Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s wife addresses public for first time and announces new foundation

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Tenisha Warner, the wife of the late Malcolm-Jamal Warner, has spoken publicly for the first time, confirming she is his widow following the actor’s passing. He was known for his role on “The Cosby Show.”

Tenisha Warner shared a wedding photo and message on Instagram on Friday, the day before her wedding anniversary with husband Malcolm-Jamal Warner, whom she married in 2017.

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable in ‘The Cosby Show,’ has passed away while on vacation with his family in Costa Rica. He was 54 years old.

Warner expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support during this difficult time. She shared a personal memory, revealing a first look at the beginning of her love story. She remembers her husband’s laugh and how he always made space for her feelings and aspirations.

Warner revealed she and her daughter are starting two new initiatives – the Warner Family Foundation and River & Ember – as a tribute to her late husband.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for playing Theo Huxtable on the popular TV show ‘The Cosby Show’ for eight seasons, passed away in July at the age of 54. He died after drowning at a beach in Costa Rica while on vacation with his family.

Phylicia Rashad, known for her roles as a beloved TV mother, will honor those the television industry has lost at the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday. She’ll begin the “In Memoriam” segment, paying tribute to those remembered, including a past Emmy nominee.

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The actor passed away on Sunday at the age of 54. He was most famous for playing Theo Huxtable, the son of Cliff and Clair Huxtable, a character inspired by the creator Bill Cosby’s own son.

Rashad spoke fondly of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, remembering him as the teenager everyone loved on a famous TV show and watched mature into an adult. He added that, like other people in the entertainment industry who passed away this year, Warner will be deeply missed and remembered fondly.

Warner was happily married, but he chose to keep his wife and daughter’s identities secret until his passing.

He shared in a May podcast interview that he and his partner have been together for nearly a decade and have maintained a remarkably peaceful relationship. They’ve never fought, yelled, or even spoken harshly to each other – though they don’t always see eye to eye. He explained they’ve simply developed a strong way of communicating over time.

Tenisha Warner explained in an Instagram post that River & Ember is meant to honor and continue the love she and her partner shared.

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The actor who played Theo on ‘The Cosby Show’ brought a lot of depth and realism to his character, and that encouraged viewers to embrace their own emotions and experiences.

The founder of River & Ember explained that the company grew out of her personal experiences with loss and love. She aims to help families find comfort and remember their inner strength – just as her loved one did for her – through meaningful stories and traditions, especially during difficult times and life’s transitions.

River & Ember will provide families with themed kits containing stories, activities, and art projects that change with the seasons. The Warner Family Foundation will support young artists through scholarships.

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2025-09-15 21:31