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Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mother launches memorial project weeks after actor's death

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Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner
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ByBethany Braun-Silva
August 09, 2025, 3:49 PM

Pamela Warner is honoring her late son, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, with a new social media project aimed at keeping his life's work alive.

On Aug. 6, she introduced the Malcolm-Jamal Warner Living Legacy Instagram page, calling it the "official account" dedicated to celebrating the Emmy-nominated actor.

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In her first post, Pamela shared her plans to highlight projects and causes connected to her son’s passions, inviting fans to "stay connected" in the months ahead.

Two days later, she followed with an emotional reflection on Warner’s life, describing him as "a kind, loving man" whose greatest mission was helping others realize their own strength.

She remembered him not only as an accomplished performer but also as a devoted husband, father and son, as well as her confidant and closest friend.

Pamela spoke about his artistic journey, from declaring at eight years old that he wanted to be on stage forever, to his later success as a musician with his band, Miles Long. His four albums, including two Grammy-nominated projects and one Grammy win, were just one part of a career.

Warner, who became a household name playing Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," died on July 20 at age 54.

In this Feb. 29, 2020, file photo, Malcolm-Jamal Warner attends SCAD aTVfest 2020 - In Conversation With Malcolm-Jamal Warner, in Atlanta.
Paras Griffin/Getty Images for SCAD aTVfest 2020, FILE

According to Costa Rican authorities, he drowned while swimming near Cocles Beach with his 8-year-old daughter after being caught in a rip current.

In her tribute, Pamela reassured friends and fans that her son "did not suffer," adding that his passing felt like a return to where his life began.

"Hold onto whatever part of Malcolm’s life touched yours," she wrote. "In keeping it near, you keep his spirit alive."

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