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7 hours ago
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Mother Gives More Insight After His Tragic Death
Nearly three weeks after "The Cosby Show" star 's untimely passing, his mother, Pamela Warner, is opening up for the first time, remembering her son's extraordinary life and offering reassurance to grieving fans that 'he did not suffer' in his final moments. The beloved actor tragically drowned on July 20 during a family trip to Costa Rica. Authorities ruled his cause of death as asphyxiation by submersion after Warner was caught in a rip current while swimming with his eight-year-old daughter along the country's Caribbean coast. While Malcolm-Jamal Warner's daughter survived, conflicting accounts of the heartbreaking incident have fueled lingering questions. Pamela Warner Honors Late Son Malcolm-Jamal Warner On Wednesday, Pamela launched a new Instagram account in his honor, sharing a touching photo of her son and expressing gratitude for the love that has poured in since his death. 'Thank you to everyone who has reached out over the last few weeks. Your outpouring of love and kindness has been immeasurable, and deeply appreciated,' she wrote, before describing Malcolm as 'a kind, loving man with a huge heart for humanity' and revealed his most recent mission in life was helping others realize their 'inner strength' so they could 'succeed, accomplish, and transform.' Warner's creative passions extended beyond acting. He was a poet and musician who formed the band Miles Long, releasing four albums, earning two Grammy nominations, and winning one. Pamela said her son 'left an indelible mark on the world and on countless hearts,' adding that 'all who met him, however briefly, were better for the encounter.' Read Her Full Statement In her closing message, Pamela addressed the many fans and loved ones struggling with the loss: 'For those of you who are at a loss… ache for his presence or just to hear his voice one more time… be comforted that he was at peace and, more importantly, he did not suffer.' After Pamela Warner's emotional Instagram tribute to her late son, the comments section quickly became a space of shared grief and heartfelt memories. Friends, fans, and fellow actors poured in their condolences, each one honoring Malcolm-Jamal Warner's legacy in their own way. Yvette Nicole Brown And More Honor Malcolm-Jamal Warner With Heartfelt Messages Actress wrote a touching message, thanking Pamela for 'creating and sharing this page and your amazing son with the world,' adding, 'I speak for so many when I say we can't even FATHOM the profound loss you, his father, his wife, and dear daughter are feeling… Those of us who are fans or were blessed to call him friend will never be the same.' Jessica Miesel praised the late star's impact on those around him, recalling his 'kindness, humor, strength, elegance, talent, and wisdom,' while Reno Wilson kept it short but deeply personal, telling Pamela simply, 'Love you, Pam." Tracee Ellis Ross Remembers Her Co-Star As 'Warm, Gentle, Present' In the days after his sudden passing, Warner's friends and former co-stars poured out heartfelt tributes that mirrored the way he'd once described his own legacy. , who worked alongside him on "Reed Between the Lines," remembered the late actor as 'warm, gentle, present, kind, thoughtful, deep, funny, elegant,' noting in a July 21 Instagram post that he 'made the world a brighter place.' She closed her message by sending 'so much love' to Warner's family, adding, 'I'm so sorry for this unimaginable loss.' Malcolm-Jamal Warner Reflected On His Legacy Weeks Before Death Just two months before his untimely passing, Malcolm-Jamal Warner opened up about the legacy he hoped to leave behind. In what would become his final public interview on the "Hot & Bothered with Melyssa Ford" podcast, released May 21, the "Cosby Show" alum shared that more than anything, he wanted to be remembered as a good person, a quality his father often told him was his proudest achievement. Warner reflected on his decades-long career, from his breakout as Theodore Huxtable to starring roles in "Reed Between the Lines" and "The Resident," and said he hoped his work in Hollywood would have a lasting impact. But beyond the accolades, he wanted his life to serve as proof that it's possible to stay true to yourself despite life's challenges. In a world he described as full of darkness, Warner believed that maintaining your integrity and kindness was one of the most important things you could do, something he strove for both on and off screen.
