Malcolm-Jamal Warner Remembered By Eddie Griffin, Tracee Ellis Ross, Niecy Nash-Betts & More: “You Made The World A Better Place”
The news Monday of the death of The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner hit Hollywood hard, with several of his onetime co-stars and collaborators across his five-decade career reacting to the news.
Warner died Monday of an accidental drowning in Costa Rica at age 54.
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The actor became a household name playing Theo Huxtable on NBC’s The Cosby Showon which he starred for eight seasons and picked up an Emmy nomination in 1996. Later, his credits included starring alongside Eddie Griffin in Malcom & Eddie and more recently Fox’s The Residentalong with series like Showtime’s Jeremiah and BET’s Reed Between the Lines with co-star Tracee Ellis Ross.
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“Everyone at Fox is heartbroken by the tragic loss of our friend and colleague, the extraordinary Malcolm-Jamal Warner. While his iconic roles – from comedic to dramatic – are unforgettable and timeless, Malcolm will be remembered most for his warmth, kind heart and the lasting impact he had on his friends, family and fans everywhere. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones,” shared the network where Warner starred in The Resident for 6 seasons and an episode of Accused.
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