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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Doctor who tried to rescue Malcolm-Jamal Warner breaks silence
The doctor who tried to save the late Malcolm-Jamal Warner from 'rough' waters in Costa Rica last weekend has broken their silence. The 'Cosby Show' star, 54, died by drowning last Sunday after he and his 8-year-old daughter got caught in a riptide, the latter of whom was rescued by a bystander. His death was ruled accidental and the cause was confirmed as asphyxiation by submersion. 'There were very few people on the beach, and the sea was rough,' the vacationing doctor, who requested to remain anonymous, told Us Weekly, adding they were about 660 feet (200 meters) away at the time they heard people crying for help. 'I ran to the area and entered the sea with my surfboard, heading into the rip current toward the person being pointed at by some beachgoers. After a few minutes, I saw a shadow, dove down and pulled the person out.' He spotted another good Samaritan, who'd tried to assist 'without any rescue equipment,' lying on the shore and trying to breathe. 'Immediately, [first responders] began providing first aid to Malcolm, but he had no vital signs,' said the doctor. 'Two tourists ran over to help. They identified themselves as doctors, making a total of three physicians at the scene.' A defibrillator was among the resuscitation efforts employed to save the beloved actor, to no avail. 'The people who take part in this kind of rescue are always deeply affected,' said the doctor. 'You have to understand it's not easy, and it also takes time to heal.' The Caribbean Guard previously confirmed that at the time of Warner's death, no lifeguard was on duty at Playa Grande, 'one of our most challenging beaches.' 'It's a beach known by local surfers and there are signs (in English and Spanish) that warn of the danger of death by drowning,' continued the statement.
IOL News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
More details emerge about the moments leading up to Malcolm-Jamal Warner's drowning
Malcolm-Jamal Warner tragically died at the age of 54 after drowning on Sunday whilst on holiday in Costa Rica Malcolm-Jamal Warner was swimming with his eight-year-old daughter when he drowned. The Cosby Show star tragically died at the age of 54 after drowning on Sunday whilst on holiday in Costa Rica and it has now been revealed that he was in the water with his daughter - whose name has not been made public - when the incident occurred. Police have told ABC News that surfers attempted to save Malcolm and his daughter after the pair were spotted struggling against the current. A surfer was able to save the Suits star's daughter by returning her to safety on his surfboard whilst Malcolm was pulled back to a shore by a volunteer lifeguard and another surfer. The actor - who was best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show - was given 45 minutes of CPR but was pronounced dead at the official cause of death has been declared as "asphyxation by submersion". The Caribbean Guard had revealed that there was no lifeguard on duty at the time when the tragic accident took place as they had "allocated resources" elsewhere due to "recent water incidents" at two beaches nearby.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning while swimming with 8-year-old daughter in Costa Rica
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on The Cosby Show, has died at 54 after drowning in Costa Rica on Sunday, July 21. According to local authorities, Warner had been swimming with his 8-year-old daughter when they began to struggle against the ocean's powerful currents. Nearby surfers noticed the distress and jumped in to help. Malcolm-Jamal Warner's final moments unfolded in Costa Rica's treacherous waters Lifeguard instructor Mike Geist, vice president of Caribbean Guard, told Us Weekly that Warner and a group had taken surf lessons earlier that day. Afterwards, Warner returned to the water with others, unaware of the intensifying sea conditions. Three people were successfully pulled out of danger, but Warner was still missing. A boogie boarder who had remained onshore went searching and, along with a doctor in the group, found Warner submerged. CPR was administered on the beach, but it was tragically unsuccessful. The official cause of death was ruled as asphyxia, a condition caused by the body not receiving enough oxygen. Dangerous currents, no lifeguards were the reason behind Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death? Roger Sanz, president of the Chamber of Tourism and Commerce of the Southern Caribbean, confirmed the beach Warner was at is notorious for its dangerous waves and strong currents. While some hotels warn guests, many fail to provide adequate safety details. Sanz stressed that this knowledge gap can be fatal. Geist admitted that the Caribbean Guard team was not stationed at Playa Grande that day. The patrol had shifted to another beach due to a string of recent incidents. He shared the guilt felt by the team, stating that had they been there, Warner's death might have been prevented. A preventable tragedy sparks renewed pleas for support Geist and other local officials are now urging for more funding and resources to keep beaches properly staffed and monitored. 'It is difficult to accept. We should have been there,' Geist said, adding that Warner's death is a devastating reminder of what is at stake. Warner leaves behind his wife and daughter.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Heartbreaking new details revealed in Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death
