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Best known as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, Malcolm-Jamal Warner is set to guest-star on the next two episodes of Major Crimes as an SIS Officer tasked with protecting Rusty. Warner spoke about his role, and what attracted him to Major Crimes, in a new interview with Blackfilm.com
How would you describe your role on Major Crimes?
Malcolm-Jamal Warner: I play Lt. Chuck Cooper, a SIS detective who investigates high crimes suspects, big time robberies, and kidnappings. The Special Investigation Section are the guys the LAPD call in to do the heavy lifting.
Could this two episode arc lead into a recurring role down the road?
MJW: Anything is possible. I would like that.
Having been on TV on different shows for many years, what was the attraction to doing this series?
MJW: I like single camera work versus multi-camera. I’m also a fan of the cast of ‘Major Crimes.’ Mary (McDonnell) and I work together off-Broadway about three years ago, so it was great working with her on television.
Playing an authority figure is new for you.
MJW: Yeah. I’m always looking to do roles I haven’t done before and that was one of the attractions to doing the show.
Had you watched any of the episodes or ‘The Closer’ prior to doing your arc?
MJW: Yeah. I was a fan of that show and the cast members who went on to ‘Major Crimes.’
Besides the two episodes that you are in, what’s a good reason to watch Major Crimes?
MJW: I think it’s a good show with a really great cast. All of the actors are very strong, so whenever you have a show with a strong ensemble, it’s very interesting to watch.