Raven-Symoné admits jealousy of Gabourey Sidibe's career

Raven-Symoné revealed on her podcast 'Tea Time w/ Raven and Miranda' that she experienced jealousy towards Gabourey Sidibe after Sidibe's breakout role in 'Precious' in 2009.

Symoné explained that she envied Sidibe's access to stylists and designers, as Symoné felt she had to procure her own wardrobe during her early career. Sidibe responded by noting the difference between her own body type and Symoné's past struggles with weight in the fashion industry.

Sidibe also shared that she believed Symoné disliked her, citing alleged instances where Symoné discouraged others from befriending her. This included a specific memory from a cast outing during a 2015 appearance on 'Empire.'

Symoné's wife, Miranda Maday, mediated the conversation, acknowledging Symoné's sometimes cold demeanor but asserting she wouldn't actively sabotage friendships. Symoné eventually admitted to telling people not to bring Sidibe around her, attributing it to past insecurities.

The podcast hosts presented the discussion as a resolution, with Maday even extending a neighborly invitation to Sidibe. The episode concluded with a social media post suggesting the past issues were resolved.