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Malcolm-Jamal Warner Spent His Final Moments Swimming With His Daughter Before Tragically Drowning
Heartbreaking new details are emerging surrounding the death of "Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who drowned in Costa Rica in July 2025. Malcolm-Jamal Warner Was Swimming With His Young Daughter Before Drowning In Costa Rica According to ABC News, police told the publication that Warner, who starred in "The Cosby Show" from 1984 to 1992, was swimming with his daughter, 8, in Costa Rica when he suddenly drowned. The report further states that surfers in the area spotted Warner and his daughter in distress in the water and rushed in to offer aid. The surfers reportedly brought both Warner and his daughter to shore, where the actor, who was 54, received 45 minutes of CPR. A spokesperson from the Forensic Pathology Department later confirmed through an autopsy that Warner's cause of death was "asphyxiation by submersion," ruling it accidental. Malcolm-Jamal Warner Kept His Daughter And Wife Out Of The Spotlight The new report regarding Warner's final moments with his daughter is particularly poignant because the actor, who also went on to win a Grammy for spoken word poetry, tried his hardest to keep his immediate family out of the spotlight. During a previous appearance on the "Hot & Bothered" podcast, Warner opened up about not initially wanting to get married or have children; however, a date with his wife changed his perspective. "At some point, I was like, if I'm going to have a kid, this is the person that I would want to have it with," Warner said. "I also realized that if something happened and we weren't together romantically, she would still be the person I would want to raise a child with, co-parent with." Warner also discussed his desire to keep their identities private, saying, "I talk about my wife and daughter, but obviously I don't post them." He continued, "I talk about them because they are obviously the hugest parts of my life, the best parts of my life, the best decisions I've ever made, but I also like to keep them and their identity private." Fans Are Heartbroken Over Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Sudden Passing Warner's sudden passing has left fans struggling to come to terms with the news, resulting in an outpouring of tribute posts across the internet. One commenter wrote on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, "I cannot even believe this. I am over here SOBBING." Someone else wrote, "I think what hurts most about Malcolm-Jamal Warner is that he was a GOOD person. A good human being. You never heard anything negative about him." Another user shared an emotional post, calling Warner a "gentle giant." They added, "Today, we lost a gentle giant. A man who won our hearts not by force, but by quiet grace. From the very beginning, Malcolm-Jamal Warner reminded us that being calm, classy, sophisticated, and soulful could carry you far in life." Celebrities Share Their Emotional Reactions To The Unfortunate News And Warner's fans aren't the only ones finding the news difficult. Several of Warner's co-stars, such as Raven-Symoné, who joined the cast of "The Cosby Show" in 1989, have also shared their heartfelt tributes. In the video, Symoné, 39, can be heard sharing an emotional message about Warner over a black screen that featured the words, "I love you." "Words cannot describe the pain and the sadness and surprise that I feel with the recent loss of MJW," Symoné said. "He was the big brother, he was a beacon, he was one of the most multifaceted, talented men. So gentle, and my heart and soul and hugs, and kisses go out to his daughter and his wife, and his mother." "He gave the best advice, he gave the best hugs, and his smile will always be a huge, bright f-cking white smile in my head forever," Symoné continued. "I love you, and I know you're watching over all of us now. Bye, Malcolm." Warner's "Malcolm & Eddie" co-star, Eddie Griffin, shared a similar message in his Instagram Stories, writing, "My Big little brother." Other Celebs Join In Bill Cosby also released a message about Warner's passing through his representative, comparing the loss to the death of his own son, Ennis Cosby, who was killed in California in 1997. "This reminds me of the call I got when I was taping 'The Cosby Show' and I got a call saying that my son, Ennis, had been murdered," Cosby's rep shared. "It's just devastating."
