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Malcolm-Jamal Warner 
Warner at National Black Theater FestivalBorn August 18, 1970 [1]
Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.Occupation Actor, Director, Musician Years active 1982—present Malcolm-Jamal Warner (born August 18, 1970)[2] is an American television actor, film director, and musician. He is best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the long-running NBC sitcom The Cosby Show. Additionally, he appeared as Malcolm McGee on the UPN sitcom Malcolm & Eddie. He is currently starring as Dr. Alex Reed on the new BET sitcom Reed Between the Lines.
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Early life
Malcolm-Jamal Warner was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and was raised by his divorced mother, Pamela Warner, who served as his manager.[3] He was named after Malcolm X and Jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal. At the age of 9, Malcolm demonstrated an interest in show business which led to enrollment in acting schools.
Career
With appearances and roles on many television shows and films, he landed his most successful role as Theo Huxtable, the only son of Heathcliff Huxtable, who was played by Bill Cosby on the NBC sitcom, The Cosby Show from 1984 to 1992. Warner auditioned for the role on the very last day of the nationwide search and was chosen by Cosby himself. He also starred in Jeremiah, was the voice of The Producer character on The Magic School Bus and co-starred with comedian Eddie Griffin for four years on the UPN sitcom Malcolm & Eddie.
Warner was on the CBS sitcom Listen Up! with Jason Alexander and the host of the literacy-promoting children's show CBS Storybreak. He guest-starred on an episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air playing the role of Hilary's boyfriend, and has directed several music videos including British R&B group Five Star's "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons" (1994) as well as many sitcom episodes including The Cosby Show, Kenan & Kel, and Malcolm & Eddie.
In addition, Warner directed the acclaimed, teen-oriented public health video "Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS, and You" (1992), which featured Arsenio Hall and Earvin "Magic" Johnson (among others) discussing the realities of HIV and AIDS and the best ways to prevent its spread.
In 2003, Warner released his debut EP, "The Miles Long Mixtape." In 2007, Warner followed up with his second CD entitled, "Love & Other Social Issues." In 2009 he guest starred in an episode in the new TNT series HawthoRNe. In 2011 he guest starred in an episode of the NBC series Community as the ex-husband of Shirley Bennett (Yvette Nicole Brown). His character subtly referenced his Cosby Show past by wearing a "Cosby sweater" that he stated was from his dad.[4]
He is also a performance poet, and has performed at the National Black Theatre Festival since 2003, in addition to hosting its Poetry Jam.[5][6]
Personal life
Warner had a relationship with the late actress Michelle Thomas (who portrayed his girlfriend Justine on "The Cosby Show"), and was at her bedside when she died in 1998.[7] He dated actress Karen Malina White for seven and a half years, but never married.[8]
Warner is dating actress Regina King. They have known each other since the 1980s.[9]
Filmography
Year Title Role Notes 1982 Matt Houston Johnny Randolph Episode: "Stop the Presses" 1983 Fame Lucas Boyd Episode: "Ending on a High Note" 1984 Call to Glory Episode: "A Nation Divided" 1984–92 The Cosby Show Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable 1985 CBS Storybreak Host 1986 ABC Afterschool Special Charlie Curtis Episode: "A Desperate Exit" 1986 Saturday Night Live Host Episode: "Malcolm-Jamal Warner/Run-DMC" 1987 The Father Clements Story Joey NBC television film 1988–89 A Different World Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable Episodes: "My Dinner With Theo" & "Risky Business" 1989 Mother's Day Cullen Sturgis Television film 1989 Tour of Duty SPC Sweet Episode: "The Volunteer" 1990 Saturday Morning Videos Host 1990 The Real Story of Itsy Bitsy Spider Spinner 1991 The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Eric Episode: "Cased Up" 1992 Here and Now Alexander 