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Los Angeles Times
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
After Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death, Red Cross says a second man survived same drowning
New details about the circumstances of 'Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death have emerged. The Red Cross in Costa Rica confirmed to The Times on Wednesday that its first responders also tended to another man in the same drowning incident that claimed Warner's life on Sunday. The patient, whose identity was not disclosed, survived the drowning. Costa Rican Red Cross said in a statement that it received an emergency report on Sunday at 2:10 p.m. of a 'water-related incident' at Playa Grande, Cahuita, Limón, involving two men who required emergency treatment. Three ambulances arrived at the beach where Red Cross personnel attended to the two men. They performed CPR and revived the unidentified swimmer. He was transported to a nearby clinic in 'critical condition,' the statement said. First responders also performed CPR on Warner, but to no avail. 'He was unfortunately declared deceased at the scene,' the statement said. The Costa Rican Red Cross also told People that 'two people were dragged by a water current at the beach,' and they were out of the water when paramedics arrived. The Red Cross statement confirms details previously shared by Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department, which told the Associated Press on Monday that first responders found Warner without vital signs and he was taken to the morgue. Warner was on vacation with his family. He was 54. Warner, an Emmy-nominated actor, was best known for starring as Theo Huxtable for eight seasons on 'The Cosby Show.' His numerous TV credits also include 'The Resident,' 'Malcolm & Eddie,' 'Sons of Anarchy,' '9-1-1' and 'Suits.' He was a director for shows 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and 'Kenan & Kel,' among others, and a Grammy-winning musician. As news of his death spread Monday, Warner's Hollywood peers, including Morris Chestnut, Tracee Ellis Ross, Viola Davis and Niecy Nash paid tribute on social media. Beyoncé also honored the actor, updating her website to include a tribute to the TV star. 'Rest in power, Malcolm-Jamal Warner,' reads the tribute, which features a black-and-white photo of the actor in his youth. 'Thanks for being a big part of our shared television history. You will be missed.'
New York Post
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Malcolm-Jamal Warner ‘could've made a lot of money' if not for Bill Cosby's scandals
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was everyone's favorite little brother as Theo Huxtable in the '80s mega-hit 'The Cosby Show.' But the star — who died tragically Monday after getting caught up in an ocean current while swimming in Costa Rica — had embarked on a life far removed from Hollywood, in Atlanta, Georgia, with wife Tenisha and their 8-year-old daughter. 'I think he decided to come to Atlanta just because it felt a bit more grounded. It felt more like a home to him,' Dashiell Smith, one of the actor's best friends and bandmates, told The Post. 11 Malcolm-Jamal Warner, his wife Tenisha and their daughter. malcolmjamalwar/Instagram Warner, 54, moved to Atlanta for his multi-season run on the Fox show 'The Resident,' playing fan favorite Dr. AJ 'The Raptor' Austin. He bought a $1.3 million, five-bedroom house in the suburb of Decatur, telling the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2023 that, 'Music and my wife and daughter keep me from losing my s–t.' Industry sources told The Post Warner had likely amassed a fortune of around $6 million. He was just 13 when he joined the 'The Cosby Show,' playing Theo Huxtable for eight seasons. It was TV's No. 1 show between 1985 and 1990. 11 Warner holds his daughter as a baby in a throwback photo. malcolmjamalwar/Instagram 11 'Music and my wife and daughter keep me from losing my s–t,' Warner said of his family. malcolmjamalwar/Instagram Stations paid a record-breaking $600 million for the rights to air reruns beginning in 1988 — a deal that generated more than $1.5 billion over two decades, according to Forbes in 2017. But in 2014, most platforms pulled the series as a backlash grew against star and creator Bill Cosby, who was facing renewed allegations of sexual misconduct. (More than 60 women accused Cosby of crimes, including rape and drug-facilitated sexual assault. He served nearly three years in jail for drugging and violating Temple University sports administrator Andrea Constand in 2004 and was released when the sentence was overturned in June 2021.) 