Sitcom star Malcolm-Jamal Warner was “caught by a high current” in Costa Rica before he accidentally drowned Sunday afternoon.
The “Cosby Show” alum’s body was discovered by local authorities near Cocles, a beach in Limon, ABC News reported Monday.
Police said Warner’s cause of death was asphyxia.
Reps for Warner weren’t immediately available to Page Six for comment.
The 54-year-old actor’s death was announced via X Monday by a woman named Kimara who claimed to be his cousin.
“My cousin died yesterday after drowning in costa rica,” she posted. “Yall pls be safe out here while traveling and doing water sports. Wear life jackets etc.”
In a follow-up message, she added, “Staying off socials for the rest of the day cuz seeing his face all over is hurting my feelings bad.”
Warner had kept his family out of the spotlight, including his wife and daughter, whose identities are unknown.
He was best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby Show.”
He starred on the sitcom from 1984 to 1992 alongside Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Lisa Bonet and more.
Warner received an Emmy nomination in 1986 for his role on the show.
He later starred on “Malcolm & Eddie” with actor Eddie Griffin from 1996 to 2000.
His other major role was on “Reed Between the Lines” from 2011 to 2015.
Warner also made appearances on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” “Sons of Anarchy,” “American Horror Story: Freak Show,” “9-1-1” and “Suits.”
His most recent gig was on “Alert: Missing Persons Unit” earlier this year.
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