May 24, 2013

Will Tyler Perry’s Madea Fans Come Out to See ‘Alex Cross?’ (Audio & Video)

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*Tyler Perry believes industry folk are underestimating the flexibility of his fan base when it comes to his roles outside of the Madea mothership. “The great thing about my audience is that even though there’s an association with me with the character Madea, there’s also the association with ‘Good Deeds’ and ‘Why Did I Get [...]




Tasha Smith & Michael Jai White: The ‘For Better or Worse’ Interview with Kam Williams

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*A dedicated and consummate performer, Tasha Smith is known for bringing style and intense character portrayals to the screen. Her outstanding performances have garnered universal acclaim from audiences and critics alike. Tyler Perry was so impressed with her stellar work that he cast her to star in three of his films, including Daddy’s Little Girls, [...]




A Happy Tasha Smith is Essence’s December Cover Girl

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*”All those years ago, I was a girl with this dream, but with no education, no confidence, no self-esteem, nothing. And now God has brought me to this place of destiny, and He’s not even done with me yet.” – Tasha Smith to Essence You don’t need us to remind you that Tasha Smith has [...]




Watch Trailer: Tyler Perry’s New Show ‘For Better or Worse’

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*A trailer for Tyler Perry’s new dramedy, “For Better or Worse,” has been released. The show stars Tasha Smith and Michael Jai White and is based on their characters Angela and Marcus from the feature film “Why Did I Get Married?” So from the looks of the trailer, if you’re ready for some fussin’ and [...]




Michael Jai White, Tasha Smith to Reprise ‘Married’ Roles for TV Series

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*Tyler Perry is bringing another television series to TBS. As previously reported, the multi-hyphenate has signed his latest deal with the Turner-owned network for “For Better or Worse,” a dramedy series based on his successful “Why Did I Get Married?” movie franchise. Michael Jai White (The Dark Knight) and Tasha Smith (Couples Retreat) are confirmed [...]




Video: Tyler Perry will Launch New TV Series ‘For Better or Worse’

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*It’s here, Tyler Perry’s newest movie production, “Madea’s Big Happy Family.” In the midst of all the excitement, it looks like the playwright and cross-dressing actor is preparing to launch a new show, “For Better or for Worse.” The new production will premiere on TBS and is based on the characters of couples flick “Why [...]




Janet Jackson Signs Production Deal with Lionsgate

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*Janet Jackson is moving into the film production business. The singer/actress has just signed a production deal with Lionsgate, the studio that released three Tyler Perry films in which she starred. “Many people forget I started out as an actor,” Jackson told The Hollywood Reporter, referring to her TV stints on “Good Times” and “Diff’rent [...]




Tasha Smith Now Married!

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*Surprise, surprise! Actress Tasha Smith decided to “secretly” tie the knot this month. Smith, 39, married her fiancé, entrepreneur Keith Douglas in the living room of their L.A. home after announcing their engagement six months ago. “We discussed having a small wedding with close family and friends, but instead, we decided to hold a very [...]




Photos: The Bahamas Hosts International Premiere of ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’

Janet Jackson, Sharon Leal and Jill Scott in a scene from 'Why Did I Get married Too' shot on location in The Bahamas

*At the end of March, African American media outlets descended on Nassau to cover the international premiere of producer/director Tyler Perry’s new film, “Why Did I Get Married Too?,” which was filmed in The Islands Of The Bahamas and opened in North American theaters on April 2nd. While in the Bahamas, journalists visited the picturesque [...]




Dishin’ Dirt on ‘Why Did I Get Married, Too?’, Mathew Knowles, Rihanna and more …

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*What’s up y’all?!  Here is the dirt … Last Monday I was blessed with the opportunity to be an audience member during the taping of Tyler Perry’s talk show and it was an awesome experience!  Not only did I get to see the film “Why Did I Get Married Too” but I actually shared the [...]




Video: Watch the New Trailer for ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’

Jill Scott, Janet Jackson & Sharon Leal are back in 'Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married Too?'

*The highly anticipated trailer for “Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Too?” is now out. If the trailer is anything to go by, the follow up with to the box office hit “Why Did I Get Married?” is gonna be a money maker, too. Check out Janet, Jill, Tyler and crew and weigh in [...]