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Metro
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Surfer 'pulled Malcolm-Jamal Warner's daughter to safety' as star drowned
Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowned on Sunday whilst swimming with his 8-year-old daughter in Costa Rica. The 54-year-old actor was pronounced dead while on a family holiday with his wife and daughter. Warner was best known for his role as Theo Huxtable in The Cosby Show, which ran through most of his early adulthood from 1984 to 1992. The police told ABC News that surfers saw the father and daughter struggling, so they dove straight in to help. One surfer was able to rescue Warner's daughter by pulling her on to his board and paddling her to shore. A volunteer lifeguard, Mike Geist, was able to pull Warner to the surface before dragging him to land to attempt resuscitation. Geist told AZ family: 'There were two doctors that were also here on vacation.' 'Between three of them, they were able to perform CPR for more than 30 minutes, probably more like 45 minutes, and unfortunately, it was not successful.' The surfers risked their own lives to help save the Suits alumni; however, it was reported yesterday that one injured surfer had been discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment 'without complications.' Local police said that Warner drowned on a beach on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast after getting pulled under by a strong current in Limon province, Playa Cocles. His cause of death has been ruled as accidental asphyxiation by submersion. Despite Warner's conscious effort to keep his private life out of the spotlight, he previously took to Instagram to share photos expressing how much he loved his only child. Back in a 2021 Instagram post, the 90's star referred to his young daughter as his and his wife's 'mini us.' The late actor also shared a wholesome family video of him dancing with his daughter back in 2023, captioned: 'Yoooo! Y'all remember this? Man, time flies! I was playing this song in the car over the weekend and my baby didn't even remember it.' He went on to say, 'We used to play it all the time when she was 1. Had to go back and find this post to show her. I'm happy to say that this beautiful song is now back in rotation.' More Trending Warner enjoyed a successful career and has previously starred in Malcom & Eddie (1996-2000) and Reed Between the Lines (2011-2015). The star also set up a podcast alongside friends: Weusi Baraka and Candace Kelley. Not All Hood was launched in May 2024 and saw the trio speak on the different facets of the black community. The podcast shared an emotional tribute on their Instagram earlier this week: 'Malcolm didn't just host the conversation. He is the conversation. And now it's on us to keep talking, keep building, and keep telling the stories that matter. Rest in power, Brother.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: South Park fans convinced Donald Trump will cancel series over 'teeny tiny' manhood MORE: Last surviving main Hogan's Heroes cast member Kenneth Washington dies aged 89 MORE: 'I lead a wondrous new TV period drama – it's a blessing'
Buzz Feed
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Celebrities React To The Tragic And Unexpected Death Of Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Heartfelt tributes have been pouring in after news broke about the tragic death of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Malcolm was pronounced dead on Sunday, July 20, after drowning in Costa Rica. He was vacationing with family when he was reportedly"dragged by a water current at the beach." His official cause of death was asphyxia and was deemed an "accidental drowning." Malcolm was 54. Malcolm was widely known for playing beloved characters like Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, Dr. AJ Austin on The Resident, and The Producer, who appeared at the end of every episode of The Magic School Bus. Malcolm is survived by a wife and daughter, whose identities he opted to keep private. The New Jersey native kicked off his career in Hollywood as a child actor and has remained booked and busy for over 40 years, so it's no surprise that so many of his peers and fans honored his legacy with sweet memories they've shared together, and kind words about who he was as a person, and the undeinable impact he's left behind. Taraji P. Henson took to Instagram to share her feelings on the loss: "This one hurt. Malcolm, we grew up with you. Thank you for the art, the wisdom, the grace you gave us!!!!! You left the world better than you found it. Rest easy, king!!!! Your legacy lives far beyond the screen." Eddie Griffin, who co-starred with Malcolm on the hit '90s sitcom Malcom & Eddie, wrote this about his friend: "My Heart is heavy today…For what the world lost was a Father a Son a Poet a Musician a Actor a Teacher a Writer a Director a Friend a Warrior that I had the pleasure of going to war with against the Hollywood machine and sometimes with each other because that's what Brothers do but the Love was and is always there. You've taught me so much and I thank you. Rest Well My Big little Brother." Tracee Ellis Ross honored her TV husband from their show Reed Between the Lines: "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." Jamie Foxx was at a loss for words: "Speechless on this one rest in power, my brother." Niecy Nash Betts sadly recalled that she just spoke to him recently: "My God we just spoke. You were giving me my flowers for my work in @grotesqueriefx 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." Legendary actor, dancer and director, Debbie Allen, guest-starred on The Cosby Show alongside her sister Phylicia Rashad, and wrote this sweet message: "Malcolm, you are so loved. Gone too soon 🥲. Thank you for the joy, creativity and hope you brought the World. We will forever speak your name." Questlove wrote two lengthy posts about seeing himself in Malcolm at a young age: "If you looked like me coming of age in the 80s, Malcom-as-Theo was a gps/lighthouse of navigating safety to adulthood. For those of us that didnt have 'examples' or 'safe environments'—I would like to think for anyone of age we used this entire show —and its offspring as life blueprints Losing the Huxtables was a painful divorce I wasn't ready for but I never once thought about the offspring of that show transitioning before I did." "Seeing myself in every episode through his shoes: like being bad at football, wanting clothes outside of my budget, hiding things from your parents (ear piercings or weed), living in a 'respectable politics' house of jazz vs 'teen music' —-pssssh Theo being instrumental to a lion's share of gen x teens to see how a sampler worked!!! Or even singalongs at a family gathering—-him dealing with dyslexia ——he even had me think I too can get by in life surviving on 'bologna & cereal' and for the first time thinking about 'what does it mean to be an adult without depending on your parents?' Alot of us only had the Huxtables to vicariously live through and I was Malcolm. Meeting him on 94 was a thrill when I first got in the biz. Mal Jam was the earliest co-signer of the Roots. He attended many a show way before the world got to know us. All that time talking about music extensively and we never got our chance to collaborate as we said we would. He was an amazing soul who always took the time out to school me and talk about his experiences in life and the business. We always traded music and playlists with each other and despite all that he went through in life he expressed ZERO cynicism or bitterness in his journey and constantly lived in the present which dictated his future——he was never the guy stuck in a glory days bubble (but always graciously obliged me when I asked a gajillion questions of 'what was it like back then?!!).' I wasn't prepared to say goodbye in this manner but here we are in 2025. Love & Strength to his family and his loved ones and all of the people his life's journey inspired. Thank you Mal Jammin On The One!" Jennifer Love Hewitt spoke on working with Malcolm on the hit procedural drama series 9-1-1: "I cannot believe this. This hurts my heart. A gentleman, an incredible talent, and we were so lucky to have him in the 9-1-1 family. Heartbroken and sending love to his family." Vivica A. Fox highlighted the "gifts" Malcolm shared with the world: "I'm stunned & saddened to hear about the passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner. Thanks for ya gifts king. #GoneTooSoon #RestInParadise #RestInPeace." Regina King, who dated Malcolm from 2011-2013 and remained friends, shared personal photos of him with this sincere note: Sherri Shepherd wrote an earnest message about her friend, who she remembered being really "grounded" and a modern-day "renaissance man." Instagram: @sherrieshepherd Lastly, Quinta Brunson Quinta Brunson / Instagram: @quintab This doesn't even begin to cover all of the people he affected throughout his life and career. I'll continue to update this as more tributes are posted.
