Tyler Perry has managed to sculpt an empire around Madea (full name Mabel Earlene Simmons), the no-nonsense matriarch he first portrayed in the 1999 play "I Can Do Bad All By Myself." Madea has a ...

(CNN/CNN Newsource) - Tyler Perry is bringing back one of his most loved and iconic characters. Perry's "Madea" will return for her 12th film titled "A Madea Homecoming," which will air on Netflix.

Say Hallelujer, Madea fans! Tyler Perry is bringing back his most beloved character for an all-new adventure on Netflix. Perry will write, direct and star in the film, donning Madea’s dress, wig and ...

Tyler Perry is one of the most stacked filmmakers of his generation — and one of the most distinct, with his melding of comedy and melodrama. Across a few dozen films, most of which he directed, Perry ...