Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for playing Theo on The Cosby Show, died at 54 in an accidental drowning in Costa Rica, authorities said. An evening with Emmy nominated actor and GRAMMY Award-winning poet and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner. An accomplished bassist and poet, this show will unite his many talents and musical styles. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Emmy-nominated actor and Grammy Award-winning poet and musician brought his band and talents to day 5 of Indy Jazz Fest at the beautiful Cabaret on September 21, 2024. Saycon Sengbloh, a Tony-nominee and actress, also joined the performance and, along with Warner’s On Sunday, July 20, Malcolm Jamal Warner - a prominent actor and musician - passed away in a drowning accident. Jazz 91.9 WCLK Published January 21, 2025 at 2:08 PM EST Join WCLK on Friday, February 21 from 6pm until 10pm for Friday Jazz at the High. The featured musical guest is musician, actor and poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner and is hosted by WCLK's Rick Joyner. Malcolm-Jamal Warner is an American actor, director, and musician. In 1982 Warner made his TV debut, appearing in an episode of the mystery series Matt Houston. He was cast in several other programs before landing a role on The Cosby Show. He soon became familiar to television audiences as Theo Huxtable, one of the five children of the show’s [] An actor’s childhood Warner, named after Malcolm X and jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal, was born in 1970 in Jersey City, New Jersey. Musician and “Cosby Show” star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 54 (July 21, 2025) This is just devastating news to share, as actor and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo in The Cosby Show, has died at age 54. It is being reported that Warner died of an accidental drowning while on vacation in Costa Rica. Jazz musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner's bio, concert & touring information, albums, reviews, videos, photos and more. An evening with Emmy nominated actor and GRAMMY Award-winning poet and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner. An accomplished bassist and poet, this show will unite his many talents and musical styles. Actor and musician Malcolm Jamal Warner, remembered for his Emmy nominated role and jazz, honored in Charlotte and North Carolina tributes. On August 9, Harlem’s streets will fill with runners and walkers for the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K Run and the Hazel Dukes Memorial Family Health Walk, followed by “Great Jazz on the Great Hill” in Central Park, featuring performances from renowned jazz musicians. Find tickets for Malcolm-Jamal Warner concerts near you. Browse 2025 tour dates, venue details, concert reviews, photos, and more at Bandsintown. Mark your calendars, jazz lovers! On Feb. 21, the High Museum of Art will turn up the vibe with an unforgettable Friday Jazz night starring the charismatic Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Warner, besides being an actor, was a bass player and a poet who won a Grammy in 2015 for his work on Robert Glasper’s Black Radio 2 for the song “Jesus Children,” featuring Lalah Hathaway. Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s sudden passing leaves the bass world mourning a gifted player who blended jazz, R&B, and poetry with deep passion. About (Profile/Biography): Malcolm-Jamal Warner, born August 18, 1970, in Jersey City, New Jersey, emerged as one of America's most recognizable child actors through his iconic role as Theodore "Theo" Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Named after Malcolm X and jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal, Warner transformed from a teenage television star into a multifaceted artist, director, producer, and musician. His The 2025 Church Street Jazz Series Continues As Blue Pyramid Productions, Towne Bank & Sentara Healthcare Presents Another Amazing Live Performance. You Journey Through His Career As Theo Huxtable From "The Cosby Show", Malcom From "Malcolm & Eddie And His Work On "The Resident", Grammy & Image Award Winner, Spoken Word Artist, Musician, Poet, Writer, Arranger, Bassist, Lyricist And Emmy Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner at AOL Studios in New York on February 12, 2016, in New York City. (Photo by Desiree Navarro/WireImage) Along with his jazz-funk band Miles Long, Warner released his Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo on 'The Cosby Show,' has died at 54 in what sources say was an accidental drowning.
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