Malcolm-Jamal Warner Body to Be Flown to Los Angeles ... Remains Released to Family

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner's body will soon return to Los Angeles after his body was released to his family following the completion of an autopsy … TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell us the actor's remains were turned over by the Judicial Morgue on Wednesday morning, following the completion of his autopsy. We're told Warner's body is scheduled to leave Costa Rica on Thursday and will arrive in Los Angeles on Friday morning.

We are told the U.S. Embassy is working with the family on returning the body to the United States.

Matthew Perry Death Dr. Plasencia Pleads Guilty

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A doctor charged in connection with "Friends" star Matthew Perry’s ketamine death has officially entered a guilty plea.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia just pled guilty to 4 counts of distributing ketamine in front of Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett in L.A. federal court Wednesday -- Plasencia is the fourth of five people charged in the "Friends" star's tragic 2023 death.

Plasencia is now staring down a max of 10 years per count in federal prison when he’s sentenced on December 3.

Ozzy Osbourne Sisters Say He Was Coming to Visit ... Death 'Came as a Shock'

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Ozzy Osbourne's sisters say he was making plans right up until his death ... telling a UK-based outlet their little bro was supposed to come visit them before he passed away.

Jean Powell and Gillian Hemming -- Ozzy's older sisters, who still call him by his birth name "John" -- spoke to The Mirror Wednesday ... telling the publication they knew Ozzy was frail, but his death still came as a shock to them.

The sisters say they saw Ozzy at his farewell show in Birmingham, England ... and, though they didn't get a chance to chat with him because of the evening's chaotic nature, they made plans to see him this week.

Ozzy Osbourne Memorabilia Up For $ale After Death

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The Prince of Darkness lives on after death ... at least in the form of some of his stage-worn clothes ... which are being auctioned off to the highest bidder.

Ozzy Osbourne memorabilia is featured in a new collection of items hitting the auction block at Gotta Have Rock and Roll ... including a stage-worn black jacket from the "Retirement Sucks" tour.

The Black Sabbath frontman autographed and inscribed the custom jacket, which comes with tails ... and the auction house estimates it will sell for $20,000.

OZZY OSBOURNE GAGA, LAUPER SHOW LOVE DURING CONCERTS

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Ozzy Osbourne's death has rocked the music world ... and some of the biggest names in the industry are paying homage to the rock legend on stage.

Lady Gaga celebrated the Black Sabbath frontman at the end of her San Francisco performance Tuesday night ... by blasting his biggest hit "Crazy Train" through the Chase Center's speakers, she and her team of performers took their bows.

Gaga struts across stage in a black beanie and opens up her jacket to make sure the whole crowd can see her t-shirt that reads "Ozzy Osbourne." As the music blares, she bops her head and jumps up around with her crew ... and the crowd is all in.

Raven-Symoné Consoled By Wife Over Malcolm-Jamal Warner Tragedy

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Raven-Symoné was rocked by the shocking news of her former 'Cosby Show' costar Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s death -- so much so, her wife was seen consoling her big time.

Catch the clip Tuesday ... Raven makes it clear she’s not holding up well, admitting she’s already been through a lot of family losses -- so Malcolm-Jamal’s death was just a lot for her to take in.

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It was clear Raven needed a moment to let the heartbreaking news sink in ... because at one point, her wife Miranda Maday was seen hugging her tightly for support.

Ozzy Osbourne Dead at 76

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Legendary rock singer Ozzy Osbourne has died ... TMZ has learned.

In a statement to TMZ, the Osbourne family says Ozzy died Tuesday "surrounded by love." The cause of death is unclear.

The Osbournes say ... "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning."

Ozzy's family continues ... "He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."

The statement was signed by Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis.

Ozzy Osbourne Sports World Mourns Death ... Favorite Teams Pay Tribute

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Ozzy Osbourne's death rocked more than just the music industry -- his favorite teams, the Aston Villa Football Club and St. Louis Blues, were devastated by his passing ... and honored the heavy metal icon with emotional tributes on social media.

Osbourne's family revealed the Black Sabbath leader and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer was "surrounded by love" when he passed away on Tuesday morning.

Fans from around the world paid tribute with sweet messages ... including Aston Villa, which Ozzy supported over the years. In fact, earlier this year, fans held a massive tifo of the English singer.

Ozzy Osbourne Remembered by the Stars After Death Travis Barker, Marilyn Manson, More

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There's no question that Ozzy Osbourne left a lasting legacy on the rock world, and tributes are pouring in from his fellow musicians following the news of his death Tuesday.

