DNYUZ
  • Home
  • News
    • U.S.
    • World
    • Politics
    • Opinion
    • Business
    • Crime
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Entertainment
    • Culture
    • Music
    • Movie
    • Television
    • Theater
    • Gaming
    • Sports
  • Tech
    • Apps
    • Autos
    • Gear
    • Mobile
    • Startup
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Health
    • Travel
No Result
View All Result
DNYUZ
No Result
View All Result
Home News

Malcolm-Jamal Warner was ‘caught by a high current’ in Costa Rica before fatal drowning: police

July 21, 2025
in News
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was ‘caught by a high current’ in Costa Rica before fatal drowning: police
495
SHARES
1.4k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

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.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner attends SCAD aTVfest 2020 - In Conversation With Malcolm-Jamal Warner on February 29, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was “caught by a high current” at a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, before he drowned Sunday. Getty Images for SCAD aTVfest 2020
The “Cosby Show” alum’s body was discovered by local authorities in the afternoon, ABC News reported Monday. FOX Image Collection via Getty Images

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.”

Police said the actor’s cause of death was asphyxia. FOX Image Collection via Getty Images
Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Warner was 54 years old. Getty Images

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.”

A woman claiming to be Warner’s cousin announced his death via X Monday. Getty Images
“My cousin died yesterday after drowning in costa rica. Yall pls be safe out here while traveling and doing water sports. Wear life jackets etc,” she wrote. Getty Images

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.

The actor was best known for playing Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby Show.” NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images
Warner received an Emmy nomination for the role in 1986. Everett Collection

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.

The post Malcolm-Jamal Warner was ‘caught by a high current’ in Costa Rica before fatal drowning: police appeared first on Page Six.

Tags: actorsCelebrity Deathscosta ricadrowningsmalcolm-jamal warnerthe cosby show
Share198Tweet124Share
Marlow: Eight Reasons I Called for the Prosecution of Letitia James for Conspiracy Against Trump’s Civil Rights Ahead of DOJ Bombshell
News

Marlow: Eight Reasons I Called for the Prosecution of Letitia James for Conspiracy Against Trump’s Civil Rights Ahead of DOJ Bombshell

by Breitbart
August 9, 2025

In Breaking the Law, my book on the lawfare against Donald Trump and his supporters, which was released this week, ...

Read more
News

GOP Millionaire Tries in Vain to Hide Secret Helicopter

August 9, 2025
News

2 Los Angeles protesters charged with assaulting federal officers at immigration rally

August 9, 2025
News

Bill Maher confronts Dr. Phil on joining Trump admin’s ‘unpopular’ ICE raids

August 9, 2025
News

Cincinnati viral beating bodycam shows cops at scene of brutal fight as six arrested face new charges

August 9, 2025
ICE Deported Him. His Father Heard Nothing for Months. Then, a Call.

ICE Deported Him. His Father Heard Nothing for Months. Then, a Call.

August 9, 2025
How Ali Sethi Spends His Day Getting Ready for a Music Tour

How Ali Sethi Spends His Day Getting Ready for a Music Tour

August 9, 2025
LAX travelers potentially exposed to positive measles case

LAX travelers potentially exposed to positive measles case

August 9, 2025

Copyright © 2025.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • U.S.
    • World
    • Politics
    • Opinion
    • Business
    • Crime
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Entertainment
    • Culture
    • Gaming
    • Music
    • Movie
    • Sports
    • Television
    • Theater
  • Tech
    • Apps
    • Autos
    • Gear
    • Mobile
    • Startup
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Health
    • Travel

Copyright © 2025.