Raven-Symone shares heartfelt tribute as brother Blaize Pearman, 31, dies due to cancer
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a heart-wrenching revelation, actress Raven-Symone has shared the tragic news of her brother Blaize Pearman's passing. The 31-year-old succumbed to a two-year battle with colon cancer, leaving the star devastated.
Raven, famous for her role in the 1980s sitcom 'The Cosby Show', took to Instagram to express her grief and provide comfort to her followers.
Raven-Symone mourns brother Blaize Pearman's death at 31
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In a poignant video posted on her Instagram account, 'The View' alum conveyed the somber news, saying, "Last month, I lost my brother. He is in a better place now. He's loved and missed. The emotions that have been coming, waving in and out of my body and mind. My family has been a little bit closer."
Raven also reflected on the emotional rollercoaster she had been on, with waves of feelings coursing through her body and mind. Despite the profound loss, she shared that her family has grown closer during this difficult time.
As Raven celebrated her 38th birthday on December 10th, the joyous occasion was overshadowed by the recent loss of her beloved brother.
The actress, visibly moved, acknowledged the outpouring of love and support from her fans but expressed the difficulty of celebrating when her brother was no longer with her.
Holding back tears behind black sunglasses in the video, Raven thanked everyone for their heartfelt condolences.
Raven-Symone reveals real-life inspiration behind powerful scene in hit show
In a candid interview with Shadow and Act in October 2021, Raven-Symone opened up about how her real-life experiences, particularly those involving her brother Blaize Pearman, influenced a compelling episode of the popular series 'Raven's Home.'
During the episode in question, the character Booker Carter, played by Issac Ryan Brown, finds himself subjected to racial profiling, encountering a police officer who stops him while driving. Raven shared that the storyline mirrored an actual event involving her younger sibling, Blaize.
In recounting the incident, Raven emphasized the challenges her brother faced due to his appearance, stating, "I relate to that. I remember my mom drilling my brother when he first got his license on the things that he had to be careful of. He’s tall, he’s Black. He wears a hoodie and jeans and maybe a jersey or a skully. And it’s like, take your hat off. Put your hands on the wheel. Yes, sir. Yes, ma’am. Respectful. And don’t question anything."
