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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Malcolm Jamal-Warner Remembered by Tracee Ellis Ross, Eddie Griffin and More Co-Stars After Drowning Death: ‘You Made the World a Brighter Place'
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's former co-stars and industry peers have paid tribute to the late 'Cosby Show' star after he died in a drowning accident at age 54. 'I love you, Malcolm,' Tracee Ellis Ross wrote on Instagram alongside a carousel of photos of her with Warner on the press tour of the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines,' on which they played a married couple. '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.' More from Variety Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 'Cosby Show' Star, Dies at 54 Eddie Griffin, who starred alongside Warner on the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie,' posted a photo of Warner on his Instagram story with the words 'R.I.P. King' and 'My big little brother,' with prayer and heart emojis. Niecy Nash also posted a photo with Warner on Instagram, writing, 'My God, we just spoke. You were giving my my flowers for my work in [FX's 'Grotesquerie'] and we talked about how happy we both were in our marriages. Damn friend. You were cornerstone of The Cosby Show. We all loved Theo! Never to be forgotten. You will be missed. Rest Easy.' Marlee Matlin wrote on Instagram, '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 the same company with him … My heart goes out to his family and friends.' A statement from Fox Entertainment read, '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.' Warner starred on the Fox medical drama series 'The Resident' as AJ Austin. Ashley Jones posted a photo from the set of 'The Resident,' writing, 'Malcolm. It was only about an 8 day stretch I got to hang and work with you on set. I was a big fan, but you were a friend. You were the real deal. Talked about your wife and daughter, your music, your poetry. We talked about my son and some hard life stuff I was going through… you were inspiring. Encouraged me to keep directing. Keep challenging myself. It was an honor — and I pray your family is comforted. Your legacy will live on. Rest easy in God's hands.' Warner, who played Theodore Huxtable on all eight seasons of 'The Cosby Show,' died of asphyxia while on a family vacation in Costa Rica. He reportedly was caught in a high current while swimming in the ocean, and he drowned. His body was identified by Costa Rica's national police on Sunday. Playing the son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, Warner was a young icon of 1980s television. He went on to have a successful acting career into his adult life, and he also dabbled in the music industry, directing music videos and scoring a Grammy as a featured artist on a Robert Glasper song. Warner starred on the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' opposite Griffin, and he also led the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines.' His other roles included AJ Austin on 'The Resident,' Sticky on 'Sons of Anarchy' and Al Cowlings on 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story.' Warner had guest spots on shows like 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' 'Grown-ish' and 'Community,' and he played the voice role of the Producer on PBS Kids' 'The Magic School Bus,' which he also executive produced. Warner is survived by his wife and daughter. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tracee Ellis Ross (@traceeellisross) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Niecy Nash (@niecynash1) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marlee Matlin (@themarleematlin) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Jones (@ashleyaubra) Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Malcolm-Jamal Warner Remembered By Eddie Griffin, Tracee Ellis Ross, Niecy Nash-Betts & More: 'You Made The World A Better Place'
The news Monday of the death of The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner hit Hollywood hard, with several of his onetime co-stars and collaborators across his five-decade career reacting to the news. Warner died Monday of an accidental drowning in Costa Rica at age 54. More from Deadline Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies: 'The Cosby Show' & 'The Resident' Actor Was At 54 'Alert: Missing Persons Unit' Trailer: First Look At Malcolm-Jamal Warner As MPU's Chief Inspector Malcolm-Jamal Warner & Megalyn Echikunwoke Join Season 3 Of 'Alert: Missing Persons Unit' 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. Scroll down for reactions. '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 — 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 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 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. 🙏🏾🥀🕊️ — KEN™ (@TheeKENLAURENCE) July 21, 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tracee Ellis Ross (@traceeellisross) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Niecy Nash (@niecynash1) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Jones (@ashleyaubra) Best of Deadline 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries Streamer Subscription Prices And Tiers – Everything To Know As Costs Rise And Ads Abound (Hello, Peacock) - Update 'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
The Independent
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Tracee Ellis Ross, Jennifer Hudson, Magic Johnson and more react to death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner
