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Raven-Symoné Christina Pearman-Maday is an American actress, singer, and television personality.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Raven-Symoné Christina Pearman-Maday is an American actress, singer, and television personality. She first gained prominence as a child actor on *The Cosby Show* and later became widely known for starring as Raven Baxter in Disney Channel's *That's So Raven*. She reprised that role in *Raven's Home*, which she also executive produced.

Early life and career

Raven-Symoné was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and began acting as a child. Her early television roles included Olivia Kendall on *The Cosby Show* and Nicole Lee on *Hangin' with Mr. Cooper*.

Breakthrough with Disney

She became widely known for the title role in *That's So Raven*, a Disney Channel series that ran from 2003 to 2007. The role established her as a major youth television star.

Later television work

She returned to the character in *Raven's Home*, which aired from 2017 to 2023. She also served as an executive producer on the series. Her Disney Channel shows, including *That's So Raven* and *Raven's Home*, were also broadcast in Canada through Disney Channel and other channels.

Music and other work

In addition to acting, Raven-Symoné has pursued a music career and worked in television-related roles beyond acting. She is also credited with voice and film work in several Disney-related productions.

Key facts

  • She began her career as a child actress, appearing as Olivia Kendall on *The Cosby Show* and Nicole Lee on *Hangin' with Mr. Cooper*.
  • She starred as Raven Baxter in *That's So Raven* from 2003 to 2007.
  • She reprised Raven Baxter in *Raven's Home* from 2017 to 2023 and served as an executive producer.
  • She has also worked as a singer and released music projects during her career.
  • Her professional name is commonly styled as Raven-Symoné or simply Raven.
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Canadian context

Raven-Symoné is known to Canadian audiences through Disney Channel programming and widely distributed American television series that also aired in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Raven-Symoné?
Raven-Symoné is an American actress, singer, and television personality best known for starring in *That's So Raven* and *Raven's Home*.
What was Raven-Symoné's first major role?
Her early breakthrough was as Olivia Kendall on *The Cosby Show*.
What is Raven-Symoné best known for?
She is best known for playing Raven Baxter on Disney Channel's *That's So Raven*.
Did Raven-Symoné return to *That's So Raven*?
She reprised the character in the sequel series *Raven's Home*.
What other fields has Raven-Symoné worked in?
She has also worked as a singer and television personality, in addition to acting.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raven-Symon%C3%A9
    Supports: Career highlights, early roles, *That's So Raven*, and *Raven's Home* dates
  2. Wikipedia Simple English — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raven-Symon%C3%A9
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and early career details
  3. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raven-Symon%C3%A9
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, nationality, and occupations