Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died at 54 due to accidental drowning in Costa Rica. Local police reported Warner was swept out to sea by strong currents. During his career, he earned an Emmy nomination and starred in several sitcoms, including Malcolm & Eddie and Reed Between the Lines. Warner also had a successful career as a director. He defended The Cosby Show's legacy despite its tainted reputation following Bill Cosby's legal issues.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner accidentally drowned off the coast of Cocles beach, Costa Rica, at the age of 54 after being swept out to sea by strong currents.
Warner starred as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show from 1984 to 1992 and was nominated for an Emmy for his role.
He was also known for his roles in Malcolm & Eddie and Reed Between the Lines, and served as executive producer and voice actor for The Magic School Bus.
Despite public scrutiny over the legacy of The Cosby Show after Bill Cosby's conviction, Warner defended its portrayal of a Black American family.
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