On July 20, 2025, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the beloved ‘Cosby Show’ star, passed away tragically while on a family vacation in Costa Rica. Caught in a strong rip current at Cocles Beach, he was swept out to sea and despite rescue attempts, succumbed to asphyxia by submersion. His untimely demise sheds light on the peril of rip currents, emphasizing the significance of ocean safety for all beach attendees. Learn about how rip currents can swiftly turn deadly and the essential precautions to take for safe ocean swimming.
