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Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Cause of Death Revealed After Costa Rica Drowning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who drowned on Sunday while on vacation with his family in Costa Rica, died of asphyxia, ABC News reported. Newsweek reached out to Warner's representative via email for comment on Tuesday. The Context Warner, 54, skyrocketed to fame on The Cosby Show in the 1980s. He played Theodore "Theo" Huxtable, the only son of Bill Cosby's character, Heathcliff Huxtable, from 1984 to 1992. His time on the hit sitcom earned him an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 1986. In addition to The Cosby Show, Warner's well-known credits include Malcolm & Eddie, which he starred in from 1996 to 2000. He was also a fixture on Reed Between the Lines, alongside Tracee Ellis Ross, from 2011 to 2015. Malcolm-Jamal Warner attends SCAD aTVfest 2020 - In Conversation With Malcolm-Jamal Warner on February 29, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia. Malcolm-Jamal Warner attends SCAD aTVfest 2020 - In Conversation With Malcolm-Jamal Warner on February 29, 2020 in Atlanta, SCAD aTVfest 2020 What To Know The Costa Rican National Police shared Warner's official cause of death as asphyxia after he was caught by a rip current while swimming. In a press release sent to Newsweek, Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department said Warner died near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica. Despite bystanders pulling him to shore, where he received medical attention, he was declared dead by the Costa Rican Red Cross. What People Are Saying In an interview with ABC News following Warner's death, Bill Cosby, 88, said: "He was always a great studier, and I enjoyed working with him very much... He was very professional. He always knew his part... He always knew his lines, and he always knew where to go." The Cosby Show star Geoffrey Owens said in a statement to Deadline: "This tragedy has almost left me speechless. Malcolm was a lovely man; a sweet and sensitive soul. I respected him for many reasons, including the fact that he genuinely loved the act of creation. He had the mind of an actor and the heart of a musician. He was generous, too. I did a theater project long ago and asked him to participate; and he was there for me. My heart goes out to his family." Tracee Ellis Ross shared a tribute to her co-star 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. 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." Beyoncé posted a statement to her website, alongside a black-and-white photo of Warner: "Rest in power, Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Thanks for being a big part of our shared television history. You will be missed." Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson posted a joint statement with his wife, Cookie Johnson, 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." Boxing icon Mike Tyson wrote on X: "Sad to hear about Malcolm-Jamal Warner. RIP to someone that has filled our homes with so much joy. Another reminder tomorrow isn't promised." What Happens Next Warner is survived by his wife and daughter, whose names he never publicly disclosed.
NBC News
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Beyoncé dedicates her website to Malcolm-Jamal Warner as tributes pour in after actor's death
Beyoncé has featured a dedication to Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the "The Cosby Show" actor who died on Sunday in Costa Rica, on her personal website. On Tuesday, the homepage of featured a black and white childhood photo of Warner, accompanied by a short caption dedicated to his passing. "Rest in power, Malcolm-Jamal Warner," the website reads. "Thanks for being a big part of our shared television history. You will be missed." Warner, 54, drowned on Sunday after he was swept out to sea in Costa Rica, according to local authorities. A source close to Warner said he was on vacation with his wife and young daughter and that the incident appears to have been accidental. As of Monday night, Warner's wife is attempting to retrieve his body to the United States for a funeral, the source said. Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department said in a Monday statement that Warner was swimming at Playa Cocles in Limón province before being dragged out deeper by a current. Bystanders at the scene pulled Warner out from the water, but first responders from Costa Rica's Red Cross found him unresponsive. The Costa Rican Red Cross said in a statement that a second man was transported to a local hospital in critical condition from the "water incident." Warner starred in NBC's "The Cosby Show," which played a significant role in challenging stereotypes and increasing media visibility for Black Americans. He played the role of Theo Huxtable, Cosby's son, from 1984 to 1992. He then went on to star in several popular television series of the late 1990s and early 2000s centered on Black characters, including "Malcolm & Eddie," "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," "Keenan & Kel" and "All That." In addition to Beyoncé, news of Warner's death prompted an outpouring of grief from Hollywood and other prominent Black celebrities, including Earvin "Magic" Johnson. Tracee Ellis Ross posted an image of her and Warner on Instagram on Monday. The pair starred in the BET sitcom "Reed Between the Lines" from 2011 to 2015. "My heart is so so sad. What an actor and friend you were: warm, gentle, present, kind, thoughtful, deep, funny, elegant," she wrote. "You made the world a