The death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner at just 54 was mourned by fans and admirers of the actor, who played the only son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable on the landmark series 'The Cosby Show' from 1984 to 1992 and also starred on the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' with Eddie Griffin. Warner died Sunday in an accidental drowning at a Costa Rica beach, authorities there said Monday. Actor Tracee Ellis Ross, who later played Warner's wife in the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines,' wrote that her 'heart is so, so sad.' Magic Johnson said, 'Every time I ran into Malcolm, we would have deep and fun conversations about basketball, life and business.' Jennifer Hudson says she is 'truly heartbroken' and Marlee Matlin called him 'the nicest guy.' Some reactions from fans and peers: Tracee Ellis Ross '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. — via Instagram Eddie Griffin 'My Heart is heavy right now... Rest easy my Brother for you have Won in Life and now you've won forever eternal bliss.' — via Instagram Jennifer Hudson 'Devastated by this news. Truly heartbroken! Rest well, king.' — on X Magic Johnson '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. — on X Marlee Matlin '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. — on X. NAACP " #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. — on X Fox '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.' — in a statement The Martin Luther King Jr. Center 'Malcolm was a brilliant, multi-faceted artist and an inspiring giver. We are grateful for his love for #TheKingCenter and the King legacy. And for the ways he showed his support, including as co-host of our 2023 Beloved Community Awards... Our thoughts and prayers are with Malcolm's family during this very difficult time.' — on X
Associated Press
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Tracee Ellis Ross, Jennifer Hudson, Magic Johnson and more react to death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner
The death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner at just 54 was mourned by fans and admirers of the actor, who played the only son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable on the landmark series 'The Cosby Show' from 1984 to 1992 and also starred on the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' with Eddie Griffin. Warner died Sunday in an accidental drowning at a Costa Rica beach, authorities there said Monday. Actor Tracee Ellis Ross, who later played Warner's wife in the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines,' wrote that her 'heart is so, so sad.' Magic Johnson said, 'Every time I ran into Malcolm, we would have deep and fun conversations about basketball, life and business.' Jennifer Hudson says she is 'truly heartbroken' and Marlee Matlin called him 'the nicest guy.' Some reactions from fans and peers: Tracee Ellis Ross '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. — via Instagram Eddie Griffin 'My Heart is heavy right now... Rest easy my Brother for you have Won in Life and now you've won forever eternal bliss.' — via Instagram Jennifer Hudson 'Devastated by this news. Truly heartbroken! Rest well, king.' — on X Magic Johnson '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. — on X Marlee Matlin '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. — on X. NAACP ' #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. — on X Fox '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.' — in a statement The Martin Luther King Jr. Center 'Malcolm was a brilliant, multi-faceted artist and an inspiring giver. We are grateful for his love for #TheKingCenter and the King legacy. And for the ways he showed his support, including as co-host of our 2023 Beloved Community Awards... Our thoughts and prayers are with Malcolm's family during this very difficult time.' — on X
Al Arabiya
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Arabiya
Tracee Ellis Ross, Jennifer Hudson, Magic Johnson and More React to Death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Fans and admirers are mourning the death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who passed away at 54. He was known for playing Cliff Huxtable's only son, Theo, on the series 'The Cosby Show' from 1984 to 1992, and for starring on the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' with Eddie Griffin. Warner died Sunday in an accidental drowning at a Costa Rica beach, authorities there said Monday. Actress Tracee Ellis Ross, who later played Warner's wife in the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines,' wrote that her 'heart is so so sad.' Magic Johnson said, 'Every time I ran into Malcolm, we would have deep and fun conversations about basketball, life, and business.' Jennifer Hudson says she is 'truly heartbroken,' and Marlee Matlin called him 'the nicest guy.' Some reactions from fans and peers: Tracee Ellis Ross: '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' – via Instagram. Eddie Griffin: 'My Heart is heavy right now... Rest easy, my Brother, for you have Won in Life, and now you've won forever eternal bliss' – via Instagram. Jennifer Hudson: 'Devastated by this news. Truly heartbroken! Rest well, king' – on X. Magic Johnson: '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' – on X. Marlee Matlin: '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 director's panel along with Howard Gordon and Michael Chiklis. My heart goes out to his family and friends' – on X. NAACP: '#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' – on X. Fox: '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' – in a statement. The Martin Luther King Jr. Center: 'Malcolm was a brilliant multi-faceted artist and an inspiring giver. We are grateful for his love for #TheKingCenter and the King legacy and for the ways he showed his support, including as co-host of our 2023 Beloved Community Awards... Our thoughts and prayers are with Malcolm's family during this very difficult time' – on X.
