Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Mom Details His Final Days Before Death

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Pamela Warner is recalling her son Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s final moments. 

Bill Cosby’s mother recently revealed details about his son’s death at age 54. He tragically drowned in July.

Pamela remembered telling Robin Roberts in an interview on *Good Morning America* on September 16th that they were in water around chest or waist deep. She explained there was a strong current, and her son wasn’t a strong swimmer and didn’t know how to handle it.

She explained that he was with another man, but that man was a stronger swimmer and managed to save himself. Unfortunately, Malcolm couldn’t.

When Malcolm passed away, some people thought his young daughter, whose name his wife Tenisha Warner has chosen to keep private, was with him. However, his mother clarified that wasn’t true, though sadly, his daughter did see him experiencing the medical emergency.

Pamela explained, “She was standing on the beach, not in the water.” She added that children experience events in their own way, and watching them attempt to revive him must have been incredibly upsetting for her. She loved her father very much; he meant the world to her.”

Adding of Malcolm’s daughter and wife, “So they’re both in deep grief.”

While mourning the passing of the *Malcolm and Eddie* star, Pamela has been comforted by their close, personal relationship.

She expressed deep gratitude for the chance to be his mother, and shared that she felt a sense of closure about everything that had happened. She had no regrets – no lingering thoughts of what might have been or things she wished she’d done differently. She felt their relationship as mother and son had run its full course and was complete.

Amid her son’s success in acting, music and poetry, she expressed her desire for fans to honor him.

She shared on *GMA* that she hopes people will continue to honor his memory and support the online page dedicated to his ongoing legacy. She encouraged everyone to show love and give what they can, striving to be better people – which is what he always wanted and worked towards. She believes we can all improve ourselves.

 

I was absolutely glued to the screen when Pamela did that interview! It just happened a few days after Malcolm’s wife, bless her heart, announced the River & Ember Foundation – such a beautiful way to remember him. It felt like everything was happening at once, and I couldn’t get enough!

She shared a photo from their 2017 wedding on Instagram September 12th, expressing her gratitude for the support she’s received during a difficult time. She explained that the next day was their anniversary and she was finally ready to share the story of their love. She fondly remembers her husband’s laugh and how he always made space for all of her feelings and aspirations.

She went on to say that they would continue the work she and her husband started-helping children develop their talents and encouraging young artists to express themselves freely.

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He described his *Tuskegee Airmen* colleague, @malcolmjamalwar, as someone who brought a positive and gentle energy to any room. Beyond being dedicated and hardworking, he was a man of strong character and principles. Having spent his life in the entertainment industry, he inspired young people by showing them what a fulfilling career – and life – could look like.

Vance added, “Rest in eternal peace, my good brother. We will always remember you!”

The comedian fondly remembered his former “Cosby Show” co-star, saying Malcolm was very kind and they shared many good times while working together.

We used to spend a lot of time together – going for walks, grabbing food, playing basketball, and just hanging out, especially on weekends and at parties. He was a really good person to me, and his mom was wonderful. I’m sending my condolences to his family. Malcolm was a genuinely great, funny, and intelligent person who had a positive impact on so many.

Ross shared a heartfelt message on Instagram on July 21st about her “Reed Between the Lines” co-star, Malcolm. She wrote, “I love you, Malcolm.” She reminisced about first knowing him as his character, Theo, and then working alongside him as her first on-screen husband, adding that she was deeply saddened by the news.

She shared how wonderful he was as both an actor and a person – warm, kind, funny, and truly present with everyone. She said he brought joy to the world and expressed her deepest sympathy to his family during this incredibly difficult time.

“I’m almost at a loss for words after this loss,” said the former star of *The Cosby Show* in a statement to NBC News. “Malcolm was a wonderful person – kind, gentle, and truly special. I admired him for so many things, especially his passion for creating art. He thought like an actor and felt like a musician.”

He also mentioned the man was incredibly generous. Years ago, he asked him to be involved in a theater project, and he happily agreed to help. He expressed his deepest sympathies to the man’s family.

I recently felt the urge to text you, like we used to do for those long, meaningful conversations,” Wilson shared on Instagram. “I really wish I had, so my last memory of you could have been your insightful, kind advice – you always had a way of being both funny and deeply thoughtful at the same time.

She continued, fondly remembering their time working together on *The Resident*, saying, “Rest in Power, Malcolm. It was a joy playing Mina alongside your AJ.”

The Black Panther actress posted a heartfelt tribute to her former co-star, whom she worked with on American Horror Story and 9-1-1.

It’s hard to express how deeply saddened I am by the loss of Malcolm Jamal Warner, who passed away too young,” she shared on Instagram. “He wasn’t just a talented actor, he was also a dear friend of many years.”

She described Malcolm as a truly passionate artist, deeply dedicated to his work, and said his impact on her has lasted a lifetime. He carried his cultural heritage with dignity and always encouraged others. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

The musical icon dedicated the front page of her website to the late Cosby Show actor.

A message on the website honored Malcolm-Jamal Warner, saying, “Thank you for being such an important part of television history. We will miss you.”

 

Bill Cosby’s spokesperson, Andrew Wyatt, told TopMob News that Cosby was deeply saddened by the news of Warner’s death, comparing his grief to the pain he felt when his son, Ennis Cosby, was murdered during a robbery attempt in 1997.

The comedian also shared memories of his late son and Bill Warner playing together as kids, describing them as a wonderful pair. He added that Warner left a significant legacy through his career.

I’m truly at a loss for words,” the *How to Get Away With Murder* actor shared on Instagram. “It’s impossible to express how much Theo meant to us – he was like a son, brother, and friend. We were so happy to see his story portrayed so accurately on television! Malcolm understood him completely, and now… we’re heartbroken by this loss, celebrating the life he lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. We will always remember and honor his name.

The Live! hosts paid tribute to Warner, who they say was the show’s first ever guest.

Kelly shared how deeply saddened she was by the news, explaining that even though she didn’t personally know the man, she felt a connection to him because she’d watched him since she was 14 years old when he was already a famous TV star. She described it as if a part of everyone’s collective experience had been lost, and expressed how truly heartbreaking it was.

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2025-09-16 22:19