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Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 'Cosby Show' star, has died at the age of 54

Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 'Cosby Show' star, has died at the age of 54

Summary

Actor and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," passed away at the age of 54 due to a drowning accident in Costa Rica. He was a Grammy Award-winning artist and had diverse roles in acting, music, and directing.

Key Facts

  • Malcolm-Jamal Warner died at age 54 in a drowning accident in Costa Rica.
  • He was best known for playing Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show."
  • Warner also appeared in TV shows like "Malcolm & Eddie" and "The Resident."
  • He won a Grammy in 2015 for a traditional R&B performance and was nominated again in 2023.
  • Warner acted in plays like "Three Ways Home" and won an NAACP Theater Award.
  • He played bass guitar and expressed himself through music and poetry.
  • Warner launched a podcast called "Not All Hood" in 2024.
  • He directed episodes of popular TV shows and was involved with "The Magic School Bus" as an executive producer.
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