Global News
11 hours ago
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mother breaks silence weeks after actor's death
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mother, Pamela Warner, has released a statement about her late son, nearly three weeks after the actor died in an accidental drowning in Costa Rica. Pamela posted a lengthy message about her son on an Instagram account dedicated to The Cosby Show actor's legacy, titled Malcolm-Jamal Warner Living Legacy. 'Needless to say our hearts are heavy with the loss of Malcolm,' she began. 'He was a kind, loving man with a huge heart for humanity. He wanted all to be aware of their inner strength and that they could succeed, accomplish and transform. This was his latest mission and work, transformation, in order for you to be fully present in your life.' Pamela said that her son was 'an exceptional husband, father, and son — a man deeply in love with life, his wife, and his daughter.' Story continues below advertisement 'He was not only my son, but also my teacher, coach, confidant, business partner, and best friend. He was the son that his father was immensely proud of and loved fiercely and unconditionally,' she added. She said that Malcolm was 'in love with the magic of being an actor, always studying and honing his craft.' 'Though he began his musical journey a little later in life, at 26, he excelled as a bassist and formed his own band, Miles Long,' she wrote. 'A poet as well as a musician, he released four albums — two Grammy-nominations and one Grammy Award. At eight years old, after his final stage performance, he declared that being on stage was what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. It became a self-fulfilling prophesy.' 6 'Malcolm left an indelible mark on the world and on countless hearts. All who met him, however briefly, were better for the encounter,' she added. Story continues below advertisement Pamela said that, as his mother, there was a lot she could say about her late son. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'For those of you who are at a loss, pained by the suddenness of his departure, ache for his presence or just to hear his voice one more time, to see his beatific smile one more time, be comforted that he was at peace and more importantly, he did not suffer,' she wrote. 'Malcolm was birthed through water and he transitioned through water. He departed as he arrived, through water. This was his time. His mission on earth had been completed.' She encouraged friends, family and fans to 'hold close to whatever part of Malcolm's life that touched yours.' 'In keeping it near, you keep his spirit alive — nourishing you with the peace, love, joy, and light that embodied Malcolm-Jamal Warner,' she concluded. 0:28 Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 'Cosby Show' star, dead at age 54 Malcolm, an '80s and '90s television star best-known for playing the role of Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died at the age of 54 on July 20. Story continues below advertisement The actor drowned while on a family vacation in Costa Rica, Costa Rican National Police told ABC News. Authorities said his official cause of death was asphyxia, caused when the body is deprived of oxygen. He died near Playa Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, according to police, adding that the actor was swimming when he was caught by a high current in the water. His body was found on the same day. '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. Story continues below advertisement Following news of his death, tributes poured in from many celebrities, including his Cosby Show co-star Bill Cosby, Malcolm & Eddie co-star Eddie Griffin and his Reed Between The Lines on-screen wife, Tracee Ellis Ross.
2 days ago
- Entertainment
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mother launches memorial project weeks after actor's death
Pamela Warner is honoring her late son, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, with a new social media project aimed at keeping his life's work alive. On Aug. 6, she introduced the Malcolm-Jamal Warner Living Legacy Instagram page, calling it the "official account" dedicated to celebrating the Emmy-nominated actor. In her first post, Pamela shared her plans to highlight projects and causes connected to her son's passions, inviting fans to "stay connected" in the months ahead. Two days later, she followed with an emotional reflection on Warner's life, describing him as "a kind, loving man" whose greatest mission was helping others realize their own strength. She remembered him not only as an accomplished performer but also as a devoted husband, father and son, as well as her confidant and closest friend. Pamela spoke about his artistic journey, from declaring at eight years old that he wanted to be on stage forever, to his later success as a musician with his band, Miles Long. His four albums, including two Grammy-nominated projects and one Grammy win, were just one part of a career. Warner, who became a household name playing Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," died on July 20 at age 54. According to Costa Rican authorities, he drowned while swimming near Cocles Beach with his 8-year-old daughter after being caught in a rip current. In her tribute, Pamela reassured friends and fans that her son "did not suffer," adding that his passing felt like a return to where his life began. "Hold onto whatever part of Malcolm's life touched yours," she wrote. "In keeping it near, you keep his spirit alive."
