Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s mother Pamela Warner has broken her silence on the Cosby Show star’s passing – nearly three weeks after his tragic drowning during a family trip to Costa Rica.

The late actor passed away on July 20 at the age of 54 on a beach on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, with his cause of death later being ruled as as asphyxiation by submersion. 

He had been swimming with his eight-year-old daughter when they were suddenly caught in a rip current – but conflicting reports have since emerged sparking further confusion over the devastating incident. 

The star’s mother officially launched an Instagram account in honor of her son on Wednesday and emotionally revealed that ‘he did not suffer’ in his final moments.  

Her first post included a photo of the Suits actor and Pamela offered her gratitude to the supportive messages she has since received. 

‘Thank you to everyone who has reached out over the last few weeks. Your outpouring of love and kindness has been immeasurable, and deeply appreciated ❤️,’ she wrote in a second post. 

Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s mother Pamela Warner has broken her silence on the Cosby Show star’s passing – nearly three weeks after his tragic drowning during a family trip to Costa Rica; seen in 2015 in L.A. 

Pamela then reflected on how her late son had ‘left an indelible mark on the world.’ 

She wrote, ‘Needless to say our hearts are heavy with the loss of Malcolm. 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 expressed that Malcolm was an ‘exceptional husband, father, and son’ and was also her ‘teacher, coach, confidant, business partner, and best friend.’ 

She added that her son ‘was in love with the magic of being an actor, always studying and honing his craft.’ 

He also had a passion for music and was a bassist, later ‘forming his own band, Miles Long. A poet as well as a musician, he released four albums – two Grammy-nominations and one Grammy award.’ 

Pamela later expressed that ‘Malcolm left an indelible mark on the world and on countless hearts. All who met him, however briefly, were better for the encounter.

‘As his mother, there is much that I can say. It would fill volumes. But what I will say, is that I am so very blessed that he chose me to be his mother, to come into the world through the waters of my womb.’  

The star’s mother officially launched an Instagram account in honor of her son on Wednesday and emotionally revealed that ‘he did not suffer’ in his final moments; seen in 2016 in L.A. 

Pamela then reflected on how her late son had ‘left an indelible mark on the world’

She added, ‘To see his beatific smile one more time, be comforted that he was at peace and more importantly, he did not suffer’; Malcolm and Pamela seen in 2009 in Washington D.C.

She continued, ‘It is an honor and blessing that will be with me all the days of my life.’

His mother then addressed Malcolm’s fans and those close to him, adding that, ‘For those of you who are at a loss, pained by the suddenness of his departure, ache for his presence or just to hear his voice one more time. 

‘To see his beatific smile one more time, be comforted that he was at peace and more importantly, he did not suffer.’ 

In conclusion, Pamela said that, ‘Malcolm was birthed through the water and he transitioned through water. He departed as he arrived, through water. This was his time. His mission on earth had been completed.

‘Hold close to whatever part of Malcom’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.’ 

Earlier last week, the investigation into the death of Malcolm took another shock turn after the actor drowned on a Costa Rican beach. 

Authorities originally claimed that Cosby Show star was swimming with his eight-year-old daughter on July 20 when the pair were caught by a rip current – with surfers rushing to their aid.

In a recent statement, Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) said that the star’s daughter was not in the water at the time that he drowned.

Earlier last week, the investigation into the death of Malcolm took another shock turn after the actor drowned on a Costa Rican beach; seen in 2023 in L.A. 

‘Mr. Warner was playing with his daughter at the seashore at one point. He then left her out of the water, and he and a friend of his entered the sea,’ the OIJ said in a statement originally written in Spanish.

‘It was at that moment that they were swept away by the current, and the friend managed to get out,’ it continued. 

‘However, Mr. Warner was unable to get out and was pulled out by several people on the beach. He received care from Red Cross officials, but was pronounced dead at the scene.’

Elberth León, Chief of the Tourist Police of the Atlantic Region, has doubled down on claims the actor was indeed trying to save his daughter and confirmed she was in the water at the time, saying: ‘I know what I saw.’

