He Made Us Laugh, Now He Makes Us Cry — RIP Malcolm-Jamal Warner
The TV and movie world is super sad about losing Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who everyone knew and loved as Theo from The Cosby Show. 54 is way too young to die.
He died on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Costa Rica when he was on a family trip. He was swimming at Cocles Beach when a riptide got him. People tried to rescue him, but couldn't.
what happened exactly?
Malcolm was just hanging out in the water with his family when a riptide pulled him out. Riptides are super dangerous. He drowned before anyone could reach him. It's just awful.
Who was Malcolm-Jamal Warner?
He was more than just an actor. He became a star in the '80s playing Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, which made him famous.
He kept acting, and was in shows like Malcolm & Eddie and The Resident as Dr. AJ The Raptor Austin.
He was also a musician. He played bass and had his own jazz-funk band called Miles Long. He even had a podcast where he talked about life, community, and Black stories.
He also used his fame to talk about things he cared about: love, justice, and community. People liked him not just for his acting, but for what he stood for too.
Everyone's heartbroken
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When the news came out, lots of stars shared their sadness. People like Tracee Ellis Ross, Jennifer Hudson, and Magic Johnson remembered him as nice, talented, and a fun person. Even Bill Cosby said he felt like he lost a son.
Malcolm leaves behind his wife and young daughter.
This sudden loss has really shook everyone up. He made so many people happy, and he'll always be remembered.
