Playa Grande lifeguards claim they were “not present” on the beach at the time of Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s death due to lack of “resources.”

“We deeply regret the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner at Playa Grande. He was swept away by a strong rip current and died by drowning,” the Caribbean Guard, Costa Rica’s volunteer lifeguard association, said in a Monday, July 21, statement via Facebook. “It all happened very quickly, and although there were people on the beach who entered the water to rescue him, they did not arrive in time. He was pulled from underwater without vital signs, and despite CPR maneuvers being performed on the beach, resuscitation was unsuccessful.”

The Guard added that Playa Grande, well known by “local surfers,” is one of their “most challenging beaches,” noting that there are signs in both Spanish and English “warning of the danger of death due to drowning.” While the Guard has patrolled there “over the past few years,” they claimed that they were “not present” at the time of Warner’s death.

“Due to recent aquatic incidents in Playa Negra, we had redirected resources there and to Chiquita, another iconic beach known for its strong currents,” the statement claimed before appealing to Costa Rica’s president, Rodrigo Chaves Robles, and the government. “From Caribbean Guard, a volunteer lifeguard association, we make an urgent appeal to the President of the Nation, the national government, the Municipality of Talamanca, and the entire Caribbean community to continue joining forces to minimize this problem, which, sadly, is on the rise ACROSS THE ENTIRE COUNTRY.”

The statement alleged, “We do everything within our reach. We have saved numerous lives in recent years, and if Caribbean Guard didn’t exist, the number of drownings would be counted in dozens. We give everything we have to minimize the risks, but without help from the government, clear public policies, and strong support from local business owners, this will continue to happen.”

News broke earlier on Monday that Warner died at the age of 54 after an accidental drowning. Costa Rican National Police told ABC News that The Cosby Show star’s official cause of death was ruled as asphyxia, which occurs when an individual doesn’t get enough oxygen in their body.

Us Weekly later confirmed that the Costa Rican Red Cross was alerted to a water-related incident at Playa Grande, Cahuita, Limón, via the 9-1-1 emergency system on Sunday, July 20, at 2:10 p.m, and when authorities got the alert, three ambulances were dispatched to the scene.

Warner’s body has since been transferred from Limón to the Forensic Medicine Unit in San Joaquín de Flores for an autopsy. Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Department shared with Us that a preliminary investigation showed that Warner “appeared to have entered the sea and was apparently swept away by a current.”

According to the Red Cross, emergency personnel attended to two adult male patients at the scene. As of this publishing, a 35-year-old man who hasn’t been identified was transported in critical condition to the local clinic and his current condition is unknown, while CPR was performed on Warner, who was declared dead at the scene. The spokesperson confirmed that both Warner and the second individual were “involved in the same incident.”

Warner had been in Costa Rica since July 13. He is survived by his wife and daughter, whose identities were never revealed.

As fans around the world mourn the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, Carrie Underwood delivered an emotional and respectful tribute by performing his 1991 ballad “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” The moment took place during her 2023 appearance on The Howard Stern Show, long before Osbourne’s passing — but now resonates even more deeply.

Carrie Underwood’s Lifelong Love for Rock Music

While Carrie Underwood rose to fame as a country superstar, she’s never hidden her love for hard rock and metal music. Growing up in a religious household in Oklahoma, her musical influences spanned genres — and Ozzy Osbourne was at the top of her list.

During the interview with Howard Stern, Carrie said:

“I remember being a teenager discovering my own musical taste, and my mom being very much against me listening to Ozzy.”

Despite that, she stood by her admiration for Osbourne’s artistry, explaining that his catalog includes not only heavy riffs and dark themes, but also emotional, melodic songs like “Mama, I’m Coming Home.”

An Emotional Tribute to the “Prince of Darkness”

Carrie’s performance was more than a cover — it was a deeply personal and powerful moment. Before singing, she explained how much she respects Ozzy and wanted to honor him properly.

“I just want to be respectful. We had asked permission, and Sharon was very, very sweet about it,” Underwood said, referring to Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife of 43 years, who remained by his side until his death on July 22, 2025.

Carrie’s rendition of “Mama, I’m Coming Home” highlighted the emotional depth of the original. The song, written by Ozzy and Zakk Wylde, was originally a tribute to Sharon and became one of the most enduring ballads in rock history.

With her soaring vocals, Underwood brought the lyrics to life in a new way, blending power with vulnerability.

Howard Stern Reacts: “Do That Again”

After the performance, Howard Stern was visibly moved and asked Underwood and her band to repeat the harmonies, saying:

“That was so beautiful. Can you do those harmonies again?”

