Raven-Symoné Clarifies Stance on Racial Identity, Emphasizes American Identity

The actress revisits her 2014 comments, stressing she never denied her Blackness but prefers to identify as 'an American'.

Raven-Symoné revisits her 2014 comments on racial identity, clarifying she never denied her Blackness but rejected the 'African American' label.
The actress emphasizes her American identity, explaining her roots and history contribute to her self-perception as simply 'an American.'
Symoné addresses the backlash and misunderstanding of her comments, highlighting the difference between being Black and being African American.
She reflects on the impact of labels on identity, advocating for a broader understanding of American identity beyond racial labels.
The discussion resurfaces in light of a segment on 'Real Time With Bill Maher,' prompting Symoné to clarify her stance on race and identity once more.