Tyler Perry

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/tyler-perry

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Tyler Perry born?September 13, 1969
2. Where was Tyler Perry born?New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
3. What is Tyler Perry known for?Creator and performer of Mabel 'Madea' Simmons; prolific actor, filmmaker, and producer
4. What is the cumulative gross?Over $660 million from films and shows
5. What is the net worth?Estimated $1 billion
6. Who is Tyler Perry?Tyler Perry is a filmmaker, actor, and producer famous for creating the character Madea and making many movies and TV shows.

Playwright: An individual who writes dramatic works for theatrical performance.
Filmmaker: A person who directs the making of a film, often involved in writing, producing, and editing.
Producer: A person responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative aspects of the production of a film, television show, or play.
Humanitarian: A person who is actively engaged in promoting human welfare and social reform through charitable work.