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Chestnut Pays Tribute to Late Co-Star Malcolm-Jamal Warner
27 Oct
Summary
- Chestnut recalls fond memories of working with Warner on 'The Resident'
- Chestnut admired Warner's character Theo Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show'
- Warner passed away in an accidental drowning in July 2020
In a recent interview, actor Morris Chestnut pays tribute to his late co-star Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who passed away in an accidental drowning in July 2020 at the age of 54. Chestnut, who starred alongside Warner on the medical drama 'The Resident' in 2019 and 2020, recalls his co-star's protective nature on set and the lasting impression Warner's iconic 'Cosby Show' character Theo Huxtable had on him.
Chestnut, now 56, says he "still can't believe that Malcolm's no longer here." The two actors became close during their time on 'The Resident', with Chestnut noting that Warner was "such a good dude" who looked out for everyone on the show. Chestnut also reflects on how Warner's portrayal of Theo Huxtable resonated with him, even before he decided to pursue acting himself.
In the months since Warner's passing, his wife Tenisha has shared glimpses of their loving relationship, while his mother Pamela has spoken about the family's grief and adjustment. Chestnut, who played neurosurgeon Barrett Cain on 'The Resident', looks back on the "class-act" cast he was a part of, including Matt Czuchry and Jane Leeves. The medical drama ran for six seasons on Fox from 2018 to 2023.
