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Raven‑Symoné Says She Separates Cosby’s Alleged Misconduct From ‘Cosby Show’ Legacy

Speaking on a Nov. 3 podcast, the former child star emphasized the show’s cultural impact alongside Cosby’s serious accusations.

Overview

  • On the Hate to Break It to Ya podcast, she said, “Separate the creator from the creation,” calling The Cosby Show a work that “changed America” and television.
  • She acknowledged Cosby “has been accused of some horrific things” and said that does not excuse his alleged behavior, which she considers part of his personal life.
  • Symoné, who played Olivia Kendall from 1989 to 1992, said the series and its cast and crew deserve recognition and credited them with launching her career.
  • More than 60 women have accused Cosby of sexual assault or harassment spanning decades, allegations he has denied.
  • Cosby’s 2018 aggravated indecent assault conviction was overturned by Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court in 2021 due to a prior non‑prosecution understanding, and he was released after nearly three years.