Raven-Symoné[a] Christina Pearman-Maday[7][8] (née Pearman; born December 10, 1985[9]), also known as Raven, is an American actress, singer, and director. She has received several accolades, including five NAACP Image Awards, two Kids' Choice Awards, three Young Artist Awards, and five Emmy Award nominations. In 2012, she was included on VH1's list of "100 Greatest Child Stars of All Time".[10]