Underwood smiled and graciously obliged, adding to the intimacy and magic of the moment. Fans who watched the performance online were quick to share their admiration, with one viewer writing:

“Ozzy would be proud. That cover gave me chills.”

A Career of Cross-Genre Respect

This wasn’t Underwood’s first time dipping into rock territory. Fans will remember when she brought out Axl Rose during her headlining set at Stagecoach 2023, performing a surprise duet of “Sweet Child O’ Mine.” Her live shows often include a cover of “Welcome to the Jungle,” a clear nod to her lifelong love for hard-hitting rock classics.

Her willingness to blend genres, pay respect to legends, and do so with grace and sincerity is part of what makes Carrie Underwood one of the most versatile and respected artists in today’s music scene.

“For the One I Love Most”: The Night Prince William and Andrea Bocelli Turned the Royal Albert Hall into a Love Letter for Kate

It was meant to be a night of elegance and music — a gala concert at London’s Royal Albert Hall featuring the great Andrea Bocelli. The audience, a sea of evening gowns and black ties, buzzed with anticipation for the maestro’s timeless voice. But no one knew the real magic was still to come — and that it would come from a royal heart.

After a breathtaking performance of “Con te partirò,” the lights began to dim. Applause rippled, but then stilled. From the wings, Prince William emerged. Alone.

Gasps echoed through the grand hall. In full black tie, William stepped into the spotlight. His voice, clear but trembling with emotion, broke the silence.

“Tonight isn’t just about music. It’s about memory… about love. This next piece is for the one I love most.”

From the front row, Princess Kate looked up, stunned. Her eyes welled instantly.

Then, from behind him, Andrea Bocelli reappeared — not with a full orchestra, but with only a single pianist beside him. The opening chords rang out, soft and reverent. William turned to face the microphone again.

And he began to sing.

Not perfectly. Not like a professional. But like a husband pouring his soul into every word.

The melody — a new arrangement co-written with Bocelli’s team — was gentle, aching, filled with quiet devotion. And when William’s voice faltered, Bocelli stepped in, lifting the song to the heavens with his soaring tenor. The blend of royal sincerity and operatic brilliance stunned the room into utter stillness.

Behind them, a screen lit up with candid, never-before-seen footage of William and Kate:
Their wedding day. A beach walk with George, Charlotte, and Louis. A snowball fight in the mountains. A kiss, caught on a balcony.

People held their breath. Many cried.

Kate sat motionless, hand over her heart, tears streaming freely. This wasn’t a performance. It was a love story, sung aloud.

As the final note shimmered into silence, William looked straight at her — no words, just a gaze filled with twenty years of quiet, loyal love.

And Kate stood.

No applause broke the moment, only tears and stunned reverence from a crowd that had just witnessed something deeply human.

Later, Andrea Bocelli would tell reporters, “It was not about technical perfection. It was about truth. And truth, in music, is the rarest gift.”

One attendee said, “I’ve seen royal pageantry before, but tonight… tonight I saw a man in love.”

No clip of the performance has been released — only a still image of William and Bocelli standing side by side, and Kate’s tearful smile in the crowd.

But those who were there say they’ll never forget it. Because in that sacred moment, a prince sang not to impress the world, but to honor the woman who holds his world.

And the world, listening quietly, remembered what love really sounds like.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor perhaps best known for starring in the TV sitcom “The Cosby Show” as son Theodore “Theo” Huxtable, has died at 54.

Warner drowned off the coast of Costa Rica on Sunday, Costa Rican National Police told ABC News. Warner’s official cause of death was asphyxia, police said.

Warner died near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, police said. Police said he was caught by a high current in the water and was discovered Sunday afternoon.

Warner was formally identified by Costa Rica’s national police.

Warner played Theo Huxtable for all eight seasons of “The Cosby Show,” which ran from 1985-1992, receiving an Emmy nomination for the role.

Warner also starred with Eddie Griffin in the 1996-2000 sitcom “Malcolm & Eddie,” and as Dr. Alex Reed in the BET sitcom “Reed Between the Lines.” He also appeared in guest roles on dozens of television shows over the years.

Warner most recently starred in the Fox medical drama “The Resident” for five of the show’s six seasons.

Born Aug. 18, 1970, Warner caught the acting bug early in life and attended and graduated from The Professional Children’s School in New York City.

He made his first television appearance in an episode of the TV series “Matt Houston” in 1982 and also appeared in the “Fame” television series the following year.

In 1984, he landed his role in “The Cosby Show” alongside Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Lisa Bonet and more.

In 2023, Warner appeared on “Live with Kelly and Mark” and shared how he got the role.