'A.J.' James 1994 Drop Zone Terry Nessip 1994–97 The Magic School Bus The Producer 1995 Touched By An Angel Zack Episode: "There But For the Grace of God" 1995 Tyson Rory Holloway HBO television film 1995 The Tuskegee Airmen Leroy Cappy HBO television film 1996–2000 Malcolm & Eddie Malcolm McGee 1997 Moloney Episode: "The Ripple Effect" 1998 A Fare to Remember Winter Valen 1998 Restaurant Steven 1999 Sliders R.J. Episode: "My Brother's Keeper" 2001 Legend of the Candy Cane Rusty (voice) Television film 2002 Static Shock Lester Biggs (voice) Episode: "Duped" 2002 Lyric Cafe Host 2002–04 Jeremiah Kurdy Malloy 2004 Reflections: A Story of Redemption Samuel 2004 Stripperella Episode: "The Bridesmaid" 2004–05 Listen Up! Bernie Widmer 2006 The List Randy 2006 Contradictions of the Heart Miles Long Band 2006 Dexter Rita's Lawyer Episode: "Seeing Red" 2008 The Cleaner Jason Anders Episode: "Lie with Me" 2008 Fool's Gold Cordell 2009 HawthoRNe Fred Episode: "Healing Time" 2009 Sherri Kevin 2010 True Blue Walker MacRae Television film 2011 Community Andre Bennett Recurring 2011–present Reed Between the Lines Dr. Alex Reed Discography
The Miles Long Mixtape
- Released: 2003
Love & Other Social Issues
- Released: 2007
Awards and nominations
BET Comedy Awards
- 2005: Nominated, "Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series" — Listen Up
Emmy Awards
- 1986: Nominated, "Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series" — The Cosby Show
Image Awards
- 1996: Nominated, "Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series" — Touched by an Angel
- 2001: Nominated, "Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series" — Malcolm & Eddie
- 2006: Nominated, "Favorite Singing Siblings" — The Cosby Show (shared w/co-stars)
- 1985: Won, Best Young Supporting Actor in a Television Comedy Series - The Cosby Show
- 1988: Nominated, Best Young Male Superstar in Television - The Cosby Show
- 1989: Won, Best Young Actor/Actress Ensemble in a Television Comedy, Drama Series or Special - The Cosby Show (shared w/co-stars)
- 1990: Won, "Best Young Actor Supporting Role in a Television Series" — The Cosby Show
Books
- Theo and Me: Growing up Okay (1988) - ISBN 0-5252-4694-0 (with Daniel Paisner)
References
- ^ Malcolm-Jamal-Warner Biography (1970-)
- ^ Malcolm-Jamal-Warner Biography (1970-)
- ^ Malcolm-Jamal Warner Biography (1970-)
- ^ Gonzalez, Sandra (2011-01-21). "'Community': Did you think Malcolm Jamal Warner was the best pick to play Shirley's ex?". Entertainment Weekly. http://popwatch.ew.com/2011/01/21/community-recap-malcolm-jamal-warner/. Retrieved 2011-01-26.
- ^ Burger, Mark (2003-07-27). "NATIONAL BLACK THEATRE FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS YEAR, BIGGER THAN EVER, FEATURING NEW WORKS, SOME OLD FAVORITES AND PLENTY OF ENTERTAINMENT". Winston-Salem Journal. http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/journalnow/access/488314431.html?dids=488314431:488314431. Retrieved 2011-01-26.
- ^ "National Black Theatre Festival Poetry Page". http://www.nbtf.org/poetry.html. Retrieved 2011-01-26.
- ^ Dougherty, Steve (1999-01-11). "Forever Young". People. http://www.people.com/people/archive/article/0,,20127316,00.html. Retrieved 2011-01-12.
- ^ Jackson, Charreah (2009-04-10). "Flashback Fridays: Malcolm-Jamal Warner". Essence. http://www.essence.com/news_entertainment/entertainment/articles/flashback_fridays_malcolm_jamal_warner/. Retrieved 2011-01-12.
- ^ "Regina King 'not engaged' to Malcolm-Jamal Warner". USA Today. 2011-01-11. http://content.usatoday.com/communities/entertainment/post/2011/01/regina-king-not-engaged-to-malcolm-jamal-warner/1. Retrieved 2011-01-12.
External links
- Malcolm-Jamal Warner at the Internet Movie Database
- Malcolm-Jamal Warner Official Website
- Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Miles Long on Myspace
- Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Twitter Official Twitter
Categories:- 1970 births
- Actors from New Jersey
- African American television actors
- African American television directors
- American child actors
- American film actors
- American television actors
- American television directors
- Living people
- People from Jersey City, New Jersey
- Spoken word soul
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