- Worked in construction before his movie career became successful.
- Purchased the shuttered Fort McPherson Army Base (1885-2011) for his "Tyler Perry Studios" operation, a 330-acre complex in southwest Atlanta where his own personal offices are housed in "The Dream Building". With this acquisition, Perry becomes the first African-American to own a major film studio outright. (June 2015)
- Has one son with girlfriend Gelila Bekele: Aman Tyler Perry (born November 30, 2014).
- Has been writing plays since he was age 18. As of March 2005, his eight plays have grossed over US$75 million in tickets and DVD sales.
- His mother, Willie Maxine Perry, passed away on December 8, 2009 at age 64. She was a preschool teacher who worked at the New Orleans Jewish Community Center for most of her life.
- Spent a period of time destitute and living on the streets of Atlanta after his play ''I Know I've Been Changed'' flopped.
- Before becoming a successful filmmaker with Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005), he was already the owner of a successful play company that tours the country and caters to African-Americans. His plays are also recorded and sold as DVDs.
- Ranked #7 on EW's The 50 Smartest People in Hollywood (2007).
- His plays often reference The Color Purple (1985), which starred Oprah Winfrey. He credits The Oprah Winfrey Show (1986) with inspiring him to write.
- Often quotes famous black-focused movies such as What's Love Got to Do with It (1993) and The Color Purple (1985). These two are especially quoted in Madea's Family Reunion (2006).
- Has a 12-acre estate outside Atlanta. He bought the former Dean Gardens in Johns Creek, Georgia for $7.6 million (previously listed as high as $40 million). The property has 1200 feet adjoining the Chattahoochee River, a golf course and is 58 acres.
- He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7024 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on October 1, 2019. Actress and singer Crystal Fox was a presenter at the ceremony.
- Attended high school with rapper Mystikal.
- To overcome his deep fear of flying, he took flight training lessons and obtained a private pilot license. He now flies a Cirrus SR22T aircraft.
- Has a light-skinned older sister and a dark-skinned younger sister.
- Owns vacation properties in both Wyoming and the Bahamas.
- Is a huge fan of country music.
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