Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his iconic role as Theo Huxtable on the hit series The Cosby Show, has sadly passed away at the age of 54. Authorities from Costa Rica came out and claimed Warner drowned over the weekend during his holiday in the country. Since this came out, Mike Tyson was seriously affected by it. And he quickly took to social media earlier today, sharing a farewell message for Warren. How did this happen? 

As per various reports, Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency has claimed that Warner somehow got swept away in the sea because of a strong current. He was reportedly swimming at Playa Grande last Sunday in Cocles. Bystanders managed to pull him back to shore, where the Costa Rican Red Cross attempted to revive him. Tragically, their efforts were unsuccessful, and Warner was pronounced dead at the scene. What did Tyson say? 

“Sad to hear about Malcolm-Jamal Warner,” Tyson wrote on X after Warner’s passing became public knowledge. “RIP to someone [who] has filled our homes with so much joy.  Another reminder, tomorrow isn’t promised.” Warren’s first claim to fame came from his iconic role as Theo Huxtable in The Cosby Show, which was on from 1984 to 1992. It was also thanks to this show that he earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 1986.

What’s even more interesting, though, is that he was made for the role. Sources say he was picked for the role by Bill Cosby himself during auditions, which were done countrywide in America. And what a fit it was! The Cosby Show, which portrayed a warm and relatable middle-class African-American family, went on to become the number one TV show in America for five consecutive seasons, from 1985 to 1990. After the show’s success, Warner continued his television career with several notable appearances, including a starring role alongside Eddie Griffin in the sitcom Malcolm & Eddie.

But his accolades don’t end there. His other work includes guest appearances on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Sesame Street—a lot of people remember those. Something more modern? He also appeared in he medical drama—The Resident. Besides these, Warner won a Grammy Award in 2015 for Best Traditional R&B Performance. And his 2023 album Hiding In Plain View got him a Grammy nomination. Regardless, it’s not just Mike Tyson who is mourning Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s unfortunate passing.

Earvin Johnson Jr. joins Mike Tyson in paying tribute to Malcolm-Jamal Warner

Basketball legend Magic Johnson once appeared in an AIDS awareness video directed by Warner. Upon learning about his death, Johnson claimed the news deeply saddened him and his wife. “We were both super fans of the hit Cosby Show and continued to follow his career on shows like Malcolm and Eddie and The Resident,” he added. 

Johnson fondly recollected their encounters over the years, while appreciating the conversations they had. “Every time I ran into Malcolm, we would have deep and fun conversations about basketball, life, and business. He will truly be missed,” he wrote. “Cookie and I are praying [for] his family and close friends during this difficult time.”

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 54, leaves behind a loving wife and daughter, as well as a lasting legacy on television—one that secured him a place in the hearts of thousands, if not millions, around the world. Do you have any final words for the actor?