Actress Raven-Symoné recently addressed controversial comments she made during a 2014 interview with Oprah Winfrey, which resurfaced online and sparked debate once again. During a recent episode of her podcast Tea Time With Raven and Miranda, the 38-year-old clarified that her statement about not identifying as "African American" was taken out of context. The comments gained renewed attention after being mentioned by Bill Maher on his show Real Time With Bill Maher, in a discussion about race and identity. Raven expressed that the backlash she faced following the interview had a significant impact on her and led to feelings of being misunderstood and judged. She further elaborated on her views, emphasizing that while she acknowledges her Black heritage, she identifies primarily as an American. Raven's reflections on her past remarks shed light on the complexities of identity and belonging in today's society.