New York Post
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Malcolm-Jamal Warner reflected on his legacy in final interview before tragic death: ‘I've had this full life'
Malcolm-Jamal Warner reflected on the legacy he hoped to leave behind in his final interview, just two months before his tragic death. Warner, who died on Sunday at the age of 54, appeared on the May 21 episode of the 'Hot & Bothered with Melyssa Ford' podcast, where he admitted that he thought about his legacy 'a lot.' 8 Warner appeared on the 'Hot & Bothered with Melyssa Ford' podcast, just two months before his death. Hot & Bothered/Youtube At the time of his death, Warner was vacationing with family in Costa Rica, where he drowned while swimming. His cause of death was ruled as asphyxiation by 'submersion.' Advertisement Costa Rican National Police told The Post that he was pulled from the water by bystanders and taken to shore but was 'declared lifeless at the scene,' according to the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ). Though he found the idea of legacy difficult to answer, Warner admitted during the podcast that 'The Cosby Show' would likely be what people remember him for most. 8 Warner played Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable, the son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, in 'The Cosby Show.' NBCUniversal via Getty Images Advertisement 'I remember my mother said to me one time that 'Mr. [Bill] Cosby gave you immortality,'' he recalled. 'So I know on one lane, there's legacy there… Those former years were always about life beyond 'Cosby.'' Warner rose to fame playing Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable, the son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable, in the NBC sitcom from 1984 to 1992. The role earned him a 1986 Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. 8 Warner's role in 'The Cosby Show' earned him a 1986 Emmy nomination. NBCUniversal via Getty Images Advertisement 'I feel like, OK, there's that legacy there, but then, because I've had this full life after that show, there's another lane of legacy that I get to leave,' Warner explained. 'And I'm still working through that.' In April 2021, Warner exclusively spoke to The Post about 'The Cosby Show' in the wake of Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction that was later overturned. 'I can understand why some people can't watch the show and enjoy it because of everything that's going on now,' he told The Post. 'But I think… there's a generation of young people who have pursued higher education or have started loving families because of the influence of that show.' 8 Malcolm-Jamal Warner in 'The Cosby Show.' NBCUniversal via Getty Images Advertisement Warner added, 'It's kind of like, you can't discount its impact on television and American culture.' After 'The Cosby Show,' Warner starred in the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' alongside Eddie Griffin from 1996 to 2000, as well as the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines' alongside Tracee Ellis Ross from 2011 to 2015. From 2018 to 2023, Warner portrayed Dr. AJ Austin in Fox's 'The Resident.' His other notable acting credits included 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' 'American Crime Story,' 'Suits' and '9-1-1.' 8 Warner starred in the BET sitcom 'Reed Between the Lines' alongside Tracee Ellis Ross. AP 8 He played Dr. AJ Austin in Fox's 'The Resident' from 2018 to 2023. Outside of acting, however, Warner said that he wanted to be remembered for being 'a good person.' 'There is part of me that I will be able to leave this earth knowing — and people knowing — that I was a good person,' he shared. Warner recalled that his father often told him that people love him because of his career and success. But, Warner added, what made his father the most proud was that his son was a decent human being. Advertisement 8 Warner wanted to be remembered for being 'a good person.' / 'I'm a good person because my dad's a good person,' he continued. 'It is possible to walk through this world — and with all of the darkness in the world — it is possible to maintain your soul and be a good person.' In the wake of his death, Ford took to Instagram to share a tribute to Warner. 'I am devastated. Words cannot convey my shock and sadness at the loss of such an incredible HUMAN,' she captioned a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos from Warner's appearance on her podcast. 'Malcolm-Jamal Warner didn't feel comfortable with the designation of the label of ICON, but that's what he was to so many of us.' Advertisement 8 Ford shared a tribute to Warner on Instagram in the wake of his death. Hot & Bothered/Youtube Ford added, 'Besides being an accomplished actor, poet, [and] musician, his most cherished role was Father and Husband. I am so heartbroken for his family that he worked so hard to protect from the glaring lights of fame. May they find comfort in the knowledge that his faith was strong, but his love for them defined him.' Warner is survived by his wife and daughter, both of whom he chose to keep private. 'Rest Easy, King,' Ford concluded.
Daily Mirror
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Cosby star Malcolm-Jamal Warner made tragic admission weeks before his sudden death at 54
The Cosby Show's Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who played the iconic Theodore Huxtable, opened up on how he hoped to be remembered just two months before his accidental death by drowning Cosby star Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 54, spoke about how he hoped to be remembered after he died, just two months before his sudden death in an accidental drowning while on vacation in Costa Rica. The Cosby Show star, who had a complex relationship with Bill Crosby, tragically drowned when a current pulled him under while he was swimming in the ocean. He was rescued by people on the beach, but was declared "lifeless at the scene". Costa Rican National Police later confirmed to ABC that the official cause of death was asphyxia. Just two months before his death, Malcolm-Jamal appeared on the Hot & Bothered podcast with Melyssa Ford, where he spoke about his legacy. He said: 'I will be able to leave this earth knowing and people knowing that I was a good person. " Adding: "My dad said to me often, 'You know people love you, and people [are] always talking about your career and your success and all of that, but what really makes me the most proud is that you are a good person.' The actor also spoke about his career and how he wished his experience in Hollywood would have a lasting impact. The actor is famous for his success in The Cosby Show, where he played Theodore Huxtable on the NBC sitcom, as well as roles in Reed Between the Lines and The Resident. Malcolm also said: "I remember my mother said to me one time that, 'Mr. Cosby gave you immortality,' so I know on one lane there's legacy there. But then, because I've had this full life after that show, there's another lane of legacy that I get to leave." Reflecting on his life, he also wanted people to learn important lessons from his experiences. He said he hoped to show people: "with all of the darkness in the world, it is possible to maintain your soul and be a good person." Following the sad news of the actor's passing, his friends and family rushed to send their tributes to the star. Tracee Ellis Ross, who starred opposite him on Reed Between the Lines, said: '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.' One fan wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: 'That man gave us one of the greatest scenes in the history of television. I cannot even believe this. I am over here SOBBING! Rest in poetry, Malcolm Jamal Warner. Another fan penned: 'I think what hurts most about Malcolm Jamal Warner is that he was a GOOD person. A good human being. You never heard anything negative about him.'
