Malcolm-Jamal Warner Reveals Why He Needed a Daughter to "Soften Him Up"

In a recent segment from 'The Breakfast Club,' acclaimed actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner offered candid insights into his experience with fatherhood, revealing a deliberate intention to welcome a daughter into his life. Warner shared that he and his wife had a clear vision of having a girl even before conception, a decision he felt was crucial for his personal growth as a parent. 'I knew that I needed a girl first to kind of ease me into it because I have a pretty good idea of what kind of father I would be,' Warner stated. He elaborated on the belief that a daughter would 'soften him up,' preparing him for the unique dynamics of raising a girl. He stressed the profound influence a father has on a daughter's development, noting that 'all of that starts with the father.' Warner conveyed his deep involvement in his daughter's life since her birth, underscoring the importance of his role in shaping her journey.

Distractify

Malcolm-Jamal Warner Kept His Daughter out of the Public Eye — Here's What We K…

Malcolm-Jamal Warner died in 2025, leaving behind a wife and daughter. Here's what we know about his family.