Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the hit sitcom The Cosby Show, has tragically passed away at the age of 54.

According to ABC News, Warner died on Sunday after drowning near Cocles Beach in Limón, Costa Rica. Local authorities confirmed that he was caught in a rip current and died from asphyxia. His body was recovered on Sunday afternoon.

Warner, born on August 18, 1970, rose to fame in the 1980s for his role as the lovable teenage son in The Cosby Show. His performance made him one of the most recognizable young actors of that era.

Beyond The Cosby Show, Warner enjoyed a successful career in television, film, and music. He made his first TV appearance in 1982 on the series Matt Houston, and in recent years, he starred in the popular Fox medical drama The Resident.

Fans and fellow actors have begun sharing their grief and tributes online, remembering Warner not only for his acting talent but also for his warm personality and contributions to the entertainment industry.

His sudden death has left many shocked, as he was still actively working in the industry. Malcolm-Jamal Warner is remembered as a gifted actor, a respected artist, and a cultural icon from one of TV’s most beloved shows.