Tyler Perry: Last News

told People in its recent cover story.“They read the script, they loved the script, but I think there was a reservation or hesitation about working with me in particular on this film, because I guess they didn’t know how it would turn out.”Perry has made a name for himself in Hollywood by creating the effortlessly hilarious character, Madea — having released countless projects and films involving the old woman.However, Perry noted, “Too bad, so sad for them.”Even though several people turned down a role in “A Jazzman’s Blues,” his current cast brought his vision to life.Amirah Vann, Austin Scott, Milauna Jemai Jackson, Brent Antonello, Brad Benedict, Kario Marcel, Lana Young and Ryan Eggold take center stage in the film.“A lot of times these teams don’t necessarily understand the power of my audience and what I bring. The people who are in [A Jazzman’s Blues] made it exactly what it was supposed to be,” he said.“It’s better than I ever thought it would be, but it’s always been very important to me to break new faces.

Tyler Perry is breaking his silence on the now-infamous altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock that took place at the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony.Perry was one of the actors seen rallying around Smith in the chaotic moments following the slap, alongside Denzel Washington, whom Smith called out for his wise words during his acceptance speech for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Film. While speaking candidly with Gayle King during a Tribeca Film Festival panel, People reports that Perry made it clear that he was not comforting Smith in the moment, but rather doing what he could to calm spirits down and establish peace. “There’s a difference between comforting and deescalating, that’s No.

Tyler Perry received the Apollo Theater’s highest honor and gave the historic institution a major gift in return. July 13 marked the grand return of the world-famous Apollo Theater‘s annual Spring Benefit Concert and Awards Gala, meant to raise funding for the Harlem landmark. The theater had been completely closed for much of the pandemic, and only recently began opening its doors for a few select shows and events in recent months.

Tyler Perry. ET's Rachel Smith spoke to Perry about Sister Act 3 and how Whoopi Goldberg influenced the film.«We are pretty far down the line, and in the script and in the production of it so it's -- I'm really excited for it,» Perry gushed. While Perry is behind the third film in the trilogy, he was sure to make sure Goldberg — who is reprising her role as Deloris Van Cartier and her witness protection alter ego, Sister Mary Clarence — had a hand in honoring her character and the film's 30-year-old legacy.«It's more Whoopi than anything.

Tyler Perry is hoping his new Paramount+ series,  will help bring justice and solace to families who've lost their loved ones. The 52-year-old media mogul broke down his journey to appearing on the premiere episodes of the true-crime series for ET's Rachel Smith, explaining that it all began with the tragic disappearance of 27-year-old Terrance Williams. «I was flipping through channels about maybe five or six years ago, and I saw the stories, so I reached out to his mother,» he explained.«She was so frustrated because she couldn't get any help.

Tyler Perry. «I was shocked and outraged. I had to get involved,» Perry says of the case. «I immediately thought, 'What can I do to help? What can I do to bring attention to this?'»    Terrance Williams, a 27-year-old Black man, disappeared in Naples, Florida, in 2004 after he was last seen getting into a Collier County sheriff's patrol car.

Tyler Perry’s iconic, gun-slinging grandma, Mabel «Madea» Earlene Simmons!Just when fans thought Perry stepped out of the wig and housecoat for the last time in 2019, Madea's back, in , and she may be here to stay.“Listen, I thought it was over this last time,” Perry told ET’s Kevin Frazier at the film’s premiere on Tuesday. “So, I’ve decided not to say anything. Just let it be.”Perry promised that he «officially hung up» the character with 2019’s.

Tyler Perry, the mind and face behind the grits-slinging, gun-toting, foul-mouthed grandmother, this is more like Madea's «fourth quarter of her 29th inning.» Folks might remember that Perry «officially» hung up the iconic character's gray wig and colorful housecoats after the 2019 film. The 52-year-old media mogul has portrayed Madea in every appearance and said he wouldn't be putting the suit on again after the film. During an appearance back in October 2018 on Bevy Smith's SiriusXM radio show, , he explained, «I just don't want to be her age, playing her.»But a pandemic and social reckoning sparked by the Black Lives Matter movement inspired the actor to bring the muumuus and gray wig out of retirement.

TMZ on Monday that she landed a lead role in Tyler Perry‘s upcoming series All the Queen’s Men two years after the mogul blasted her on social media for purchasing a billboard in hopes of getting a job in one of his projects.A post shared by Tyler Perry (@tylerperry)As TheGrio previously reported, Palmer’s advertisement in May of 2019 was a risk, but it paid off. The actress took out a billboard in Atlanta two years ago, spending about $2,000 in order to get Perry’s attention.

Tyler Perry is newly “single,” according to a post he shared to social media on December 16. The actor and filmmaker posted a message less than 10 days before the Christmas holiday and revealed that he is having “a midlife crisis.” He went on to explain that he is “51, single and wondering what the next chapter of my life will look like. Whatever it looks like I’m going to walk with God, be the best father and man I can be, hold my head up high and try to look my best doing it!!!” Prior to the post, Tyler was in a longterm relationship with 34-year-old activist and fellow filmmaker Gelila Bekele. Learn more about Gelila with the five facts below!

Tyler Perry is 51 and looking good! The actor/director took to social media on Dec. 16 to share a new selfie of himself, which appeared to be taken after a workout. In the pic, he’s wearing shorts and a dri-fit shirt, along with weightlifting gloves around his hands. However, it was the photo’s caption that really had people buzzing.

Angela Robinson has played devious Veronica Harrington on “The Haves and Have Nots” for eight seasons — and says there’s more to her alter-ego than meets the eye.“I don’t think Veronica is evil at all — I think she’s ruthless,” Robinson says. “I think she’s very upfront, very aggressive [and] she gets what she wants.She’s a bad ass.

Jennifer Lopez and Tyler Perry will share their success stories when they are honored at this year's WSJ Magazine Innovator Awards virtual ceremony on its 10th anniversary -- and they're also sharing how others can follow in their footsteps.«When I first came on the scene, I wasn't trying to be the size zero model, or say I wasn't Latin and change my name. I was Jennifer Lopez, I had a big butt, I embraced that.

Tyler Perry, who was once homeless, is officially a billionaire, according to Forbes.The 50-year-old media mogul has earned $1.4 billion in pre-tax income since 2005, the money outlet reports.

Tyler Perry is continuing to give back to his community. The 50-year-old entertainer gave residents of Atlanta $50 gift cards to Kroger to help out amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Tyler Perry is ready for the cast and crew of his hit BET shows to get back to work in July—safely, of course. 

As we all know, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had recently moved to Los Angeles. However, fans have been quite curious about where the couple has been actually residing there. And now the latest piece of news is sure to send a shock wave among everyone. This is because the two of them are currently living at a luxurious mansion owned by none other than one of Hollywood’s most famous actor’s Tyler Perry. This place is worth USD 18 million and is situated at a hilltop in Beverly Hills.

Filmmaker Tyler Perry hopped on social media to share the importance of taking a vitamin D supplement as way to protect our health during the pandemic.

It wasn’t long after Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made his announcement to reopen non-essential businesses across the state that Tyler Perry began mulling over reopening Tyler Perry Studios, based in Atlanta, according to sources. With one caveat however—reportedly it has to be in a way that encourages safety for his staff and crew members.

Each day, we are learning more and more that the novel coronavirus is not a game, and no one is exempt—no matter money or status.

Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen is calling in a few of his famous friends to take part in the Lakewood Church’s virtual Easter Sunday service.