Malcolm Jamal Warner’s mother, Pamela Warner, is mourning the death of her son.
On Aug. 8, Pamela Warner took to Instagram to share a tribute to the “Cosby Show” star, who died in July at the age of 54.
She said, “He was a kind, loving man with a huge heart for humanity. He wanted all to be aware of their inner strength and that they could succeed, accomplish and transform. This was his latest mission and work, transformation, in order for you to be fully present in your life.”
Pamela Warner went on to speak about the roles her son played in people’s lives, including his wife and daughter’s.
“Malcolm was an exceptional husband, father, and son — a man deeply in love with life, his wife and his daughter. He was not only my son, but also my teacher, coach, confidant, business partner, and best friend. He was the son that his father was immensely proud of and loved fiercely and unconditionally.”
Pamela Warner then talked about her son’s “love” of acting and music and said he knew that he wanted to entertain others since he was 8. That’s the age he did his “first stage performance” and “declared that being on stage was what he wanted to do for the rest of his life.”
“It became a self-fulfilling prophesy,” she said.
Pamela Warner said said she feels “very blessed” to be his mom.
She then addressed his fans “who are at a loss” and said her son was “at peace” when he died.
According to a representative of Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency, Malcolm Jamal Warner died in an accidental drowning on July 20 in Costa Rica. He was on vacation with his wife and daughter.
“He did not suffer,” she said.
“Malcolm was birthed through water and transitioned through water. This was his time. His mission on earth had been completed,” she noted. “Hold close to whatever part of Malcolm’s life that touched yours. In keeping it near, you keep his spirit alive — nourishing you with the peace, love, joy and light that embodied Malcolm-Jamal Warner.”
After news broke about his death, Michael Jamal Warner’s friends and family members started sharing tributes about the actor.
Raven Symoné, who worked alongside him on “The Cosby Show,” said, “Words cannot describe the pain and sadness and surprise I feel with the recent loss of MJW. He was the big brother. He was a beacon. He was one of the most multifaceted, talented men, so gentle.”
“And my heart and soul and hugs and kisses go out to his daughter and his wife and his mother. He gave the best advice. He gave the best hugs. And his smile will always be a huge, bright f—ing white smile in my head forever,” she added. “I love you and I know you’re watching over all of us now. Bye, Malcolm.”
Fellow “Cosby Show” star Keshia Knight Pulliam said she “lost her brother” but “gained an angel.”