“When my agent submitted me, they were looking for a 6-foot-2-inch 16-year-old,” he said at the time. “Because it was a running joke — Mr. Cosby’s son at the time was 15 and was [6 feet, 2 inches tall].”

He said that they weren’t able to find someone with that criteria, so his agent resubmitted him for the role and he auditioned.

“I was literally the last person they saw,” he said.

The role earned Warner an Emmy nomination in 1986 for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series.

Warner spoke to Bevy Smith about the legacy of “The Cosby Show” in 2023, saying, “There’s a generation of us who went to college, they sought out higher education because of that show. There’s a generation of us that went and got married and had loving relationships with each other and their children because of that show.”

He added, “That impact is irreversible.”

Following “The Cosby Show,” Warner continued to appear in several television series including “The Michael J. Fox Show,” “Key & Peele,” “American Horror Story” and “Sons of Anarchy” in 2014, as well as “Suits” and “American Crime Story” in 2016.

In 2011, he starred in the BET comedy series “Reed Between the Lines,” alongside Tracee Ellis Ross.

He also starred in several films, including “The List” in 2007, “Fool’s Gold” in 2008 and “Shot” in 2017.

In 2015, Warner earned a Grammy Award for best traditional R&B performance alongside Robert Glasper Experiment and Lalah Hathaway for their cover of Stevie Wonder’s “Jesus Children of America.”

He told Questlove in 2023 that he was 26 when he started playing the bass as a hobby while working on “Malcolm and Eddie.”

He also spoke about playing the bass in a 2015 interview with ForBassPlayersOnly.com, saying, “I always say the bass chose me because as a kid, the bass was always thing thing that resonated with me.”

“I got my first record player when I was 8 and the first record I stole from my mom’s collection was Grand Central Station,” he added. “So at 8 years old, that’s what would hit me.”

Warner also earned a Grammy nomination in 2023 for best spoken word poetry album for “Hiding In Plain View.”

In June 2024, Warner started the podcast “Not All Hood” with Candace Kelly, where they talked about mental health in the Black community and more.

He told People in May 2024 that the podcast was a space for him to “be as vulnerable as I allow myself to be.”

“So many of our Black images and so much of our Black music shows one side of our Black culture,” he said. “We want to make sure that we can balance that out with the many other aspects of Black culture out there.”

In 2013, Warner told the Archive of American Television that his “proudest achievement” in life was “being able to have a post-Cosby life and post-Cosby career and still have my head on as straight as possible.”

“I’ve had such an awesome life,” he said at the time. “I’ve got my ups and downs and all of that, but if I die tomorrow, I know I would go with a smile on my face.”

He added, “I have peace of mind and for me, you can’t put a price on that. And I can definitely say that I feel successful in my post-Cosby life and having a peace of mind.”

Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away at the age of 76. In a statement, Osbourne’s family confirmed his passing on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

Ozzy Osbourne on stage with Black Sabbath c. 1970. | Source: Getty Images

Kelly, Ozzie, Sharon, and Jack Osbourne on stage during the 2008 Brit Awards in London. | Source: Getty Images

Jack Black and Ozzy Osbourne on stage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony on October 19, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. | Source: Getty Images

After years of guarding her private life, Susan Boyle stunned the world—not just by getting married in a breathtaking fairy-tale ceremony, but by turning the moment into an unforgettable concert of love and legacy.

Held in a sun-kissed outdoor stadium with 50,000 fans-turned-guests looking on, the moment already felt surreal. But then, the unthinkable happened.

As Susan stood beaming beside her new husband, a hush swept through the crowd. Stepping onto the stage, like a vision from a dream, were Adam Lambert and Josh Groban—two of the greatest male vocalists of our time. They weren’t there for publicity. They were there for Susan.

In a gift that stunned even the bride, the two vocal powerhouses delivered a surprise duet—melding their voices in spine-tingling harmony under glistening lights. The emotion? Off the charts. Susan? A picture of pure joy, wiping away tears as their voices wrapped the evening in magic.

For a woman whose voice once brought Simon Cowell to stunned silence and melted hearts around the world, this was her moment to simply receive love back—tenfold.

And as the final notes echoed into the summer air, something extraordinary happened.

50,000 people fell completely silent.

No cheers. No noise. Just awe. It was as if time had frozen, sealing the moment into legend.

Susan Boyle didn’t just get married.
She gave the world a fairytale.
And in return, the world gave her the standing ovation of a lifetime.

