Overview
- Speaking on Jamie Kennedy’s Hate to Break It to Ya podcast, Raven-Symoné said she distinguishes Bill Cosby’s personal conduct from his professional influence.
- She stated, “Separate the creator from the creation,” adding that The Cosby Show “changed television” and shaped American culture.
- Raven-Symoné described the accusations as “horrific” and emphasized that recognizing a show’s impact does not excuse alleged misconduct.
- She appeared as Olivia Kendall on The Cosby Show from 1989 until the series ended in 1992.
- Cosby’s 2018 conviction for aggravated indecent assault was overturned in 2021 due to a prior nonprosecution assurance linked to his civil deposition, following accusations from more than 60 women.