Abbott Elementary star Tyler Williams has made it clear, he’s not gay. He also spoke on the danger of speculating on people’s sexuality. The “Everybody Hates Chris” star posted on his Instagram Stories that contrary to some speculations, he is “not gay.” Williams, 30, went on to explain why “overanalyzing” …
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Tyler Perry Is “Very, Very Interested” in Buying Majority Stake In BET
Tyler Perry says he is not letting up on his pursuit of BET anytime soon. In recent weeks, Perry has been the topic of discussion as one of the top prospects to purchase a majority stake in the network. Though there are other promising moguls in the running, Perry appears …
Read More »Former ‘The Bachelorette’ Contestant Joshua Tylerbest Arrested and Charged With Possessing Child Porn
Former “The Bachelorette” contestant Joshua Tylerbest has been arrested and charged with possessing child pornography. Court documents show that 27-year-old Tylerbest was arrested last month in Miami. TMZ obtained court documents alleging 50 images and videos were uploaded by his Google account showing child sexual abuse. Tylerbest’s interaction with the …
Read More »Mo’Nique Reportedly “Still Demands and Expects Public Apologies from Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry”
Actress and comedian Mo’nique reportedly “still demands and expects public apologies from Winfrey and Perry.” Over the past few years, it’s been reported that the Precious star had beef with a few big names in Hollywood, ultimately getting her blackballed from the industry. When that happened, both Winfrey and Perry …
Read More »Tyler Perry Reportedly Interested In Purchasing BET; Byron Allen Is Also In The Running
Tyler Perry is considering buying a majority stake in BET after years of producing content for the network. The “Madea” creator has reportedly been in talks with Paramount Global, its parent company, to acquire the network. Perry currently owns a minority stake in BET Media Group, which covers BET, VH1, …
Read More »Tyler Perry Shuts Down Rumors That ‘House of Payne’ Actress Cassi Davis Died
Tyler Perry is shutting down rumors after it was reported that ‘House of Payne’ actress Cassi Davis passed away at 58 of lung cancer. The filmmaker took to Instagram Monday to call out the hoax and let fans know Davis is alive and well. “THIS IS A LIE,” he wrote in …
Read More »Tyler Perry to Donate $2.75 Million to 300 Low Income Seniors In Order To Save Their Homes in Atlanta
Tyler Perry is donating $2.75 million to help older homeowners stay in their homes in Atlanta. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Perry spoke with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about helping low-income homeowners who could lose their houses due to rising real estate taxes. Among Forbes‘ world’s highest-paid entertainers, Perry plans to …
Read More »Tyler Perry Lands Four-Film Deal With Amazon Prime
Tyler Perry is taking his many talents to Amazon Studios with a four-feature deal. The lucrative partnership was announced on Monday, with Perry being given creative control to write, direct and produce four movies. Each will be released exclusively on Prime Video and streamed in over 240 countries internationally. “I’m …
Read More »Tyler Perry Denies Blaming Jill Scott And Janet Jackson For Prolonging The Third Installment Of The ‘Why Did I Get Married?’ Film
Tyler Perry responds after an online article claimed he blamed Jill Scott and Janet Jackson for holding the release of the third film ‘Why Did I Get Married?.’ According to Entertainment Tonight, Tyler blames Jill and Janet for prolonging a third ‘Why Did I Get Married’ film. The inaccurate claim …
Read More »Tyler Perry Collaborator Zuri Craig Dead At 44
Zuri Craig, an America’s Got Talent contender and Tyler Perry collaborator, has died. Craig’s family confirmed his passing Sunday by posting a tribute on his official ZoReMi Entertainment page, writing, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the transition of our beloved son, brother, and friend, Zuri Craig.” View …
Read More »Byron Allen’s TheGrio Set To Honor Tyler Perry, Jennifer Hudson And More At Inaugural Awards Show
American businessman Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group has announced it will be honoring Tyler Perry, Jennifer Hudson, Dave Chapelle and more at the inaugural “The Grio Awards” awards ceremony. On Saturday, Oct. 22, The Grio Awards will be hosted by Sheryl Underwood and Taye Diggs at the Beverly Hilton. The …
Read More »Emory Unversity to Offer Master Class on Tyler Perry’s Legacy
The Oxford College of Emory University has launched a brand new course following the success of Tyler Perry’s career. As of this fall, 14 freshmen students will get to register for “In the Language of Folk and Kin: The Legacy of Folklore, the Griot and Community in the Artistic Praxis …
Read More »Tyler Perry Addresses The Previous Criticism He Received from Spike Lee Over Madea Character
Tyler Perry addressed the criticism from Spike Lee and others about his Madea character. Perry recently sat down with journalist Chris Wallace for his CNN/HBO Max’s “Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace” show. During their discussion, Wallace pointed out the criticism the filmmaker received over his Madea character. In particular, Wallace …
Read More »Tyler Perry Shares Why He Chose To Lend His California Home To Prince Harry And Meghan Markle During Their 2020 Move To The U.S. [Video]
Tyler Perry is known to lend a helping hand to anyone whenever he can. The filmmaker sat down with ‘TODAY with Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hagar’ to discuss supporting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their move to the U.S. in 2020. While speaking about Tyler’s generosity, the show’s …
Read More »Tyler Perry Paid Cicely Tyson $1M For a Single Day Of Work: “I Wanted to Make Sure She Knew That There Were People Who Valued Her”
Tyler Perry is giving people their flowers now. Well, in this case, their money. Perry recently disclosed he once paid the late Cicely Tyson “a million dollars” for her to come in for one day of work on the set of his 2007 movie, “Why Did I Get Married?” “This …
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