Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Malcolm-Jamal Warner

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner

How Malcolm-Jamal Warner built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner is an American actor, musician, and poet best known for his role as Theodore Huxtable on the iconic NBC sitcom, The Cosby Show (1984–1992), a performance that garnered him an Emmy nomination. His career extends beyond this defining role, encompassing leading parts such as Malcolm McGee in the sitcom Malcolm & Eddie (1996–2000), Dr. Alex Reed in Reed Between the Lines, and Dr. AJ Austin in the medical drama The Resident, showcasing his versatility across different genres of television.

1984: Starred in The Cosby Show

In 1984, Malcolm-Jamal Warner began his role as Theodore Huxtable on the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show.

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1986: Emmy Nomination

In 1986, Malcolm-Jamal Warner was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the 38th Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on The Cosby Show.

1989: Directed Music Videos

In 1989, Malcolm-Jamal Warner directed music videos including New Edition's "N.E. Heart Break" and Special Ed's "I'm the Magnificent".

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1992: Directed Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS, and You

In 1992, Malcolm-Jamal Warner directed the teen-oriented public health video Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS, and You, which featured Arsenio Hall and Magic Johnson.

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1992: End of The Cosby Show

In 1992, Malcolm-Jamal Warner's role as Theodore Huxtable in the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show came to an end.

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1992: The Cosby Show Ended

In 1992, The Cosby Show ended after a successful run where Malcolm-Jamal Warner played the role of Theo Huxtable.

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1993: Hosted CBS Storybreak

In 1993, Malcolm-Jamal Warner began hosting the literacy-promoting children's show CBS Storybreak.

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1994: Hosted CBS Storybreak

In 1994, Malcolm-Jamal Warner continued hosting the literacy-promoting children's show CBS Storybreak and appeared in the film Drop Zone.

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1994: Directed Five Star's "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons"

In 1994, Malcolm-Jamal Warner directed the music video for British R&B group Five Star's "I Love You For Sentimental Reasons".

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1995: Touched by an Angel and The Tuskegee Airmen

In 1995, Malcolm-Jamal Warner appeared on Touched by an Angel and portrayed Leroy Cappy in the HBO film The Tuskegee Airmen.

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1996: Starred in Malcolm & Eddie

In 1996, Malcolm-Jamal Warner began co-starring with Eddie Griffin on the UPN sitcom Malcolm & Eddie.

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2000: End of Malcolm & Eddie

In 2000, Malcolm-Jamal Warner's role as Malcolm McGee on the sitcom Malcolm & Eddie came to an end.

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2002: Co-starred in Jeremiah

In 2002, Malcolm-Jamal Warner began co-starring as Kurdy Malloy in Jeremiah.

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2003: Performed at National Black Theatre Festival

From 2003 onwards, Malcolm-Jamal Warner performed at the National Black Theatre Festival and hosted its Poetry Jam.

2003: Released The Miles Long Mixtape

In 2003, Malcolm-Jamal Warner released his debut jazz-funk EP, The Miles Long Mixtape.

2004: Appeared in Listen Up

In 2004, Malcolm-Jamal Warner appeared in the CBS sitcom Listen Up with Jason Alexander.

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2007: Released Love & Other Social Issues

In 2007, Malcolm-Jamal Warner released his second CD entitled Love & Other Social Issues.

2008: Portrayed Cordell in Fool's Gold

In 2008, Malcolm-Jamal Warner portrayed Cordell in the film Fool's Gold, starring Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson.

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2009: Guest Starred in HawthoRNe

In 2009, Malcolm-Jamal Warner guest starred in an episode of the TNT series HawthoRNe.

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2011: Starred in Reed Between the Lines

In 2011, Malcolm-Jamal Warner began starring as Dr. Alex Reed in the sitcom Reed Between the Lines.

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2011: Guest Starred in Community

In 2011, Malcolm-Jamal Warner guest starred in an episode of the NBC series Community as Andre.

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2012: Guest Starred in Community

In 2012, Malcolm-Jamal Warner continued guest-starring in the NBC series Community as Andre, referencing his Cosby Show past.

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2012: NAACP Image Award Nomination

In 2012, Malcolm-Jamal Warner was nominated for Outstanding Actor in a comedy series at the NAACP Image Awards for his role in Reed Between the Lines.

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2014: Portrayed Lt. Chuck Cooper in Major Crimes

In 2014, Malcolm-Jamal Warner played Lt. Chuck Cooper on TNT's Major Crimes.

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2015: Continued Role in Major Crimes

In 2015, Malcolm-Jamal Warner continued his role as Lt. Chuck Cooper in TNT's Major Crimes.

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2015: Grammy Award

In 2015, Malcolm-Jamal Warner received a Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Performance for his contribution to a cover of Stevie Wonder's "Jesus Children of America" along with Robert Glasper Experiment and Lalah Hathaway. He dedicated a poem on the track to the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

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2015: Starred in Reed Between the Lines

In 2015, Malcolm-Jamal Warner reprised his role as Dr. Alex Reed in the sitcom Reed Between the Lines.

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2016: Portrayed Al Cowlings and Julius Rowe

In 2016, Malcolm-Jamal Warner portrayed Al Cowlings in American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson and Julius Rowe on Suits.

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2017: Played Julius Rowe on Suits

In 2017, Malcolm-Jamal Warner continued his role as prison counselor Julius Rowe on the sixth season of USA's Suits, and played parole officer James Bagwell on Sneaky Pete.

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2018: Appeared in The Resident

In 2018, Malcolm-Jamal Warner appeared as Dr. AJ "The Raptor" Austin on FOX's The Resident.

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2022: Grammy Nomination for Hiding in Plain View

In 2022, Malcolm-Jamal Warner's spoken word poetry album Hiding in Plain View was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album.

June 2024: Created the Not All Hood (NAH) podcast

In June 2024, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Weusi Baraka, and Candace Kelley created the Not All Hood (NAH) podcast to discuss the lives and experiences of Black Americans.