Black Sabbath swiftly shared a recent performance pic of the rocker smiling on stage ...  remembering him by simply writing "Ozzy Forever." As you know, he became a founding member of the heavy metal band in 1967 but was canned in 1979 due to his substance abuse issues ... though later returned to perform with the band off and on for several years beginning in 1997.

Travis Barker and YUNGBLUD -- who performed at Ozzy's final Black Sabbath show on July 5 -- posted for him as well.

Ozzy Osbourne Emotional Final Concert ... Weeks Before Death

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Ozzy Osbourne showed a ton of emotion in his final concert with Black Sabbath ... opening up onstage about how hard the past few years had been on him.

Check out this clip from the rock icon's July 5 show with his band at Villa Park in Birmingham, England ... Ozzy is explaining how hard his life has been since his diagnosis of the rare genetic condition, Parkinsonism ... similar to Parkinson's disease.

Ozzy came out onstage in his signature all black look and sang heavy metal from a bat throne. He told the hometown crowd it took a lot of people's hard work to make the concert happen ... shouting out his wife Sharon, and Tom Morello.

Ice Cube on Malcolm-Jamal Warner He Brought Realness To TV

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Ice Cube tells us he will always remember Malcolm-Jamal Warner for being an honest reflection of the African-American community ... and Cube says MJW's a great actor who will be missed!!!

TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Cube as he trekked through LAX with a heavy heart Monday ... like the rest of the world, Cube was mourning the sudden death of the 'Cosby Show' alum.

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We broke the story ... MJW died Sunday in Costa Rica from an accidental drowning on a family vacation. He was swept away by a strong current and drowned at Costa Rica's Playa Grande beach.

Prince William, Prince Harry Cousin's Cause of Death Revealed

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Prince William and Prince Harry's 20-year-old cousin Rosie Roche died from a traumatic head injury.

Roche was found dead in her home in England last week and her cause of death was reported Tuesday by multiple British news outlets, citing the Wiltshire and Swindon coroner.

William and Harry's cousin was the grandchild of Princess Diana's uncle ... and her dead body was reportedly discovered by her mother and sister, and a gun was found nearby.

Adam Sandler Mourns Malcolm‑Jamal Warner's Death ... Recalls 'Cosby Show' Bond

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Adam Sandler took a moment to press pause on the "Happy Gilmore 2" premiere hype -- all to share his heartfelt thoughts on the tragic death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner.

Speaking from the NYC premiere, Adam said he couldn’t believe the news -- and reflected on the good ol' days, remembering how he got his start on "The Cosby Show" as a teen alongside Malcolm-Jamal, who was around the same age.

From taking walks to shooting hoops and hitting parties, Adam told Entertainment Tonight he and Malcolm-Jamal built a real bond while filming the series.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner No Lifeguard on Duty During Tragic Drowning

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No lifeguard was on duty when Malcolm-Jamal Warner got swept away by a strong current and tragically drowned at Costa Rica’s Playa Grande beach, according to new details.

In a Facebook post, Costa Rica’s volunteer lifeguard group, the Caribbean Guard, said lifeguards had patrolled the area in recent years -- but at the time of Malcolm-Jamal’s death, none were present due to lack of resources.

The FB post also described Playa Grande as a notoriously challenging beach, with signs in English and Spanish warning of drowning risks.

Prince William, Prince Harry Cousin Found Dead With Gun Nearby

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Prince William and Prince Harry lost a family member ... because one of their cousins was found dead in England ... and there was a gun nearby.

Rosie Roche, the grandchild of Princess Diana's uncle, was found dead at her family home in Norton on July 14 ... according to The Sun.

William and Harry's cousin was reportedly found by her mother and sister ... and there was a firearm recovered near her body. She was said to have been packing for an upcoming trip with her friends.

Dog The Bounty Hunter Stepson on Psych Hold After Accidently Fatally Shooting His Kid

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Dog the Bounty Hunter's stepson Gregory Zecca has been placed on a psychiatric hold as he grieves the death of his son, who was killed in an accidental shooting at the Zecca residence.

A rep for the family tells TMZ ... Greg has been put on a 5150 psychiatric hold because he is so devastated by the loss of his only son, Anthony ... and we're told there were concerns Gregory might try and take his own life.

The rep tells us the hold is because Greg is stricken by grief and not because he feels guilty of a crime in relation to the shooting.