Raven-Symoné Was Told Not To Eat As A 7-Year-Old While On The Cosby Show
Growing up is hard enough on its own. But, when you’re Raven-Symoné and acting in front of millions of people and catching the attention of Hollywood, the pressure can be intense. When she was seven years old, Symoné starred on The Cosby Show and was told to do things most seven-year-olds would never be directed to do.The Cosby Show starred controversial actor Bill Cosby. As well as Keshia Knight Pulliam and Lisa Bonet. The ’80s sitcom “centers on the lives of the Huxtables: obstetrician Cliff and his lawyer wife Claire, their daughters Sondra, Denise, Vanessa, and Rudy, and son Theo. Based on the standup comedy of Bill Cosby, the show focused on his observations of family life. Although based on comedy, the series also addresses some more serious topics, such as learning disabilities and teen pregnancy.”Body positivity and embracing yourself are essential, and for Symoné, it didn’t come naturally, especially while working on The Cosby Show and then later with Disney Channel.
Who Was Raven-Symoné on The Cosby Show?
Symoné played the adorable Olivia Kendall. Her character was Denise Huxtable’s stepdaughter. Olivia is the only child of Martin and Paula Kendall. When her parents got a divorce, Martin got full custody. Then, Olivia’s father marries Denise Huxtable, and they move in with her parents, Claire and Cliff Huxtable, making them Olivia’s step-grandparents.
Symoné’s character was in 63 episodes from season six to season eight. Symoné was three years old when she first appeared on the show. But, when she was seven years old, Symoné was told something highly inappropriate to say to a child.
What Was Raven-Symoné Told When She Was Seven and on The Cosby Show?
When Symoné was on The View, she recalled being fat-shammed at only seven years old. While starring on The Cosby Show, Symoné would get reprimanded or told not to eat from the adults.
“I remember people would be like, ‘You can’t eat that. You’re getting fat!’” she says. But, at seven years old, Symoné didn’t understand why she wasn’t allowed to eat when hungry.
