Raven Symone revealed that her brother Blaize Pearman passed away after bravely battling colon cancer. In a touching video on Instagram, the former Disney star opened up about the emotional rollercoaster she’s been riding since his passing. The video came just a day after her 38th birthday, making her celebrations feel bittersweet.
“My special day this year was a little bittersweet,” Raven confessed in the video. “Last month, I lost my brother Blaize. He was battling colon cancer for about two years, and he is in a better place now. He is loved and missed, and the emotions that have been waving in and out of my body and mind and family have been a rollercoaster.”
In the heartfelt clip, Raven thanked everyone for the amazing birthday wishes, showing gratitude for the outpouring of love and support she has received. She then went on to express the difficulty she has faced in coming to terms with her brother’s passing. It’s clear that Raven has been struggling with the range of emotions that come with grieving such a profound loss.
But in true Raven fashion, she also teased some exciting news for what would have been her brother’s birthday, December 16th. “I love you Blaize. His birthday is December 16th and forever will be. I love you guys. My family on Instagram, my family at home, and my family and friends, you guys have been such an amazing support system, and I love you all. Have a wonderful holiday season,” she said, ending the video on a note of love and gratitude.
In the caption, Raven continued to express her gratitude while acknowledging the difficulty of fully celebrating knowing that her brother is no longer with her. The post was flooded with supportive messages from fans, friends, and loved ones, all of whom rallied behind Raven during this difficult time.
Raven’s wife, Miranda Maday, simply wrote, “Love you.” Others left heartfelt condolences and words of comfort, highlighting the impact that Raven’s openness and vulnerability have had on those who care about her.
It’s clear that Raven’s strength and resilience have shone through during this difficult time. Even as she navigates the complexities of grief, she continues to radiate love, gratitude, and hope.
We send our heartfelt condolences to Raven and her family during this time of loss. And we can’t wait to see what exciting news she has in store on her brother’s birthday. As always, Raven, we admire your strength and appreciate your openness. Stay strong, and know that you have an army of supporters behind you every step of the way.
