Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the child actor who gained recognition as Theodore Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has passed away.

Warner, who was 54 when died Sunday after drowning near a beach in Costa Rica, told the Television Academy back in 2013 that he wanted to be remembered for his life and career after "The Cosby Show" ended in 1992. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, Files - PHOTO: Malcolm-Jamal Warner speaks at the 65th annual Grammy Awards, Feb. 5, 2023, in Los Angeles.

Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known for his role in The Cosby Show, died at 54. He drowned in Costa Rica, confirmed by authorities. Warner's death was due to asphyxia. He was caught in a strong current near Cocles beach.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, actor and musician, died on July 20 at the age of 54. Warner was famous for his role in the sitcom The Cosby Show, where he played the role of Theodore.

News broke on Monday, July 21, that 'Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner died while on a family trip. Known for roles on 'Star Trek' and 'Cheers,' the actor died peacefully at home. Stephen Colbert warned “the gloves are off” before he expertly called out Trump’s apparent relationship with Paramount.

The news of the death of The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner hit Hollywood hard, with many of of his onetime co-stars and collaborators reacting.

Tributes are pouring in after the death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the beloved actor who played Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show."

Malcolm-Jamal Warner spoke with PEOPLE in 2024 about his mom Pamela Warner's valuable advice serving as a guiding light throughout his career.