Pamela Warner, the mother of the late Malcolm-Jamal Warner, has initiated a memorial project called the “Living Legacy” to honor her son’s impactful life and career. The artist’s interactive memorial honors all of Malcolm’s accomplishments and interests. It went officially live on August 6 with the creation of a new Instagram account to keep his memory alive.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s star shone particularly bright over the course of many years in the entertainment industry. He received kudos for his Emmy-nominated acting and flourished in his music-fueled career. He contributed to four albums and was an integral part of two Grammy-nominated projects himself, going on to win a Grammy for his work. He started his artistic life at a very young age. At only eight years old, he confidently announced that he wanted to be doing this forever.
Sadly, Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s life was taken when he drowned during a swim at Cocles Beach. He was on vacation with his 8-year-old daughter when he got sucked under, as he got trapped in a rip current. Pamela wanted to make sure that friends and fans knew that her son “didn’t feel a thing.” She shared that his death just seemed like a homecoming back to where his life started.
The “Living Legacy” account will highlight various projects and causes associated with his passions, ensuring that his life’s work continues to inspire others. Pamela Warner, who announced her plans for the initiative, encouraged arts lovers to “stay tuned” in the months to come.
“Hold onto whatever part of Malcolm’s life touched yours,” – Pamela Warner
In her remarks, Pamela remembered her son as “a kind, loving man.” His most important assignment was to teach everyone else how strong they were. She emphasized that by keeping Malcolm’s spirit alive through the “Living Legacy,” individuals can honor the impact he had on their lives.
“In keeping it near, you keep his spirit alive,” – Pamela Warner
Malcolm-Jamal Warner would go on to have success as a musician as the leader of the band, Miles Long. This experience opened up his versatility and deep passion for the arts. The “Living Legacy” project aims to help make sure that all facets of his career are recognized and celebrated.
All of Malcolm-Jamal-Warner’s community and collaborators will miss him. In the meantime, Pamela continues his work in memory of her partner, bringing much needed awareness to the lasting impact he had on those around him. Through this initiative, she hopes to create a lasting connection between Malcolm and his fans, allowing them to share in the joy and inspiration he brought into their lives.
