Raven-Symoné Through The Years: Photos

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Christina Casiano

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Raven-Symoné: From Child Star To TV Icon — Photos

Raven-Symoné: From Child Star To TV Icon — Photos — Not very many artists are world-renowned by a single name, but ask anyone who watched TV in the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. They for sure know the name Raven!

Raven-Symoné has appeared in some of the most iconic TV shows of all-time, including her own Disney Channel series, ‘That’s So Raven,’ which ran from 2003 to 2007. She currently stars in the spinoff series ‘Raven’s Home.’ She notably starred in Disney Channel Original Movies like ‘Zenon’ and ‘The Cheetah Girls’ films. Before her Disney Channel days, she got her start as Olivia Kendall on ‘The Cosby Show.’

As she grew up in the industry, she added titles like singer, producer, and talk show host to her resume, as well as out and proud activist in the LGBTQ community. From her big beginnings to the spotlight, to her recent surprise wedding to Miranda Maday, here are highlights over the years of Raven’s exciting life.

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‘The Cosby Show’

‘The Cosby Show’ — Raven is probably best known by those who grew up in the 80s as Olivia Kendall, the precious step-granddaughter of title star Bill Cosby, in ‘The Cosby Show.’ From 1989 to 1992, she kept the Huxtable family on their toes with her adorable antics.

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Raven At The 1991 Emmy Awards

Raven At The 1991 Emmy Awards — While ‘The Cosby Show’ would go on to win only 6 Emmys during its run, it was nominated countless more times. Raven attended the International Emmy Awards in 1991 at just 5 years old.

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Young Raven-Symoné

Young Raven-Symoné — Raven-Symoné, here at just 4 years old, already had the maturity and skill to demonstrate safety features of doll furniture during a press conference at The Plaza Hotel in New York. She was out and about all the time during her ‘Cosby Show’ days!

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Raven And Her Parents

Raven And Her Parents — Raven enjoys a moment with her parents, Lydia (Gaulden) and Christopher Pearman, as they celebrate the continued success of ‘The Cosby Show’ in 1990. She rocked this adorable red outfit.

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Raven Growing Up

Raven Growing Up — In 1993, one year after ‘The Cosby Show’ ended, Raven-Symoné landed the role of Nicole Lee in ‘Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper.’ She made her debut in the first episode of the show’s second season, and remained until the series finale in 1997.

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‘Doctor Dolittle’

‘Doctor Dolittle’ — As she got older, Raven transitioned into making movies, again starring alongside some of the most notable actors of the time. In 1998, she starred alongside Eddie Murphy in the film, ‘Doctor Dolitte.’

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Raven In The New Millennium

Raven In The New Millennium — Raven is one of the orignal Disney darlings. She attended the premiere of ‘Finding Nemo’ in this yellow tracksuit.

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‘That’s So Raven’

‘That’s So Raven’ — Along with being the star of her own Disney Channel show, Raven-Symoné also recorded music for the series ‘That’s So Raven.’ She attended the CD signing of the show’s soundtrack in New York City.

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Raven-Symoné At The KCAs

Raven-Symoné At The KCAs — Raven walked away with an iconic orange blimp in 2004 after winning Favorite Television Actress for her role in ‘That’s So Raven.’ She’d win the award again in 2005 and would be nominated 4 more times for the part!

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Raven-Symoné. At ‘College Road Trip’ Premiere

Raven-Symoné. At ‘College Road Trip’ Premiere — Coming into her own, by the time Raven-Symoné filmed the Disney comedy, ‘College Road Trip,’ she had spent nearly her entire life in front of the camera. She starred in the movie with Martin Lawrence.

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Raven-Symoné At NYFW

Raven-Symoné At NYFW — Along with being a film and TV star, Raven-Symoné prides herself on being both a humanitarian and one stylish lady. She proudly walked the runway at the Heart’s Truth Red Dress Collection Show in New York during the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

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Raven-Symoné At People’s Choice Awards

Raven-Symoné At People’s Choice Awards — Raven-Symoné walked the People’s Choice Awards carpet in Los Angeles in this gorgeous black outfit. She struck a fierce pose on the blue carpet!

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Raven-Symoné At 2011 Teen Choice Awards

Raven-Symoné At 2011 Teen Choice Awards — Raven-Symoné has attended a number of Teen Choice Awards over the years. She’s been nominated 4 times.

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Raven-Symoné In The ‘Sister Act’ Musical

Raven-Symoné In The ‘Sister Act’ Musical — Eventually, Raven-Symoné brought her talents to the stage, playing Whoopi Goldberg’s character in the smash ‘Sister Act’ musical show in 2012. This was her Broadway debut.

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Raven-Symoné At Urban World Film Festival

Raven-Symoné At Urban World Film Festival — Coming into her own, Raven-Symone admitted in an interview with ‘Variety’ that she didn’t feel comfortable in her own skin until she was in her late 20s. But once she did, everything changed. ‘While it was a selfish thing for me to keep my secret to myself for as long as I did, I am very happy that I’m out, if only to help someone else feel comfortable,’ Raven-Symoné told ‘Variety.’

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Raven-Symoné At ‘Zoolander 2’ Premiere

Raven-Symoné At ‘Zoolander 2’ Premiere — In an iconic run-in, Raven-Symoné famously claimed that she was booted from a red carpet interview to make room for Kendall Jenner. ‘I get it,’ she said on ‘The View’ the day after. ‘I definitely respect those who get it. However, I’m doing an interview with someone, and the producer of this show, she goes ‘Move! Move! Get Kendall! Get out of the way!’ Excuse me?’

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Raven-Symoné At White House Correspondent’s Association Dinner

Raven-Symoné At White House Correspondent’s Association Dinner — Raven-Symoné suited up with a matching tie and shoe combo for the
White House Correspondent’s Association Dinner in Washington, D.C, on April 30, 2016. She rocked this fierce outfit at the event.

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Raven-Symoné At Radio Disney Music Awards

Raven-Symoné At Radio Disney Music Awards — Raven-Symone made the 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards a black tie affair with an uber elegant outfit. She made her look pop with a bright pink lip.

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Raven-Symoné At A Legacy of Changing Lives Gala

Raven-Symoné At A Legacy of Changing Lives Gala — Raven-Symoné brought color and flare to the ‘A Legacy of Changing Lives Gala’ in 2018. This black, red, yellow, and blue ensemble was an outfit to remember!

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Raven-Symoné At 45th Annual Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards

Raven-Symoné At 45th Annual Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — In 2018, Raven-Symoné proudly walked down the red carpet for the
45th Annual Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards in LA. ‘Raven’s Home’ was among the nominees!

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Raven-Symoné At ‘The Lion King’ Film Premiere

Raven-Symoné At ‘The Lion King’ Film Premiere — Though not a part of the ensemble cast, Raven-Symoné made a fierce arrival to the ‘The Lion King’ film premiere in July 2019. Raven actually recorded a modernized rendition of ‘Circle of Life’ in 2003 with the Disney Channel Circle of Stars.

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