UPDATED — 1:46 PM 07/21/2025
PEOPLE has confirmed that the actor died of an apparent drowning during a family vacation in Costa Rica.
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There’s sad news to report about Malcolm-Jamal Warner. The Cosby Show star, 54, has reportedly died.
TMZ confirmed the news Monday afternoon. PEOPLE also confirmed. No further details have been shared at this time.
The Emmy-nominated actor starred as the lovable and often-humbled teen son of Cliff and Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show, endearing himself to millions during the show’s groundbreaking run from 1984 to 1992.
A staple of Black television history, Warner’s portrayal of Theo helped shape the image of a modern Black family on screen. His natural charm and comedic timing made him one of TV’s most memorable coming-of-age characters.
Warner went on to have a successful career in directing, music, and voice work, but for many, he’ll always be Theo, the heart of The Cosby Show.
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