Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry

Keynote Speaker: Academy Award-Nominated Playwright, Filmmaker & Studio Founder; Creator of Madea Franchise; Founder of Tyler Perry Studios

Tyler Perry Biography

Tyler Perry is a playwright, filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and producer whose work has significantly influenced Black storytelling in Hollywood and the broader American entertainment industry. Perry's productions are known for blending humor, religious themes, and narratives of personal resilience. After relocating to Atlanta to pursue a career in entertainment, Perry worked various jobs before debuting his first play, "I Know I've Been Changed." Despite initial challenges and small audiences, Perry persisted, drawing inspiration from audience feedback and personal experiences.

Perry created the character Madea, a central figure in his play "I Can Do Bad All by Myself." The Madea franchise has generated over $1 billion at the box office, and Perry's entertainment ventures have grossed more than $2 billion. Transitioning from stage to screen, Perry's first feature film, "Diary of a Mad Black Woman," achieved commercial success and established him as a major box-office presence. He continued to write, direct, and produce films such as "Madea's Family Reunion," "Why Did I Get Married?," and "For Colored Girls," while also acting in mainstream productions including "Star Trek" and "Gone Girl."

Perry expanded his influence in the film and television industry by founding Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, a 330-acre facility that made him the first African American to own a major film production studio outright. Perry has produced more than 1,600 episodes of television and directed, written, and produced 28 feature films. His television work includes sitcoms like "House of Payne" and "The Haves and the Have Nots," as well as collaborations with Oprah Winfrey Network on series such as "If Loving You Is Wrong" and "For Better or Worse."

Perry has been recognized by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people and received the Governor's Award from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. He was honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Oscars and inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame. Perry's humanitarian efforts include partnering with Grady Hospital to transform Tyler Perry Studios into a mass vaccination site and distributing thousands of meals to underserved communities.

Perry continues to develop projects across film and television, maintaining a significant presence in the entertainment industry and shaping the landscape of Black cinema and television production.

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A Conversation With Tyler Perry

With millions of fans worldwide, Tyler Perry has built an entertainment empire based on a unique blend of spiritual hope and down-home humor that continues to shape his inspiring life story and extraordinary body of work. Whether it’s about the story of the beloved Madea and the creation of his amazingly successful films and television shows to his activism on behalf of others, a conversation with Tyler Perry is one that touches and inspires.

Tyler Perry Videos

Tyler Perry: Motivation in Times of Fear & Worry
Tyler Perry's Speech Will Leave You SPEECHLESS ― One Of The ...
Tyler Perry: Fight the Fear and Anxiety Trying to Hold You Back

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What topics does Tyler Perry speak about?

Tyler Perry is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Actor, Faith & Religion, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Business, Celebrity, Television & Film, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Motivational, Personal Growth, Entertainment, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health and Health & Wellness.

Where does Tyler Perry travel from?

Tyler Perry generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Tyler Perry?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tyler Perry for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tyler Perry for your next private or corporate function.

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Tyler Perry is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Actor and Faith & Religion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Tyler Perry generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Trevor Noah, Taraji P. Henson and Robin Givens. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tyler Perry for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/11/2026.

Tyler Perry Speaking Topics

  • A Conversation With Tyler Perry

    With millions of fans worldwide, Tyler Perry has built an entertainment empire based on a unique blend of spiritual hope and down-home humor that continues to shape his inspiring life story and extraordinary body of work. Whether it’s about the story of the beloved Madea and the creation of his amazingly successful films and television shows to his activism on behalf of others, a conversation with Tyler Perry is one that touches and inspires.

Tyler Perry Videos

Tyler Perry: Motivation in Times of Fear & Worry
Tyler Perry's Speech Will Leave You SPEECHLESS ― One Of The ...
Tyler Perry: Fight the Fear and Anxiety Trying to Hold You Back
Tyler Perry Commencement Speech at Emory University - YouTube

Tyler Perry News

  • How do I book Tyler Perry to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tyler Perry for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Tyler Perry, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Tyler Perry or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Tyler Perry for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Tyler Perry, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tyler Perry, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Tyler Perry speak about?

  • Where does Tyler Perry travel from?

    Tyler Perry generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Tyler Perry?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tyler Perry for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tyler Perry for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Tyler Perry or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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