Malcolm-Jamal Warner on Theo's Dyslexia 

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They didnt celebrate dyslexia, they celebrated knowing what to do, to help Theo be successful.

That show really help alot of children in real life

Like how is he still this Fine 🤷🏽

Watching that episode explained to me why I had problems in school

His hair looks good

I loved the episode, "Theo's Gift" from "The Cosby Show." I applaud that television sitcom addressing dyslexia, and learning differences that wasn't discussed in the world. One of my favorite episodes! And, at the series finale, Theo graduated from college! He came a long way.

The Cosby show was so important

This is Why The Cosby Show needs to be brought back as Dr. Huxtable. It is a Dire Need for People Today especially in Rural Areas. It needs to be centered around Theo working out of his Father's old office as a Top Level Behavioral Psychologist

I was diagnosed with dyslexia later and life and I celebrated too! I knew I wasn’t dumb but things just didn’t click. I used to fail most tests and I just scraped by. After, I learned techniques and everything changed. I have a Series 7 securities license, Series 63 securities license, I have a teachers license and a Real Estate license.. all with dyslexia and ADHD. Thank God for my diagnosis.

My favorite part of that episode is when Vanessa got on her parents about the situation

That was a powerful Cosby episode. Mr. Cosby is a real man (flaws and all) who was fearless in bringing issues (real people) to light.

I'm 46 now and I remember vividly the moment I saw that episode when it originally aired and everything made sense. I was clearly dyslexic but I hadn't even heard the term before that episode..

I know I'm about the 1000th person to say it, but how is this dude 52 years old. He looks 30! Theo was always my favorite character as I could relate to being the only boy in a house full of sisters. Malcolm has always seemed like such a humble, caring, intelligent soul. Very happy to see him age into his OG years so gracefully

~ This was a huge moment for my family; avid ‘The Cosby Show’ watchers. The thing is, my Dad is dyslexic and, before this episode, it was challenging - for even his close family - to understand what that meant. He’s such a determined (and intelligent) person. I grew up hearing my Dad read the likes of Shakespeare, Chaucer, Poe to Angelou very regularly (aloud) for “pleasure”. He’s a great public speaker and the first Black Stockbroker of North Carolina. So, it was hard to understand the concept of him having learning difficulties. The irony is, as I went through school, I struggled with math; in every subject, except math, I would do well (or excel). It was such a challenging thing for me to experience. And, quite a blow to my confidence. I, now, understand that feeling of relief/joy in finding out about a learning disability. After finishing university, I was diagnosed with Dyscalculia. #savantsyndrome #neurodiversity 🙃

Yes he's looking good!!

I love the episode with Stanley in the after school program.

It was because of Cosby's show.

Looking good malcolm

I think he is so fine

This was such an amazing show. One of the only Black shows with a neurodivergent child. I use it now to reach my kids lessons about family, personal responsibility, honesty. The lessons are timeless

Interesting and educational 🎬👍🏾

Smart Homie of Mines went to Morehouse in the Late 80's & was Associates with Enos Cosby. Never met him but everyone said he was Cool & Humble. if possible REST Well Brother Cosby!!!

When you think you might have it too and look it up and realize, nah I'm just really slow 😆.

Malcolm reminds me of that cool, down to earth extended family member that you don't often see at the family reunions all the time. Lol

There was so many good episodes that were progressively positive and informative as well! I love the fact Bill didn’t just want Actors but Scholars! People who want to Learn about things outside of themselves. ❤

My mom had me test for dyslexia in 9th grade because after living with my dad and step mom for 2 years and my step mom calling me stupid and yelling at me every report card i was convinced i was dumb. My mom wanted to show me I wasn't dumb and give me my confidence back. I dont think people understand how shows of normal people going through life have an effect on other people.

I just love this guy and his growth.