León, who responded to the July 20th incident, added in a statement to US Weekly: ‘The Red Cross also treated the girl [on site] and she didn’t need to go to the clinic.

‘I don’t know why the OIJ is saying that, since they weren’t present at the scene. They interviewed Malcom’s family, but they also weren’t there at the time of the accident.’

DailyMail.com contacted representatives for the OIJ for comment – who reissued their previous statement that Malcolm’s daughter was on the shoreline.

DailyMail.com has also reached out to Malcolm’s representatives for comment but hasn’t yet received a response.

‘Mr. Warner was playing with his daughter at the seashore at one point. He then left her out of the water, and he and a friend of his entered the sea,’ the OIJ said in a statement originally written in Spanish

Elberth León, Chief of the Tourist Police of the Atlantic Region, has doubled down on claims the actor was indeed trying to save his daughter and confirmed she was in the water at the time, saying: ‘I know what I saw’; seen in 2015 in L.A. 

New York’s ABC7 had previously reported that law enforcement said one surfer dived in to help and ‘used his board to bring Warner’s daughter to safety and a volunteer lifeguard pulled Warner and another surfer to shore.’

The reason for the discrepancy is unclear.

Malcolm, who died of asphyxia by submersion, was given 45 minutes of CPR after he was pulled out of the ocean.

The father and daughter had been enjoying a day on the water near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, before tragedy struck.

The outlet noted that both surfers survived the harrowing ordeal. 

Prior to his passing, Malcolm made a conscious effort to keep his daughter and wife out of the spotlight, apart from the occasional social media post.

For privacy reasons, he chose not to publicly disclose his daughter or wife’s names.

Last week, officials announced that a man left in critical condition was trying to save the actor.

A spokesman for OIJ revealed the Good Samaritan had entered the water to help Malcolm after he was swept away by a rip current.

Following the star’s shock death, lifeguards from Playa Grande – a beach community located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica – released a statement saying they were not present due to lack of ‘resources.’

Malcolm, who died of asphyxia by submersion, was given 45 minutes of CPR after he was pulled out of the ocean; Malcolm (left) on the Cosby Show 

Following the star’s shock death, lifeguards from Playa Grande – a beach community located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica – released a statement saying they were not present due to lack of ‘resources’; Playa Cocles beach seen above in Costa Rica 

‘We deeply regret the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner at Playa Grande. He was swept away by a strong rip current and died by drowning,’ the Caribbean Guard, Costa Rica’s volunteer lifeguard association, shared via Facebook. 

The Guard added that Playa Grande is one of their ‘most challenging beaches,’ noting the presence of signs in English and Spanish that warn of the ‘danger of death due to drowning.’

Though the Guard has patrolled there ‘over the past few years,’ they alleged that they were ‘not present’ at the time of Malcolm’s death.

Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Department told Us Weekly that their preliminary investigation indicated Malcolm ‘appeared to have entered the sea and was apparently swept away by a current.’

The late star had been in Costa Rica since July 13.

Malcolm was best known for his iconic role as Theodore Huxtable, the only son of Cliff Huxtable, on the beloved NBC sitcom The Cosby Show.

He appeared in all eight seasons from 1984 to 1992, earning widespread acclaim and becoming a household name.

At the time, Malcolm was just a teenager, but his performance earned widespread acclaim, including a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 1986 Primetime Emmy Awards.

The late star had been in Costa Rica since July 13; seen in 2023 in NYC 

He appeared in all eight seasons from 1984 to 1992, earning widespread acclaim and becoming a household name; seen above far left 

His character, Theo, was based on Bill Cosby’s real-life son, Ennis Cosby, and was portrayed with depth and sensitivity.

Beyond The Cosby Show, Warner carved out a successful and diverse career in both comedy and drama.

He starred as Malcolm McGee in the UPN sitcom Malcolm & Eddie (1996–2000) opposite Eddie Griffin, and later headlined BET’s Reed Between the Lines from 2011 to 2015 as Dr. Alex Reed.

His television credits also included recurring roles and guest appearances on shows like Sons of Anarchy, Jeremiah, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and Community. Malcolm also voiced the Producer character on the educational children’s series The Magic School Bus.