Surviving Fame, Finding Love, & The Bill Cosby Effect — Malcolm-Jamal Warner Unfiltered

Listen to this episode from Hot & Bothered on Spotify. Actor, musician, and generational icon Malcolm-Jamal Warner sits down with Melyssa Ford for a deep, vulnerable, and unfiltered conversation about legacy, fatherhood, and surviving the spotlight from childhood through adulthood. From growing up on The Cosby Show to evolving beyond the shadow of “Theo,” Malcolm opens up about his personal journey — including his rocky start in love, why he once chose not to marry or have kids, and what changed when he finally met the woman who became his wife. He shares how becoming a father later in life shifted everything, his experience navigating grief and the loss of childhood friends, and why choosing his roles with intention matters more than ever. The two also explore The Cosby Show’s complex legacy, his creative life as a musician, and why he celebrates Black history every day — not just in February. This episode is about growth, grace, and building a legacy on your own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices