Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. Warner, who was 54, drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports. Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Agency confirmed the death to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. Warner appeared to have been dragged out to sea by a current while swimming at Playa Grande about 14:00-14:30 local time in Cocles, a town in the province of Limón, local authorities said. Warner played the son of Bill Cosby in the US sitcom from 1984-1992. "The victim was assisted by people who were at the beach. However, he was declared without vital signs by the staff of the Costa Rican Red Cross," authorities said.
Tragic Passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner: An Iconic Star Remembered
Tragic Passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner: An Iconic Star Remembered
The beloved actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role in The Cosby Show, has tragically passed away, leaving fans and friends in mourning.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, famed for portraying Theodore Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died at the age of 54 in a drowning incident while vacationing in Costa Rica. Local authorities revealed that Warner was caught in a strong current while swimming at Playa Grande. Despite efforts by beachgoers and subsequent attempts by the Costa Rican Red Cross, he was sadly pronounced dead. Warner made his mark on television from 1984 to 1992, etching Theodore's character in the hearts of many.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. Warner, who was 54, drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports. Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Agency confirmed the death to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. Warner appeared to have been dragged out to sea by a current while swimming at Playa Grande about 14:00-14:30 local time in Cocles, a town in the province of Limón, local authorities said. Warner played the son of Bill Cosby in the US sitcom from 1984-1992. "The victim was assisted by people who were at the beach. However, he was declared without vital signs by the staff of the Costa Rican Red Cross," authorities said.
