Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor perhaps best known for starring in the TV sitcom "The Cosby Show" as son Theodore "Theo" Huxtable, has died at 54. Malcolm-Jamal Warner (born August 18, 1970) [2] is an American actor. He rose to prominence for his role as Theodore Huxtable on the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show (1984–1992), which earned him a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 38th Primetime Emmy Awards. During his time on the show, Warner made memorable appearances on Saturday Night Live, Sesame Street, and even reprised his role as Theo in a guest spot on the spinoff series A Different World. After The Cosby Show, he went on to co-star in the sitcom Malcolm & Eddie, which became a hit with fans. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who starred in 'The Cosby Show' as Theodore Huxtable, has died at the age of 54. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Beloved ‘Cosby Show’ Star, Dies at 54 Breaking News: Actor malcolm-Jamal warner, celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Theodore “Theo” Huxtable on the groundbreaking sitcom The Cosby Show, has passed away at the age of 54. The cause of death is reported as an apparent drowning. Warner, who was a household name from his teenage years, first captivated audiences Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor and artist who rose to fame as a child as Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” has died, according to a source close to the actor. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor perhaps best known for starring in the TV sitcom "The Cosby Show" as son Theodore "Theo" Huxtable, has died at 54. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. He was 54. Warner starred in the beloved family sitcom from 1984 to 1992, and went on to headline Malcolm Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has died. He was 54. Warner starred in the beloved family sitcom from 1984 to 1992, and went on to headline Malcolm Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor and artist who rose to fame as a child as Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” has died, according to a source close to the actor. Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner: A tribute to the beloved actor, poet, and advocate who brought authenticity and representation to Black television. During his time on the show, Warner made memorable appearances on Saturday Night Live, Sesame Street, and even reprised his role as Theo in a guest spot on the spinoff series A Different World. After The Cosby Show, he went on to co-star in the sitcom Malcolm & Eddie, which became a hit with fans. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Beloved ‘Cosby Show’ Star, Dies at 54 Breaking News: Actor malcolm-Jamal warner, celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Theodore “Theo” Huxtable on the groundbreaking sitcom The Cosby Show, has passed away at the age of 54. The cause of death is reported as an apparent drowning. Warner, who was a household name from his teenage years, first captivated audiences Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who starred in 'The Cosby Show' as Theodore Huxtable, has died at the age of 54. Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died. Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner: A tribute to the beloved actor, poet, and advocate who brought authenticity and representation to Black television. The Cosby Show fans around the world are mourning the tragic loss of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who died on July 21, 2025, at just 54 years old. The actor, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable — the charming, quick-witted only son of Cliff and Clair — drowned while swimming on a family vacation The Cosby Show fans around the world are mourning the tragic loss of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who died on July 21, 2025, at just 54 years old. The actor, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable — the charming, quick-witted only son of Cliff and Clair — drowned while swimming on a family vacation Malcolm-Jamal Warner (born August 18, 1970) [2] is an American actor. He rose to prominence for his role as Theodore Huxtable on the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show (1984–1992), which earned him a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 38th Primetime Emmy Awards.
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