Keshia Knight Pulliam Pays Tribute To Late Malcolm-Jamal Warner


Recently, Keshia Knight Pulliam posted an emotional tribute on Instagram following the death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, referring to him as her “big brother” and honoring their decades-long bond. Malcolm-Jamal Warner passed away on July 21 in Costa Rica, with the cause of death confirmed as asphyxiation by submersion. He was 54 years old.
Knight Pulliam and Warner, known for their roles as Rudy and Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, maintained a real-life friendship that never faded, with their daughters forming a close bond as well.
Just before his passing, Knight Pulliam and Warner reunited for an episode of Warner’s podcast, where they discussed their friendship, parenting, and the connection between their daughters.
She also expressed gratitude for the support she received and shared that she needed a moment to process the loss.