Interview with Raven Symoné!
Actress, singer, songwriter, comedian, dancer, television producer, and model, Raven-Symoné is a powerhouse of strength and talent. Raven was introduced to America as the sassy loveable Olivia from The Cosby Show. In recent years, Raven has been more commonly known for her roles as Raven Baxter in the Disney Channel hit series That’s So Raven and Galleria Garibaldi in the Cheetah Girls movies. You can catch Raven on ABC Family in her new show, State of Georgia, where she plays a vibrant young woman who moves to NYC with her best friend in hopes of becoming the next big movie star. Check out all the latest on Raven in our exclusive interview below!
GLITTER: How did you land your big break in the entertainment industry?
RAVEN: I was on a show called The Cosby Show. I auditioned for Ghost Dad; I didn’t get the part but the people who were casting for Ghost Dad were casting for The Cosby Show and that was Sydney Poitier. And that was my big break.
GLITTER: What is your greatest achievement to date?
RAVEN: My greatest achievement to date would have to be my sanity.
GLITTER: What was it like working on Disney’s The Princess Diaries II: Royal Engagement?
RAVEN: Opposite Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews, it was absolutely amazing! I love Julie Andrews and I love Anne Hathaway. I always loved Mary Poppins and it was such a wonderful set working with Debra Martin Chase and the director as well and – ahh! it was amazing.
GLITTER: You have worked with some of the greatest comedians of our time, like Bill Cosby and Eddie Murphy. What have you learned from them?
RAVEN: I’ve learned a lot of stuff from all the comedians that I’ve worked with but mostly it’s the professionalism and to always know that this is a job.
GLITTER: What genre of film is your favorite to work on? Romance? Comedy? Drama?
RAVEN: That would have to be a comedy. I’ve done others but that’s my favorite.
GLITTER: How does your work as a producer differ from acting?
RAVEN: Well, there’s a lot of differences because they’re different titles; it’s different requirements. I love being a producer. I love being in control. I love being part of the creative process. And I love acting where I get to create within someone else’s creations.
GLITTER: In your career, are there any goals you have yet to reach?
RAVEN: Oh, many! But that’s for me to know and for you guys to see later in the future.
GLITTER: What is the best thing about being in the public eye?
RAVEN: Ooh, goodness. What is the best thing about being in the public eye? You get to promote what you love to do.
GLITTER: Are there any additional projects we should look out for?
RAVEN: Always. Music and other projects with my name. Not necessarily starring but also producing.
GLITTER: As a role model to girls all over the world, do you have any advice every teen needs to know?
RAVEN: Every teen needs to know that life continues and it’s very very fun and it’s very difficult. Take it with a grain of salt. Brush your shoulders off and keep on cracking.