More details are emerging regarding Malcolm-Jamal Warner's tragic drowning death. The actor died this weekend after being 'caught by a high current' at Costa Rica's Playa Grande beach in Cahuita, Limón, while on a family vacation. Lifeguards were 'not present' at the time — despite patrolling there 'over the last few years' — due to a 'lack of resources,' according to the Caribbean Guard, Costa Rica's volunteer lifeguard association. In a Facebook statement shared Monday, the organization called Playa Grande a 'challenging' beach with signs in both English and Spanish warning of drowning risk. However, 'due to recent aquatic incidents in Playa Negra,' the Caribbean Guard had 'redirected resources there and to Chiquita, another iconic beach known for its strong currents.' The statement claimed that Warner's drowning 'happened very quickly,' noting, 'Although there were people on the beach who entered the water to rescue him, they did not arrive in time.' The Caribbean Guard continued, 'He was pulled from underwater without vital signs, and despite CPR maneuvers being performed on the beach, resuscitation was unsuccessful.' The Costa Rican Red Cross similarly revealed to People on Monday that three ambulances arrived at Playa Grande on Sunday after a 2:10 p.m. report about a 'water-related' incident. 'Two people were dragged by a water current at the beach' and were out by the time paramedics showed up, with Warner declared dead at the scene following CPR. As for the second individual, the unidentified man treated alongside the 54-year-old 'Cosby Show' alum is in critical condition. The Judicial Investigation Agency also confirmed to the outlet that Warner was declared 'lifeless at the scene.' News broke of Warner's drowning on Monday, hours after a woman named Kimara, appearing to be his cousin, tweeted about her heartbreak. 'My cousin died yesterday after drowning in costa rica,' she wrote via X. 'Yall pls be safe out here while traveling and doing water sports. Wear life jackets etc.' Warner is survived by a wife and daughter, whose identities he has kept private over the years. In addition to playing Theodore Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show,' the Emmy nominee is best known for his roles in 'Malcolm & Eddie, 'Reed Between the Lines' and 'The Resident.'
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was swimming with his young daughter when he drowned
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was swimming with his eight-year-old daughter when he drowned. The Cosby Show star tragically died at the age of 54 after drowning on Sunday (20.07.25) whilst on holiday in Costa Rica and it has now been revealed that he was in the water with his daughter - whose name has not been made public - when the incident occurred. Police have told ABC News that surfers attempted to save Malcolm and his daughter after the pair were spotted struggling against the current. A surfer was able to save the Suits star's daughter by returning her to safety on his surfboard whilst Malcolm was pulled back to a shore by a volunteer lifeguard and another surfer. The actor - who was best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show - was given 45 minutes of CPR but was pronounced dead at the scene. Malcolm's official cause of death has been declared as "asphyxation by submersion". The Caribbean Guard had revealed that there was no lifeguard on duty at the time when the tragic accident took place as they had "allocated resources" elsewhere due to "recent water incidents" at two beaches nearby. A Facebook post read: 'We deeply regret the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, in Playa Grande. He was swept away by a strong hangover current and died by drowning. It was all very fast and even though there were people on the beach who came in to rescue him, they didn't arrive in time. He was pulled underwater with no vital signs and despite having been provided with CPR manoeuvres on the beach, his resuscitation was unsuccessful. 'Playa Grande is one of our most challenging beaches. It's a beach known by local surfers and there are signs (in English and Spanish) that warn of the danger of death by drowning. It's a beach that the Caribbean Guard has patrolled for the last few years. [Not] this Sunday though. "Due to the recent water incidents on Playa black we have allocated resources there and on Chiquita, another beach, for its currents." The post continued: "From Caribbean Guard, association of volunteer lifeguards, we appeal to the President of the Nation, the national government, the Municipality of Talamanca and the entire Caribbean community, to continue joining efforts to minimise this problem, which is sadly rising ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. "We do everything within our power. We've saved numerous lives in recent years, and if Caribbean Guard didn't exist, drownings would count by the dozens. We do our part to minimise risks but if we don't have government help, clear public policies and strong support from local entrepreneurs, this will keep happening [sic]."
