Larry King Now Season 6 Episode 29 Malcolm-Jamal Warner On Music, Politics, & Cosby
- TV-14
- September 27, 2017
- 23 min
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the Emmy-nominated actor, musician, and producer, sits down with Larry King for an insightful conversation on music, politics, and the impact of the Cosby controversy on his life and career. In this episode of Larry King Now season 6, Warner shares his thoughts on the power and responsibility of music, particularly in the age of Trump and the Black Lives Matter movement. Drawing on his experience as a musician, he speaks about the role of artists in shaping politics and society, and the tension between commercial success and political activism.
Warner also opens up about his relationship with Bill Cosby, his former mentor, co-star, and friend, who has been accused of sexual assault by more than 60 women. Warner discusses how he has processed the allegations against Cosby, his own memories of working with him, and the way that the scandal has impacted his personal life.
Throughout the interview, Warner exhibits his characteristic intelligence, insight, and humor, as he weighs in on a wide range of topics, from the importance of black representation in media, to the challenges of balancing art and activism, to the legacy of the iconic sitcom The Cosby Show. Whether you are a fan of Warner's acting or music, or are simply interested in his perspective on some of the most pressing issues of our time, this episode is sure to offer a thought-provoking and engaging look into the mind of a multifaceted artist and thinker.