Raven-Symoné Mourns the Death of Her Father and Former Manager, Christopher Pearman

Raven-Symoné, the beloved actress known for her roles in “The Cosby Show” and “That’s So Raven,” is mourning the loss of her father and former manager, Christopher Pearman. The 38-year-old star announced his passing on Instagram with a heartfelt post and a touching childhood photo of the two of them embracing.

Pearman, who managed Symoné’s career alongside her mother, Lydia Gaulden, played a significant role in her early success in Hollywood. From her start on “The Cosby Show” at just three years old, Symoné’s career continued to flourish under her parents’ guidance. However, by 2010, she had decided to take control of her own career, a decision her father fully supported.

In a statement to NPR in 2010, Pearman expressed his pride in his daughter’s independence, stating, “She got to a point…she said, ‘Daddy, I can run my own company.’ And I’m like, ‘You know, you have the tools.'” Despite stepping back from managing her career, Pearman maintained a close relationship with Symoné, emphasizing that there was no animosity over the transition.

Tragically, Pearman’s death comes less than a year after Symoné lost her younger brother, Blaize Pearman, to colon cancer. In a touching tribute on Instagram, Symoné expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from her fans during this difficult time.

As Symoné navigates this latest loss, fans and followers are sending their condolences and support to the actress and her family during this challenging period.