In the quiet hours of July 18, as the first light touched Pompano Beach, Florida — the city where Connie had spent her final years — a sacred silence fell over an old church adorned in white. Inside, grief and gratitude intertwined in a ceremony as deeply personal as it was historical. The voice of Andrea Bocelli, Italy’s most beloved tenor, soared through the vaulted ceiling with “Ave Maria,” a hymn not just of faith but of farewell — each note trembling with sorrow, reverence, and legacy.

The casket lay beneath a blanket of white roses. Standing beside it, Bocelli held a single white bloom in his hand — not as a performer, but as a mourner. Before him was the portrait of Connie: a woman who carried the dual soul of Italy and America in her voice, who broke barriers in music, and whose resilience touched generations.

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Among the guests were music legends Dionne Warwick and Patti LaBelle, standing shoulder to shoulder in quiet tribute. They did not speak. They didn’t need to. Their bowed heads, wet eyes, and gentle hands resting on folded programs said everything. Behind them, pews were filled with Connie’s extended family — many of whom had traveled across Florida to say goodbye. Some held rosaries. Others clutched tissues. All held memories.

Then came the moment that broke the room.

Connie’s niece — her closest living relative — stepped forward, holding a small piece of paper in hands that trembled. Her voice cracked as she spoke:
“Aunt Connie, you taught us that music wasn’t about fame. It was about truth. About surviving. About giving even when your heart was breaking. We will keep singing as you did — with gratitude, and with love that never ends.”

Muffled sobs echoed across the room. Patti LaBelle was seen wiping her eyes. A choir of young voices quietly hummed behind them — a generation inspired by the woman whose music defied time and circumstance.

And then, for a moment, everything stilled. Bocelli stepped forward one last time, not to sing, but to gently place the white flower atop the casket. A gesture of silence. A benediction. A goodbye.

As the final chords faded and the bells began to toll, it became clear: this was not simply a funeral. It was a final symphony. A convergence of legacy and love. A moment when grief gave way to gratitude — when one woman’s voice, now gone from this world, was lifted again by the voices she left behind.

Connie didn’t just leave a song.

She left a choir.

She left a home.

She left a light.

And in that church, on that July morning, the light didn’t go out.

It rose.

Princess Charlotte Reportedly Underwent a “Royal Crash Course” With Princess Anne and Could Inherit Her Title

Princess Charlotte is only 10 years old, but she’s already preparing for her future role within the Royal family

According to the Express, Charlotte has reportedly undergone a “royal crash course” with Princess Anne. Charlotte’s training will allegedly prepare her for all aspects of royal life as she grows up. “Anne’s ‘training,’ if you will, isn’t just about rank, file, and curtsies either,” an insider told Woman magazine, via the Express.

The insider continued, “She’s shown her how to spark conversations, but also how to end one and move on without upsetting anyone. That was a tough one for Kate to learn, but Charlotte was born into royalty so is used to the subtle signals and messaging the royals give to stay in control of a situation.”

“Charlotte was born to royalty so is used to the subtle signals and messaging the royals give to stay in control of a situation.”

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There have also been rumors that Charlotte could one day inherit Princess Anne’s official title, The Princess Royal. As the title is usually held by the monarch’s eldest daughter, it makes sense that Charlotte could inherit the name once her dad, Prince William, becomes King. However, only one person can be known as The Princess Royal at a time, meaning that Charlotte can only receive the title after Princess Anne has died.

During an appearance on the “Palace Confidential” podcast, the Daily Mail‘s Richard Eden confirmed (via the Express), “Traditionally, the Princess Royal would be the eldest daughter of the monarch so when William becomes King, it is likely that Princess Charlotte, if Princess Anne is dead, may be our future Princess Royal.”

“Princess Charlotte… may be our future Princess Royal.”

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Eden also noted that Charlotte didn’t necessarily have to accept the title, should it one day be offered. “She could do, who knows,” Eden said during his podcast appearance. “Who knows what the future holds, but that has been the tradition in the past, that it is the eldest daughter of the monarch.

Country superstar Blake Shelton has shared a heartfelt tribute following the sudden and tragic passing of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, known to millions as Theo Huxtable from The Cosby Show. In a rare and deeply personal gesture, Shelton posted an emotional acoustic rendition of his 2003 hit “The Baby”, a song he hadn’t performed in years, calling it his final farewell to a man whose life “was a gift to every screen he touched.”

Shelton, visibly emotional in the black-and-white Instagram clip, sat alone with his guitar, softly strumming the opening chords of “The Baby,” a song about love, loss, and the unbreakable bond of memory. Fans immediately recognized the significance: the song’s themes mirrored the heartbreaking news of Warner’s unexpected passing at the age of 54 — at a time when his career, artistry, and personal life were in full bloom.

