Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved ‘Cosby Show’ actor, passes away at 54

The Cosby Show alum Malcolm-Jamal Warner has died. He was 54.

TooFab has reported that the actor accidentally drowned, with TMZ breaking the news first, though further details remain scarce. Media Takeout has reported that authorities have ruled out all signs of foul play.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner was known in the '80s for portraying Theodore Huxtable on the show, which also earned him an Emmy and NAACP Image Award nomination.

He also worked on the renowned sitcom "Malcolm & Eddie," in addition to lending his voice for "The Magic School Bus." Furthermore, he was an accomplished musician in his own right, having earned a Grammy Award in 2015. As reported by TMZ, just 3 days ago, he dropped the latest episode of his podcast, Not All Hood.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's life and legacy explored:

Malcolm-Jamal Warner was notorious for keeping his personal life outside the spotlight, though several outlets have reported that he is survived by his wife and daughter, who is eight years old. He has shared photos of them over the years, though their identities remain unclear.

The Blast has reported that after his time on The Cosby Show, Warner contributed to several projects across television and film, including "Reed Between the Lines," "Suits," and "The Resident." His 2015 Grammy Award came for Best Traditional R&B Performance for his work with Robert Glasper and Lalah Hathaway.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner was born in New Jersey. He was raised by a single mother, Pamela, who also doubled as his manager. He was reportedly named after Malcolm X and Ahmad Jamal, a famed jazz pianist.

By the age of 9, after showcasing an interest in the entertainment industry, he enrolled at an acting school, which eventually saw him graduate from The Professional Children's School in New York City, New York.

In his music profession, he directed several music videos, including New Edition's "N.E. Heart Break" (1989), Special Ed's "I'm the Magnificent" (1989), and Five Star's "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons" (1994). He released his debut EP, The Miles Long Mixtape, in 2003, and by 2007, he had dropped Love & Other Social Issues.

He previously dated actress Michelle Thomas, also his love interest on The Cosby Show. They dated until 1994, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner was even by her side when she died four years later. He then dated Karen Malina White, a fellow thespian, for over seven years until they split. He eventually moved on to Regina King, though their bond only lasted two years.

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