brighter place." Holly Robinson Peete, whose father wrote and produced "The Cosby Show," also posted an image of her with Warner on Instagram on Monday. "He was always gracious, kind, funny and gave the absolute best hugs," she wrote. "Even if you never met him — you feel like you knew him. That's how universally loved he was." Geoffrey Owens, who played Elvin Tibideaux on "The Cosby Show," said in a statement that he was "speechless" over Warner's death. "Malcolm was a lovely man; a sweet and sensitive soul. I respected him for many reasons, including the fact that he genuinely loved the act of creation," he said. "He had the mind of an actor and the heart of a musician." Beyoncé has previously dedicated her website to high-profile deaths of Black Americans. In 2023, she honored a 28-year-old gay man, O'Shae Sibley, who was dancing to her music just before being stabbed to death in Brooklyn
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'The Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner passes away at 54 after tragic drowning in Costa Rica
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for playing Theo Huxtable in the hit sitcom 'The Cosby Show', has passed away at the age of 54. The actor reportedly drowned while swimming at Playa Cocles beach in Costa Rica's Limon province on Sunday. Officials from Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department confirmed his demise on Monday. Shocking incident during a swim in Costa Rica As reported by the Associated Press, Warner was enjoying a swim in the ocean when a powerful current swept him away. Authorities said the incident took place on Sunday afternoon and confirmed that it was an accidental drowning. He was in Costa Rica at the time of the tragic incident. The heart of 'The Cosby Show' Warner became a household name thanks to his role as Theo Huxtable, the only son in the Huxtable family. 'The Cosby Show' aired from 1984 to 1992 on NBC and quickly became the most popular show in America during that time. Theo's moments on screen, from a famous argument with Cliff Huxtable (played by Bill Cosby) about money, to hiding an ear piercing from his father, made him one of the most relatable and loved characters of the show. One unforgettable episode showed Theo proudly wearing a 'designer' shirt sewn by his sister Denise (played by Lisa Bonet ), which turned out to be hilariously lopsided. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Warner appeared in all 197 episodes of the series and earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 1986. Success continued with roles in comedy and drama After his time on 'The Cosby Show', Warner continued to shine on screen. From 1996 to 2000, he starred in 'Malcolm & Eddie' alongside comedian Eddie Griffin on the UPN network. His comic timing and charm kept viewers entertained for four strong seasons. In the 2010s, he appeared with Tracee Ellis Ross in the BET sitcom 'Read Between the Lines'. He also took on the role of Al Cowlings in 'American Crime Story' and became a series regular on Fox's 'The Resident', showing his range across genres. On the big screen, Warner featured in the romantic comedy 'Fool's Gold' in 2008, alongside stars Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson . A man of many talents Warner was not just an actor. He was also a poet and musician with a love for expressive art. He won a Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Performance and was nominated for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album for his project titled 'Hiding in Plain View'. His work in poetry and music showed another side of his creativity and connected him with audiences beyond television and film.
NBC News
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, actor best known as Theo on 'The Cosby Show,' dies in drowning accident at 54
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for starring in "The Cosby Show," has died. He was 54. Warner accidentally drowned in Costa Rica, according to authorities there. Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department said Monday that Warner drowned Sunday afternoon on a beach on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. He was swimming at Playa Cocles in Limon province when a current pulled him deeper into the ocean. 'He was rescued by people on the beach,' the department's initial report said, but first responders from Costa Rica's Red Cross found him without vital signs and he was taken to the morgue. Warner first rose to prominence for his role as Theo Huxtable, Bill Cosby's fictional son, in "The Cosby Show," which ran for eight seasons on NBC from 1984 to the early 90s. He was nominated for an Emmy for outstanding supporting actor for the role. The New Jersey native went on to star in "Malcolm & Eddie" opposite Eddie Griffin, and tried his hand at directing, according to his IMDB profile. His director credcites include episodes of "The Cosby Show," "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," "Keenan & Kel," and "All That." Warner also starred in films, including "Fools Gold" in 2008 with Matthew McConaughey, and "Drop Zone" in 1994 with Wesley Snipes. "The Magic School Bus" fans might also recognize Warner as the voice of the show's host, "The Producer." Besides acting and directing, Warner was a bass player. In 2015, he won a Grammy for the best traditional R&B performance as a featured performer for his work on Robert Glasper's "Jesus Children." He's also taken his talents to off-Broadway plays, starring in multiple plays, including "Cryin' Shame," for which he won the NAACP Theater Award for best supporting actor.