11 Warner found fame at age 13 with 'The Cosby Show,' which became one of the biggest TV series in America. Everett Collection Warner admitted in 2023 that he and his former co-stars could be 'making a killing' had the show not been yanked — even imagining a possible reboot: 'We could have made a lot of money. 'Fuller House,' they're doing their thing.'The Conners,' man, we'd be making a killing right now.' Asked by interviewer Jemele Hill if he was 'resentful' because 'one person impacted you guys' lives and the way this show was seen,' Warner responded, 'No. Not resentment … I get how this business works, for one. And just that whole situation is so layered, man.' 'I can't defend him or his actions at all. But I also can't throw him under the bus completely … ' Warner added of Cosby. 'There is the piece of the financial hit that we all took but also it hasn't really affected my career.' 11 Warner paid $1.3 million for his home outside Atlanta, GA. Google Maps 11 Waner was in the band band Biological Misfits. Next Level Events/ Instagram Warner also revealed that he and his team had worked to set up his career 'so my life would not have to be dependent upon that show or dependent upon Theo.' Instead, the actor went on to appear in other projects, including the UPN sitcom 'Malcolm & Eddie' from 1996 to 2000, and had recurring roles in 'Suits,' 'Community' and other shows. He also played Warner portrayed Al Cowlings in 2016's 'American Crime Story: The People v O.J. Simpson.' In Atlanta, Warner played bass in the Biological Misfits jazz band alongside Smith. 'He loved to learn. He never thought that he was too big to grow … he was always one to immerse himself into his passions,' said Smith. 11 Waner (right) with one of his best friends and bandmates, Dashill Smith, who said he is 'devastated' by his death. Malcolm Jamal Warner / Instagram Warner was a 'warm, genuine, loving father and a great friend,' Smith added. 'He was very protective of his family. We formed a fantastic brotherhood and that will just be a memory I will always cherish … As you can imagine, I'm not doing so good. It's devastating.' Music promoter J. Scott Fugate recalled how Warner's family would attend the Biological Misfits' gigs, and the band performed at a coffee bar in Grant Park last month. 'I can't tell you how much he loved his little girl — and she loved him so much,' Fugate said, 'She was so full of joy watching him play, and she would dance. I've been thinking about her a lot and hoping she wasn't on the beach where this all happened.' 11 Warner was extremely close to his mom, Pam Warner. Getty Images In one of his last videos posted to social media before his death, Warner was seen wearing a flower in his hair — placed there by his daughter to celebrate her birthday. 'Just wanted to remind you, as I remind myself, that no matter what's going on there's always a reason to smile, if you just take a minute to stop and take stock, I guarantee you can find at least one reason to smile, and if for some reason you can't find a reason to smile, then that's probably the best time to be the reason for somebody else to smile,' he posted. Warner had 'no ego and never acted like a star,' said Fugate. 'He was just another musician around town. 11 Warner said he and his 'The Cosy Show' cast mates lost out on making more money after the show was pulled out of syndication following sex allegations against Bill Cosby. ©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collection 'He told me he was thankful he couldn't sing — because he knew that if he had sung as a kid and become a teen idol, now he'd be just another washed-up child star.' Warner said he met his wife through mutual friends when he was 45, and opened up about their relationship during a May 2025 appearance on the 'Hot & Bothered' podcast. 'You don't have to be in your 20s looking for your soulmate,' he said. 11 Warner with his daughter, now 8. malcolmjamalwar/Instagram Speaking of his marriage, Warner said he 'never second-guessed it.' 'We've been together almost 10 years and we have never had a fight, an argument, a raised voice or a harsh word said to one another … And it's not like we agree on everything,' he said. 'I think because we met later in life, we've just always been at a point where we have a way of communicating like adults.' 11 Warner, wearing a flower from his daughter behind his ear. malcolmjamalwar/Instagram Warner was also incredibly close to his mom, Pam Warner, His cousin Zsaneika Bass posted on Facebook that she was sure the actor is now with his late grandma Mary, adding: 'Losing our cousin Malcolm-Jamal Warner has not only shaken our family, it's touched a nation … 'Without my cousin Pam Warner, the Original Momager, there would be no Malcolm. PERIOD! She didn't just raise a son, she nurtured a LEGACY.'
