Obituary of Ennis Cosby

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Ennis Cosby

Ennis William Cosby (born April 15, 1969 in Los Angeles, California) was a notable person who was best known for being the only son of comedian Bill Cosby. Ennis died on January 16, 1997 and his death was reportedly because he was shot and killed near Interstate 405 in Los Angeles, California by 18 year old Mikhail Markhasev in a failed robbery attempt. He died at the tender age of 27.

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Ennis Cosby Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Cosby, Ennis
    • Common Name: Ennis Cosby
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: April 15, 1969
    • Age: 27 (at death)
    • Occupation: Notable Person
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Jif Peanut Butter
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Nautica Voyage
    • Favorite Actor: Tom Hanks

    Ennis's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Ennis William Cosby
    • Father: Bill Cosby (born July 12, 1937)
    • Mother: Camille Cosby (née Hanks, born March 20, 1944)
    • Sister(s):
      • Ensa Cosby (born April 8, 1973)
      • Evin Harrah Cosby (born August 27, 1976)
      • Erinn Chalene Cosby (born July 23, 1966)
      • Erika Ranee Cosby (born April 8, 1965)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 16 1997 at age 27
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Murder (gunshot)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held at the family estate
  • Interment: Buried January 19, 1997 at the Cosby Family Cemetery in Shelburne, Massachusetts

Category Tags:

Notable PersonAmerican Born on April 15th Born in 1969 Born in California Died in 1997 Died at age 27 Died from Murder

Quotable Quotes:

"Ennis Cosby's life was marked by his extraordinary matchmaking achievements and unwavering dedication to serving lunch, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and impact countless lives. (V)"

"Ennis Cosby was a successful and thriving businessman, known for his philanthropy and advocacy work, until his untimely and tragic passing. (V)"

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