Raven-Symone Pays Tribute to Late Brother Blaize who Succumbed to Colon Cancer
Raven-Symone sadly announced on Instagram the heartbreaking loss of her beloved younger brother, Blaize, who passed away at 31 after bravely fighting colon cancer for two years He will forever be cherished and deeply missed by all who loved him
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Raven-Symoné marked her 38th birthday without her younger brother, Blaize Pearman, by her side.
In a video posted on Instagram on Monday, December 11, Raven expressed her gratitude for the heartfelt birthday wishes. She also shared that her celebration was tinged with sadness due to the recent passing of her brother, Blaize, who had been fighting colon cancer for two years. She mentioned that despite the bittersweetness, she is comforted by the thought that he is now in a better place.
Lydia Gaulden and Christopher Pearman, Raven’s parents, welcomed Blaize in 1991, six years after the Disney star was born. Tragically, Blaize lost his battle with cancer at the age of 31. Although he did not pursue a career in Hollywood like his sister, he did appear alongside her on an episode of Celebrity Family Feud in 2008.
Raven expressed, "He is dearly missed and the emotions that have been flowing through me and my family have been difficult to navigate. But I love you, Blaize. His birthday is December 16th and always will be."
Raven expressed her gratitude to her family, friends, and followers, calling them an incredible support system. She finished by wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season and promising new content in the new year.
In the caption, Raven mentioned that it's difficult to fully celebrate her birthday without a certain someone, and hinted at more to come on December 16.
Raven-Symone and her brother Blaize at the premiere of ‘Dr. Dolittle 2’ at the Avco Theater in Los Angeles, Ca on June 19, 2001. Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Many celebrities expressed their well-wishes in the comments section. Sabrina Bryan, Raven’s former co-star in Cheetah Girls, wrote, “I am so sorry to hear this news Raven! You were always such an awesome big sister who loved and adored her baby brother! Sending healing prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.” Kiely Williams, another member of Cheetah Girls, also offered her condolences by saying, “I am so sorry. There are no words that can ease this kind of pain, but I hope you can find moments of peace and comfort in the weeks and months ahead. You and your family are in my prayers.”
High School Musical actress Monique Coleman expressed her affection for Raven by sending her "so much love," with support coming from Raven’s College Road Trip co-star Kym Whitley, who wrote, "I love you baby girl and happy birthday. I’m hugging you️."
Raven’s wife, Miranda Maday, shared the video on her Instagram Story on Monday, captioning it with two doves and a broken heart emoji. The day before, she shared a heartfelt birthday tribute for Raven.
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"30 years have passed and the only noticeable changes are the eyebrows and the hair. I adore you," wrote Maday, 36, alongside a recent photo and a flashback picture of her partner. "Happy birthday my cutie." The couple started dating in 2015 and got married five years later in an intimate ceremony officiated by Grey’s Anatomy star Debbie Allen.
