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Key Points
- Incident Details: Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowned while swimming in Costa Rica on July 20, 2023, trying to save himself from an undercurrent.
- Family Update: His mother, Pamela Warner, reports that both his wife, Tenisha, and their daughter are experiencing deep grief.
- Mother’s Reflection: Pamela has found peace with her son’s death, feeling grateful for their relationship.
- Social Response: Social media continues to express condolences and support for the Warner family during this difficult time.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner‘s mom, Pamela Warner, has shared an update on his wife, Tenisha Warner, and his daughter while setting the record straight on details surrounding his death.
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s Mom Sets Record Straight On Details Surrounding His Death
On Tuesday, September 16, ABC News published an exclusive video interview featuring Pamela Warner. During the interview, Pamela set the record straight on the details surrounding her son’s passing. As The Shade Room previously reported, it was initially asserted that Malcolm-Jamal drowned after trying to save himself and his daughter from an undercurrent while swimming on a beach in Costa Rica on July 20. Then, it was asserted that Malcolm-Jamal was swimming with a friend while his daughter was safely onshore when he was swept by the current, per The Shade Room.
“They were in the water, I think maybe chest-deep at, even at that — maybe waist-deep,” Pamela explained to Robin Roberts. “There was an undertow, and my son was not an experienced swimmer. He did not know how to deal with an undertow.”
Pamela confirmed that Malcolm-Jamal’s daughter was safely onshore when the tragedy occurred.
Pamela Warner Shares Update On Her Son’s Wife, Tenisha Walker, & Their Daughter
As the interview continued, Pamela explained that she’s come to “peace” with her son’s death.
“That was his time. That was the manner in which he was to transition, and this is what I believe and what I feel,” she explained. “I’m very grateful that I was chosen to be his mother. I think more than anything, I’m at peace with everything that happened. There was nothing left on the table. There was no shoulda, coulda, woulda. ‘I wish I would have said this, I wish I would have done this.’ I don’t have that. I feel that our journey together as mother and son was complete.”
As for Malcolm-Jamal’s wife, Tenisha, and his daughter, Pamela, explained that they are both in “deep grief.”
“Children process differently. She watched them resuscitate him, try to resuscitate him. She saw that, and I know that’s awfully, awfully traumatic. She loved her father dearly. She adored papa. He was ‘papa,’ and so they’re both in deep grief,” she explained.
Watch moments from the interview below.
Social Media Continues To Grieve Malcolm-Jamal Warner
Social media users also continued to mourn Malcolm-Jamal Warner, sharing continued prayers for his mother, Pamela, and his family in The Shade Room’s comment section.
Instagram user @supastarkenny wrote, “Such a strong beautiful and articulate queen. She has a peace on her that can only come from God. I am inspired by her wisdom and perseverance.”
While Instagram user @cyncity103 added, “He’s a product of his mom. His mom gives off EXCELLENCE, CLASS, KINDNESS, LOVING SPIRIT! It’s no wonder he was such a SUCCESS! JOB WELL DONE! Son worth bragging about”
Instagram user @celebkitty wrote, “That ‘Grief Cry’ is REAL. It is bottomless and the most painful cry you will ever cry. 😢
While Instagram user @dez_browne added, “Mom seems so soft and loving, may God protect her soul and spirit from this heartbreak”
Instagram user @beyoutiful_chas wrote, “Yall not hearing her she said ‘ there was nothing left on the table. There was no shoulda coulda wouldas, I wish I would’ve said this I wish would’ve done this’ she gave her son his flowers while he was here❤️ idk who needs to hear this but Regrets hurt, let that grudge go‼️
While Instagram user @grandbarbz_moment4lyfe added, “Listening to her speak is like listening to Phylicia Rashad so elegant but also very heart breaking to hear 💔
Instagram user @robbin1e wrote, “THE STRENGTH… the majesty. My god! I know I’m supposed to be working, but this… this stopped me dead in my tracks. May God continue to fortify and bless them all.☮️🙏🏽
While Instagram user @jadenikaylah added, “Lord please cover his family 🙏🏽
Instagram user @jaweb706 wrote, “Oh that poor child. To witness her father’s last moments at such a young age.
While Instagram user @kuwtfamily added, “Like I’m crying all over again. Momma Warner I’m so so sorry for your loss. I see why MJW was so outstanding. Look who raised him. 🙏🏾
Instagram user @ms.silverburg wrote, “I am in awe of this woman- thank you for sharing your son with us. This is a powerful interview ❤️
While Instagram user @miladawn added, “Still doesn’t feel real 😢 RIP Malcom💔
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