The Herald Scotland
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowning: Second man in critical condition
The Costa Rican Red Cross received a report of a water-related incident that afternoon, and three ambulances were dispatched to the scene, where medical personnel attended to both men, the outlets report. The 35-year-old man's current condition is unknown. USA TODAY has reached out to the Costa Rican Red Cross for comment. Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies: Bill Cosby, Beyonce, Jamie Foxx, more pay tribute Warner, 54, was "rescued by people on the beach," an initial report by Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department said, according to The Associated Press, but first responders from Costa Rica's Red Cross found him without vital signs and he was taken to the morgue. ABC News reports police formally identified the actor. Warner's reps have declined to comment to USA TODAY. In addition to eight seasons on the hit NBC sitcom as Theo, the son of Bill Cosby's Cliff Huxtable and Phylicia Rashad's Clair Huxtable, Warner was also known for his role as Malcolm McGee in the 1990s UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and as Dr. AJ Austin on the Fox medical drama "The Resident" from 2018 to 2023. In the 2010s, Warner had notable recurring roles on the NBC comedy "Community," playing the ex of Yvette Nicole Brown's Shirley Bennett. He also portrayed the character Sticky, the vice president of motorcycle club The Grim Bastards, on FX's "Sons of Anarchy." Malcolm-Jamal Warner's notable shows and movies, from 'The Cosby Show' to 'The Resident' In the 2016 FX series "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story," Warner played Al Cowlings, a friend of O.J. Simpson who drove the infamous white Ford Bronco during the televised police chase. The "Reed Between the Lines" actor also dabbled in music and poetry, going on to win a Grammy Award for best traditional R&B performance for the song "Jesus Children" in 2015, and receiving a nomination for best spoken word poetry album for "Hiding in Plain View" in 2023. Contributing: Bryan Alexander
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Bill Cosby remembers Malcolm-Jamal Warner after actor's tragic death
Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the iconic NBC sitcom The Cosby Show, has died at the age of 54. According to Costa Rican authorities, Warner drowned on Sunday while swimming off the Caribbean coast during a family vacation. He was reportedly caught in a strong current and, despite immediate rescue efforts, could not be revived. Bill Cosby, who starred as Warner's on-screen father, Cliff Huxtable, shared a heartfelt tribute following the news of Warner's death. In an interview with ABC News, Cosby reflected on the close bond the two shared during and after the show's eight-season run from 1984 to 1992. 'He always knew his lines, he always knew where to go,' Cosby recalled. 'He was very professional and a great studier.' He added that while he played a father figure on television, his paternal relationship with Warner extended well beyond the set. 'Malcolm calls here regularly,' Cosby said. 'While I was their TV dad, I never stopped being a father to them.' Cosby also noted the emotional toll the news took on him, likening it to the loss of his own son, Ennis Cosby, who was murdered in 1997. Cosby's spokesperson, Andrew Wyatt, told People magazine that Warner and Ennis were friends in their youth, adding that the recent loss 'reminded [Cosby] of the same call he received when his son died.' Wyatt also shared that Cosby had spoken with fellow Cosby Show cast member Phylicia Rashad about Warner's passing, reminiscing about their time working together. Beyond his work on The Cosby Show, Warner built a diverse career in television and music. He earned acclaim for roles in Reed Between the Lines, The Resident, and Sons of Anarchy, and won a Grammy Award in 2015 for Best Traditional R&B Performance. In recent years, he also hosted a podcast exploring Black identity and culture. Tributes from peers including Tracee Ellis Ross and Jamie Foxx have poured in on social media following the news of Warner's death.
