Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the American actor who played the lovable son, Theo Huxtable, in the hit sitcom “The Cosby Show,” has tragically died in Costa Rica.
According to authorities, Warner, 54, drowned in the sea off Coles Beach in Cahuita on Sunday afternoon.
The investigating police reported that Warner was apparently pulled out by a current when he entered the sea.
Despite being assisted by bystanders on the beach, he was pronounced dead by Red Cross lifeguards due to drowning asphyxiation.
Local authorities identified Warner as the actor and transferred his body to a morgue for further analysis.
Warner played Theo Huxtable for all eight seasons of “The Cosby Show,” earning an Emmy nomination for his work.
He also appeared in other notable sitcoms, including “Malcolm & Eddie” and “Reed Between the Lines.”
“The Cosby Show” was a groundbreaking sitcom that aired from 1984 to 1992, depicting the lives of a middle-class Black family in New York.
The show was a commercial and critical hit, known for its portrayal of a loving and happy Black family.
However, its legacy has been overshadowed by the numerous allegations of sexual assault against Bill Cosby, the show’s star and creator.
Warner’s death comes as a shock to fans of the beloved sitcom.
His portrayal of Theo Huxtable remained iconic, and his contributions to the show’s success were undeniable.
Warner’s passing left a void in the entertainment industry, and his legacy would continue to be celebrated by fans of “The Cosby Show”.
