Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry is an American actor, director, screenwriter and playwright. He got his start as a playwright in Atlanta in the 1990s. Perry later turned his plays such as I Can Do Bad All By Myself (1999) and Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2001) into films. He is best known for his Madea character, who he has portrayed in his plays, films and TV shows. Perry has also appeared in the movies Gone Girl (2014), Vice (2018) and Don't Look Up (2021).

Full Name: Emmitt Perry Jr.
Hometown: New Orleans
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Born: 09/13/1969
Age: 52

FAQs

Who is Tyler Perry married to?: Tyler Perry isn't married. Perry began dating model Gelila Bekele after meeting her at a Prince concert in 2007, but he announced in 2020 that they had split.
Where is Tyler Perry Studios?: Tyler Perry Studios is located in Atlanta. The 330-acre lot used to be home to Fort McPherson army base.
How old is Tyler Perry's son?: Tyler Perry's son Aman Tyler was born in 2014. He shares his son with ex-girlfriend Gelila Bekele

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Oscars 2022 In Memoriam Features Special Tributes to Betty White, Sidney Poitier and Ivan Reitman

Tyler Perry honored Sidney Poitier, Bill Murray remembered Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman and Jamie Lee Curtis tribute to Betty White

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The 2022 Academy Awards, hosted by Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes, will air Sunday, March 27, on ABC

Tyler Perry, Michael Douglas and More Stars Wear Their Support for Ukraine at SAG Awards

These actors made a political statement with their red carpet choices amid the crisis in eastern Europe

Tyler Perry Jokingly Confronts Jimmy Kimmel About Missing His Atlanta Studio Opening Party

The famous writer and director put the Jimmy Kimmel Live! host on the spot for missing the 2019 opening of Tyler Perry Studios

Tyler Perry Reveals the Best Part About Having Oprah as His Son's Godmother

Tyler Perry shares 7-year-old son Aman with ex-girlfriend Gelila Bekele

Tyler Perry Explains Why He's Bringing Back Madea for Netflix Movie After Retiring the Character

"Nobody's getting the chance to belly-laugh anymore," says Tyler Perry

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Tyler Perry Vows to Get Back in the Gym Following Knee Injury: 'I Feel Like I'm Starting Over'

"Sometimes life will set you back, but as long as you have a breath in your body, you have to keep fighting," the multihyphenate star wrote on Instagram Tuesday

Tyler Perry 'Absolutely Fine' Following Car Accident Which Left His Bentley Badly Damaged

The director was involved in a car accident after leaving the Hollywood Burbank Airport in Los Angeles on Wednesday night

Tyler Perry Vows 'Every Available Resource Will Be Used' to Find Who Murdered Clarence Avant's Wife

Tyler Perry Leads Tributes to Late Atlanta News Anchor Jovita Moore: 'You Fought with All You Had'

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The PAW Patrol is on a roll in the first official trailer for PAW Patrol: The Movie, which hits theaters and Paramount+ August 20

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Tyler Perry to Be Honored with Humanitarian Award at Upcoming Oscars

Movies // January 14, 2021

Tyler Perry Flew to Georgia to Vote in Runoff Because He Didn't Receive Absentee Ballot in Time

Politics // January 06, 2021

Tyler Perry, Viola Davis and More Stars Celebrate 'Queen' Cicely Tyson on Her 96th Birthday

Movies // December 19, 2020

Tyler Perry and Longtime Girlfriend Gelila Bekele Split: 'Their Focus Is on Being the Best Parents'

Movies // December 17, 2020

Tyler Perry Donates $100K to Legal Defense Fund for Breonna Taylor's Boyfriend Kenneth Walker

Movies // December 13, 2020

Sister Act 3 Confirmed, Whoopi Goldberg to Star and Produce Alongside Tyler Perry

Movies // December 11, 2020

Ruthless Star Michelle Nuñez Cried While Filming 'Intense' Cult Scenes with Tyler Perry

TV // December 03, 2020

Tyler Perry Donates 5,000 Meals to Atlanta Families in Need at Thanksgiving Giveaway Event

Movies // November 22, 2020

Tyler Perry Delivers Moving Speech at People's Choice Awards: 'You're Worthy of Getting to Your Goal'

Movies // November 15, 2020

Jimmy Kimmel, Tyler Perry and More Stars to Voice New Characters in PAW Patrol: The Movie

Parents // October 15, 2020

Read Tyler Perry's Entire, Inspirational 'Quilt' Speech from the 2020 Emmys

TV // September 20, 2020

Tyler Perry Shares Powerful Personal Anecdote as He Accepts Governors Award at 2020 Emmys

TV // September 20, 2020

Tyler Perry's Most Impressive Philanthropic and Cultural Achievements Through the Years

Movies // September 18, 2020

Tyler Perry's Billionaire Status Is Official on Latest Forbes List

Movies // September 02, 2020

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Grateful to Tyler Perry for Providing 'Safe Haven' After Royal Exit

Royals // August 21, 2020

Watch Jennifer Hudson's Touching Tribute to Late Civil Rights Leader John Lewis

Music // August 04, 2020

Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Gayle King and Brad Pitt to Host John Lewis Tribute on CBS

TV // August 03, 2020

Tyler Perry Gives 1,000 Gift Cards to Atlanta Residents & Cops Hand Them Out in Community Outreach

Movies // July 16, 2020

Tyler Perry to Pay for Funeral of Girl, 8, Who Was Fatally Shot Near Scene of Rayshard Brooks' Death

Movies // July 07, 2020

Tyler Perry Donates Van to Atlanta-Based Women's Organization That Helps People Experiencing Homelessness

Movies // June 25, 2020

People Now: T.I.'s Daughter Says 'Things Are Uncomfortable' Amid Dad's Comments on Annual Gynecology Visits - Watch the Full Episode

Celebrity // June 17, 2020

WATCH: Tyler Perry Speaks from the Heart About Racial Injustice and the World He Wants for His Son

Movies // June 17, 2020

Tyler Perry Is Paying for Rayshard Brooks' Funeral — and His 4 Kids' College Educations (Source)

Movies // June 15, 2020

Tyler Perry Says He Spoke to 'George Floyd's Immediate Family': They Want 'Peaceful Protest'

Movies // June 01, 2020

Rapper Killer Mike Tearfully Says 'We Want to See Systemic Racism Burnt to the Ground' in Plea

Music // May 30, 2020

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