USA Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner: A look at memorable Theo moments from 'The Cosby Show'
The memory of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who died this week at age 54, will live on amongst his loved ones and fans of his iconic performance as Theodore "Theo" Huxtable on "The Cosby Show." Warner reportedly drowned after being caught by a high current in the water while swimming near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, on July 20. The Emmy-nominated actor's death shocked the world and resulted in a wave of tributes from the Hollywood industry. Bill Cosby, who notably played his TV dad Dr. Heathcliff Huxtable, said: "I enjoyed working with him very much." Warner was also known for his roles in the 1990s UPN sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie" and as Dr. AJ Austin on the Fox medical drama "The Resident." However, his portrayal as Theo on the 1980s trailblazing sitcom "The Cosby Show," hailed for shattering stereotypes about Black families, has stuck with people even decades later. "You were (the) cornerstone of 'The Cosby Show.' We all loved Theo! Never to be forgotten," actress Niecy Nash wrote. Here are some memorable moments fans of the show have come to know and love over the years featuring Theo on "The Cosby Show." More: Bill Cosby speaks out on his 'Cosby Show' costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death 'A Shirt Story': Season 1, Episode 5 In this episode, Theo, 14, is eager to wear a designer Gordon Gatrelle yellow shirt worth $95 for an upcoming date. His father, Cliff, orders him to take it back to the store and purchase a different one for $30. His sister, Denise, offers to sew him a replica for the reduced price, but it didn't turn out like he hoped. "Is this my shirt? Is this the shirt I paid $30 for? Is this the shirt they're supposed to think is a Gordon Gatrelle?" he yelled when he saw the results. This episode aired in 1984, but the image of Theo wearing the Gordon Gatrelle shirt has become a staple in pop culture. It's often used on social media in the form of memes or GIFs to react to a funny or embarrassing situation. Actor Anthony Mackie even paid homage to the classic episode several months ago when he appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon" on Halloween. Mackie walked out in the shirt and stated he had to go "old school". Fallon then asks "Is this a real Gordon Gatrelle?" to which Mackie replies, "This is an authentic Gordon Gatrelle!" @AnthonyMackie wore Denise's Gordon Gartrelle shirt on The Tonight Show and it made the hearts of Elder Millennials soar. We didn't want the $95 version, we wanted this one. The one Theo paid $30 for. STILL want it. 😥RIP Malcolm-Jamal Warnerhttps:// 'Theo and the Joint': Season 1, Episode 17 Theo's parents, Clair and Cliff, confronted him after finding a joint in his geography textbook after he left the house. Theo told them it didn't belong to him, stating, "I don't do drugs and never have." They believed Theo, but the situation left him rattled. He later approached his classmate Tony Braxton, who used the drugs and admitted to putting the joint in his book when the teacher walked into the class. Theo asked him to come clean to his parents, which Braxton admits to Cliff at the end of the episode, highlighting peer pressure. 'Theo's Economic Lesson': Season 1, Episode 1 In the series pilot, Theo is in hot water after getting several Ds on his report card. Theo expresses to his father, Cliff, that he wants to work like a "regular person" instead of pursuing higher education. In the iconic scene, Cliff uses Monopoly money to give Theo a lesson on the financial pressures he would face as an adult. At the end of his pep talk, Cliff pushes him to try in school. 'Theo's Gift': Season 6, Episode 5 Theo is frustrated because he got a C on his mythology exam and later learns that he has dyslexia, a learning disability, after taking a diagnostic test. Theo says the learning counselor will ask his professors to accommodate him during class and set him up with a special instructor to help him with notetaking. This episode brought awareness about dyslexia, which can lead to difficulties with reading and writing, to the forefront. 'Theo and Cockroach': Season 2, Episode 15 Theo and his friend Cockroach (played by actor Carl Anthony Payne II) have a test on Shakespeare's "Macbeth" and decide to read a condensed version instead of the assignment. Theo is confident he has at least passed the test, but his mother, Clair, forces him to read the text anyway in an episode that brought the importance of education to the forefront with classic humor. Contributing: Taijuan Moorman, Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@
