash-Betts, Parker Posey, Cristin Milioti and Keri Russell for the Hollywood Reporter's Drama Actress Roundtable — and shared how she went on to ignore the unsolicited advice. 'I was told to have a nose job in my 20s,' Mirren told the group. 'You're kidding me," a surprised Russell, 49, said. 'Someone said, 'You'll never get work if you don't have a nose job,'" Mirren replied, adding, "I said no. I didn't want to be a pretty actress anyway. I elected to be not so pretty.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Last November, Mirren opened up about her perception of the word beauty and how she believes it has more to do with what's inside a person, during an appearance at the 2024 L'Oréal Paris Women of Worth Honoree celebration in West Hollywood, Calif. 'I've always had this issue with the word beauty because it assumes that you're looking to be beautiful in an exterior way,' she told PEOPLE exclusively. 'Of course, there are many, many different kinds of beauty in the world; it's a very broad term," Mirren continued. "Being an ambassador for a beauty products company, I always wanted to say, 'We're not trying to be beautiful, we're trying to be authentically and genuinely and happily and positively ourselves, whether that's beautiful or not.' ' Related: Helen Mirren Reveals Her Top Cannes Film Festival Tip to Make Red Carpets 'Bearable' — and It's Not About the Dress (Exclusive) The Oscar-winning actress says she appreciates the 'world of makeup and of costume and of fashion, because it's all transformative.' But there are other times when she feels like her best self. 'I think probably in a bath with a candle and a book,' she shared, adding, 'Or having a cocktail with my husband in the evening, just one!' 'Those simple moments — being out on a beautiful hillside in Scotland or in Poland or wherever I am and at one with nature,' Mirren told PEOPLE. 'I think it's when you feel yourself at ease within the natural world and simply another part of the natural world. I think that's when one feels the most authentic and at ease with yourself.' Mirren stars in Paramount+'s MobLand, which is now streaming. Read the original article on People
