Malcolm-Jamal Warner Remembered By Eddie Griffin, Tracee Ellis Ross, Niecy Nash-Betts & More: 'You Made The World A Better Place'
Warner died Monday of an accidental drowning in Costa Rica at age 54.
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The actor became a household name playing Theo Huxtable on NBC's The Cosby Show, on which he starred for eight seasons and picked up an Emmy nomination in 1996. Later, his credits included starring alongside Eddie Griffin in Malcom & Eddie and more recently Fox's The Resident, along with series like Showtime's Jeremiah and BET's Reed Between the Lines with co-star Tracee Ellis Ross.
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'Everyone at Fox is heartbroken by the tragic loss of our friend and colleague, the extraordinary Malcolm-Jamal Warner. While his iconic roles – from comedic to dramatic – are unforgettable and timeless, Malcolm will be remembered most for his warmth, kind heart and the lasting impact he had on his friends, family and fans everywhere. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones,' shared the network where Warner starred in The Resident for 6 seasons and an episode of Accused.
#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 pic.twitter.com/y3zOBZqR3F
— 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. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/dZ5XSKhHAW
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) 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. pic.twitter.com/D0QKMpFTIZ
— MAXWELL (@_MAXWELL_) July 21, 2025
I had the pleasure of working w/ Malcolm Jamal-Warner, when I was the lead-tailor for 'The Resident'. He wasn't just an actor to me. He represented legacy. A pioneer in Black storytelling. A cultural icon. May his soul rest peacefully and in power for eternity. 🙏🏾🥀🕊️ https://t.co/cNOVVEFeN0
— KEN™ (@TheeKENLAURENCE) July 21, 2025
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