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Cosby Show actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable, has died at 54, according to multiple reports.
TMZ first reported Warner’s death due to accidental drowning.
Via TMZ
“TMZ has a reliable source who says Warner has died as a result of an accidental drowning.”
People Magazine confirmed the actor’s death, but was unable to reach his reps.
“The actor was in Costa Rica on a family vacation and drowned while swimming, a source confirms to PEOPLE.”
“A rep for Warner did not immediately respond to a request for comment.”
Warner left behind a wife and a daughter.
Fans paid tribute to the actor on social media.
My gen x heart is breaking. RIP Malcolm Jamal Warner.
The $95 Gordon Gartrell shirt is iconic.
“No 14 year-old boy should have a $95 shirt, unless he is on stage with his 4 brothers.” 😂 pic.twitter.com/RfyFFAxhyI
— Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) July 21, 2025