Image Credit: FOX Image Collection via Getty I Malcolm-Jamal Warner is survived by his family, whom he kept as far away from the limelight as possible. The late actor, who was famous for playing Theo on The Bill Cosby Show, died in July 2025 while on a trip to Costa Rica. He was 54. His cause of death was ruled to be asphyxia from drowning. As fans grapple with the loss of Malcolm-Jamal, many are wondering if he had children with his wife, whose identity was kept private. Below, learn about Malcolm-Jamal's family. Who Is Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Wife? The name of Malcolm-Jamal's wife is unknown.