“This One’s for Malcolm”: A Personal Message from Blake

In the caption, Blake wrote:

“I never thought I’d be playing this again, but today… it felt right. For a man who grew up in front of us, and stayed true to himself behind the scenes. Rest easy, Malcolm. This one’s for you.”

The video has already received millions of views, with fans flooding the comments to express their grief, gratitude, and admiration for both Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Shelton’s powerful gesture.

A Life That Touched Generations

Warner, who rose to fame in the 1980s as the charming and relatable Theo on The Cosby Show, had over the years quietly evolved into one of Hollywood’s most respected talents — with Emmy-nominated performances, critically acclaimed poetry albums, and a reputation for mentorship and integrity.

Many remember him not just as a sitcom icon, but as a symbol of positive Black fatherhood and family values, particularly in the eyes of ’80s and ’90s kids who saw themselves in the Huxtable home.

“The Baby” – A Song Reopened, A Wound Shared

For longtime country fans, “The Baby” is one of Blake Shelton’s most intimate songs — a heartbreaking ballad about losing a loved one too soon. The fact that Blake chose this track — one he’s admitted to rarely revisiting due to its emotional weight — speaks volumes about how deeply Warner’s passing resonated with him.

“Malcolm was the kind of man you didn’t have to know personally to feel his presence,” Blake said in a follow-up Story. “He meant something to all of us growing up — that’s rare. That’s real.”

Tributes Pour In From Across Hollywood

Shelton’s tribute joins a wave of emotional responses from fellow stars, including Viola Davis, Zendaya, Don Cheadle, and Keisha Knight Pulliam, all of whom shared personal stories of Warner’s grace, mentorship, and lasting legacy.

“He never let the industry change who he was,” Davis wrote. “He was brilliance, grounded in kindness.”

A Final Farewell That Brought Two Worlds Together

Though they came from different genres and backgrounds, Blake Shelton and Malcolm-Jamal Warner shared something deeper: an ability to connect with people’s hearts, whether through music or performance. In choosing to honor Warner with “The Baby,” Shelton reminded fans of something simple yet profound — that grief is a shared language, and the best tributes come from a place of truth.

As fans replay the clip and reflect on the life of a man who shaped so many childhoods, one comment stood out among the thousands:

“Theo was the brother we all grew up with. Blake gave him the goodbye we didn’t know we needed.”

Rest in peace, Malcolm-Jamal Warner. You were loved, and you will be missed.

Flash floods swept across central Texas on Friday. More than 80 people have died, and many are missing, according to the Associated Press. Flooding struck as the Guadalupe River surged by more than 20 to 26 feet within 90 minutes, which caused widespread devastation and forced mass evacuations.

Flood warnings have been activated by the National Weather Service across Texas, and many of these are expected to last until at least Monday morning. Flooding is the second-deadliest weather hazard in the U.S. after extreme heat, according to NWS data.

What To Know

The Harber sisters died while on a family trip to Casa Bonita, a gated community in Hunt, Texas, their aunt Jennifer shared in a message posted to a GoFundMe page.

The two girls had been staying with their grandparents, Charlene and Mike Harber, both of whom are currently still missing.

The girls’ parents, RJ and Annie were staying in a separate cabin nearby. They woke to the sound of rushing water at around 3:30 a.m. and tried to shatter a window to reach their daughters, but the force of the water prevented them from being able to reach the home where the daughters were.

Jennifer wrote in the GoFundMe that Brooke Harber had texted her father and her maternal grandparents at 3:30 am saying, “I love you.”

The sisters were found 15 miles away in Kerrville.

“When they were found their hands were locked together,” the GoFundMe reads.

The GoFundMe described what had occurred as a “nightmare.”

What People Are Saying

A GoFundMe set up for the family reads in part: “RJ and Annie’s daughters, Brooke (11) and Blair (13), were with their beloved grandparents, Charlene and Mike Harber, when they tragically lost their lives in the devastating floodwaters in Hunt, Texas. The family is now facing an unimaginable loss and a very long road ahead.”

Senator Ted Cruz, a Texas Republican, wrote in an X post on Saturday: “Heidi and I continue to lift up in prayer the families of the victims. It is imperative that all Texans heed the warnings and guidance of law enforcement. Please stay safe.”

What Happens Next

On Sunday, President Donald Trump approved a “Major Disaster Declaration” for Kerr County, which unlocked federal assistance for rescue and recovery operations.

Multiple local, state and federal agencies are continuing search and rescue operations amid the debris from the flood.