The beloved star of The Cosby Show tragically passes away during a family vacation
Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowned while swimming in Costa Rica during a family trip, PEOPLE confirms
Social media explodes with tributes. “You raised a generation,” one fan tweeted.
Sources say Warner was caught in a strong current while swimming.
From 1984 to 1992, Warner stole hearts as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show.
Malcolm & Eddie, The Resident, Suits, 9-1-1 — Warner never stopped shining on screen.
His podcast Not All Hood gave fans rare insight into his mental health journey and views on Black identity.
He called it the “most vulnerable” space he had ever shared publicly.
Warner avoided tabloids, focused on impact. He left behind more than roles
Warner is survived by a wife and young daughter, whose identities he fiercely protected.
His last red carpet was September 2023. Smiling, healthy, glowing.