Tyler Perry is an American actor, filmmaker, and Screenwriter. He’s renowned for creating the Media Character and building a media empire. His real name is Emmitt Perry Jr.
Tyler Perry Biography
| Real Name | Emmitt Perry Jr. |
| Nickname | Tyler Perry |
| Profession | Actor, filmmaker and screenwriter |
| Date of Birth | 13 September 1969 |
| Age | 56 years old (As of 2025) |
| Birth Place | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hobbies | Update soon |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Cohen College Prep High School |
| College | Update soon |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
Tyler Perry Age
Tyler Perry was born on 13 September 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. He is 56 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Virgo.
Tyler Perry Wife
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Gelila Bekele (2009 – 2020) |
| Spouse/Wife | N/A |
| Children | Son – Aman Daughter – None |
Tyler Perry Family
| Father’s Name | Update soon |
| Mother’s Name | Willie Maxine Perry (died in 2009) |
| Brother’s Name | Emmbre Perry |
| Sister’s Name | Yulanda Wilkins Melva Porter |
Career
| Debut | Film – 2005: Diary of a Mad Black Woman TV – 2007: House of Payne |
| Awards | 2005 – Outstanding Actor in a Theatrical Film 2005 – Outstanding Writer for Theatrical Film 2014 – Best Supporting Actor award 2019 – Ultimate Icon Award |
Tyler Perry Movies And TV Shows
Tyler Perry Movies
| Movies | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Diary of a Mad Black Woman | 2005 |
| Daddy’s Little Girls | 2007 |
| Meet the Browns | 2008 |
| Star Trek | 2009 |
| Madea’s Big Happy Family | 2011 |
| Good Deeds | 2012 |
| The Single Moms Club | 2014 |
| Gone Girl | 2014 |
| Brain on Fire | 2016 |
| The Star | 2017 |
| Acrimony | 2018 |
| A fall from Grace | 2020 |
| Paw Petrol: The Movie | 2021 |
| A Jazzman’s Blues | 2022 |
| Divorce in the Black | 2024 |
| Straw | 2025 |
Tyler Perry TV Shows
- 2007-2012, 2020 – present – House of Payne
- 2011-17 – For Better or Worse
- 2013 – 17 – Love Thy Neighbor
- 2014-20 – If Loving You is Wrong
- 2016 – The Passion: New Orleans
- 2016-17 – Too Close to Home
- 2020-25 – Young Dylan
- 2020 – Present – Ruthless
- 2021 – present – All The Queen’s Men
- 2022 – present – Zatima
- 2024 – Perimeter
- 2024- present – Beauty in Black
- 2025 – She the People
- 2025 – Divorced Sistas
Tyler Perry Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 196 cm In meters – 1.96 m In feet & inches – 6’5” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 90 kg In pounds – 195 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Tyler Perry Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $1 Billion (as of 2025, according to Forbes) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Acting, filmmaking, writing, business, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Tyler Perry
- Tyler Perry was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Willie Maxine Perry and Emmitt Perry Sr.
- At age 16, he had his first name legally changed from Emmitt to Tyler in an effort to distance himself from his father.
- A DNA test taken by Perry indicated that Emmitt Sr. was not Perry’s biological father.
- While Perry did not complete high school, he earned a General Educational Development certificate.
- In his early 20s, he started writing a series of letters to himself, which became the basis for the musical I Know I’ve Been Changed.
- He wrote the 2006 version of Madea’s Family Reunion and produced Diary of a Mad Black Woman.
- In December 2014, he welcomed a son named Aman with his long-time Partner Gelila Bekele.
- Tyler Perry and Gelila Bekele separated in late 2020.
- On December 8, 2009, Perry’s mother died at age 64, following an illness.
- He was inspired to begin writing after watching an episode of Oprah Winfrey’s talk show, in his early 20s.
- In 2025, he was accused of engaging in numerous acts of sexual assault and battery.
- Tyler Perry had been sued by the actor Derek Dixon for $260 million, alleging sexual harassment and assault among other complaints.
FAQ:
How old is Tyler Perry?
56 years old (As of 2025)
Who is Tyler Perry’s partner?
Tyler Perry was in a long-term relationship with Gelila Bekele from 2009 to 2020.
What is Tyler Perry’s net worth?
As of 2025, Tyler Perry’s estimated net worth is $1 billion according to Forbes.
How many times has Tyler Perry been married?
Tyler Perry is a father, but he isn’t married and has never been.
Does Tyler Perry have children?
Tyler Perry has a son named Aman with longtime partner Gelila Bekele.