I love how transparent he was and he spoke on things that most people have over the years either sugar coated or tried to avoid and he was very direct. It's still weird to hear him curse because he's still Theo to me. Lol! He spoke intelligently and respectfully and I wonder if his father/parents picked that role for him because it aligned to their morals and standards in which they were raising him. I also appreciate how private he is. He reminds me so much of my older brother still it's so crazy looks, mannerisms, speech and laugh it's so crazy.❤❤❤❤ The Cosby show definitely changed a generation fir the better and is a monarch and a staple for who we can be if we tried as a community. The Cosby Show will always be relatable and just as current as it was in the 80's and early 90's until the end of this system of things.

You did great in that show

Best character on the show

Malcolm Jamal Warner is an extremely handsome man .

I remember when I found out I was dyslexic and I saw this episode, which is so crazy. And I felt seen!!!

That is so great! 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

Theo was real, caring, and wonderful. He having that was the first.💕💕💕😍❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥😍❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

This was a major turning point in my moms life. As a married mom of 2 she finally had an answer for struggles. And it was right. She’s loves reading now but just takes it easy.

MJW grew into a superb actor. so wonderful to see.

Yesterday, I didn't know it was Saturday. I had to make an important call, & was letting it ring over & over.

Dyslexia has hurt me and help me with my creativity when it comes to art. I c things that others don't.

Handsome dude!

He has matured!

This man is Gods Grace

I love The Cosby Show.

I was happy to. I now know what I am going through. Thank you.

I think “they,” the Huxtable parents were ecstatic about the dyslexia diagnosis because it meant that Theo wasn’t lazy; and not because he wasn’t dumb.

Tore' looks like a Dollar Tree Eric Benet'

loved the show. loved the characters and they all did well. A+

YESSSS!!!!! Malcom is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😉😉😉😉😉😉😉

real talk Real life must be talk about that accomplishment 💯! CAN HAPPEN!

I always side eyed Claire and cliff for not apologizing to Theo for how hard they were on him...yea they didn't know but when they did they could have at least said our bad

They celebrated knowing what "IT" was once you know that you can fix it

Bill Cosby’s Edutainment Legacy is AWESOME!

cosby show was fire. i dont care what ppl think of cosby the man...dude created great shows that showed black ppl in a good light, had great messages and it was funny as hell w/o the bafoonery. c'mon cosby and a different world was the go to on thursday nights.

ADHD usually goes along with dyslexia

Thanks you

Just watched that episode yesterday.

The G.O.A.T! 🎭🎭🎭🎭🎭🎭💵💵💵💵💵

I have a form of Dyslexia called surface dyslexia it's when you can read just fine but the words go into your brain and come out of your mouth slow. that's the best way I can describe it however I'm a member of Mensa and didn't develop dyslexia until after I had a stroke

A lot of the themes were drawn from life ..Bill has four daughters and one son( sadly his son I think was killed).

Wow ! Malcolm looks good.😊

yess. I remember that too I had problems in school

Theo/Malcolm will always be like my big brother.

facts 💯 %

The cosby show was the best show. No vulgarity, no kissing scenes etc, good clean wholesome family comedy. Love Bill Cosby and all the charecters. We will not have another show which can match that show

I use that line TILL THIS DAY! it's real...the Gordon Gartrel joints too when Denise efed up Theo's shirt

Facts

Silver spoons has a dyslexic character Alfonso

So true

Today people still don't understand. Look at the way they treat R. Kelly.

Butter Brown Brown

Isaiah 35:5,6 Isaiah 25:8 John 5:28 Revelation 21:3,4 Psalms 37:10,11 Psalms 37:29

Schisandra berry tea will crush dyslexia...

I'm sad That he was hiding a problem..

Um it helped me..

The Honorable Dr. Cosby took a lot of shots for us, and we turned on him everytime. So what do we deserve?

Morning. Tornado. I worried about you. Y have good. Day

You are grown now. It's just Bill 😐

Ennius was my friend.In Atlanta.He use to workout at Lee Haney’s Animal Kingdom where I managed.He was a really cool brother considering who his father was.

It helped me to know what I had