Early Life and Education of Tyler Perry: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Tyler Perry. From birth to education, explore key events.
Tyler Perry is an American actor, filmmaker, and playwright best known for creating and portraying Mabel "Madea" Simmons. He also plays Joe and Brian Simmons. His work ranges from conventional films to filmed stage plays. Madea debuted in Perry's play I Can Do Bad All by Myself in 1999.
September 13, 1969: Tyler Perry's Birth
On September 13, 1969, Emmitt Perry Jr., who later became known as Tyler Perry, was born. He is an American actor, filmmaker, and playwright.
1990: Move to Atlanta
Around 1990, Tyler Perry moved to Atlanta, marking a pivotal point in his early career.
2007: Perry buys estate in Atlanta
In 2007, Tyler Perry bought a 17-acre estate in the Paces neighborhood of Buckhead, Atlanta.
December 8, 2009: Willie Maxine Perry dies
On December 8, 2009, Tyler Perry's mother, Willie Maxine Perry, passed away at age 64 after an illness.
August 2010: Perry purchases Dean Gardens
In August 2010, Tyler Perry purchased Dean Gardens, a 58-acre estate in Atlanta.
2013: Perry purchases land in Douglas County, Georgia
In 2013, Tyler Perry's company, ETPC LLC, purchased around 1,100 acres in Douglas County, Georgia.
November 30, 2014: Perry's son Aman is born
On November 30, 2014, Tyler Perry's partner, Gelila Bekele, gave birth to their son, Aman.
May 2016: Perry sells Atlanta home for $17.5 million
In May 2016, Tyler Perry sold his house in Buckhead, Atlanta, for $17.5 million.
September 2017: Perry purchases house in Los Angeles
In September 2017, Tyler Perry purchased a house in Mulholland Estates, a gated community in Los Angeles.
March 2020: Harry and Meghan relocated to California
In March 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan relocated to California with the help of Tyler Perry providing security and housing.
December 2020: Perry announces he is a single bachelor
In December 2020, Tyler Perry announced that he was a single bachelor.
March 7, 2021: Perry provided security and housing for Harry and Meghan
On March 7, 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan revealed that Tyler Perry provided them with initial security and housing for three months when they relocated to California in March 2020.
2024: Original Investment Value
In 1992, Tyler Perry invested US$12,000 (equivalent to $28,881 in 2024) in his play I Know I've Been Changed, which was first performed at a community theater.
