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Filmmaker Tyler Perry received some bad news Tuesday. Perry's mother, Maxine Perry, died at the age of 64. On his website, Perry made a brief announcement of his mother's death:"Willie Maxine Perry, February 12, 1945 to December 8, 2009, thank you for all your prayers."
The death of Tyler Perry's mother was not only significant because of her relationship to him, but also because she is the reason for his success. Perry's most famous character, Madea, was based on his mother. Madea has been the cornerstone character for many of Tyler Perry's most successful films, such as "Diary of a Mad Black Woman," "Madea Goes to Jail," "I Can Do Bad All by Myself" and his show, "House of Payne."
Perry's films have grossed more than $400 million worldwide. He also partnered with Oprah Winfrey as an executive producer for the hit film, "Precious." Perry's mother was sick for several months before her death and was a preschool counselor at the Jewish Community Center.
Best wishes to Tyler Perry and his family.
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By: Machelle Thomas on 12/09/2009 5:18PM
Mr.Perry you are in my prayers on the passing of your mother.She is in a quiet resting place now,and will always be with you in the holy spirit.So,please do keep up with your great work!I just so enjoy your films and plays.God bless!I am just smiling...
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By: TRINA on 12/09/2009 6:14PM
omg i hope he is ok . that is all he had left he love his mother , i just hope she got a chance to live well right alone with him . she was a nice looking lady tho . my heart goes out to you please know that time will heal your pain . you made your mother proud and so many others . may god keep blessing you !
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By: Trudy on 12/10/2009 10:39AM
First of all Mr. Perry you have my deapest sympathy, condolences and prayers. I know what it is to loose your mother, for I lost my mother a few years back. I do thank and praise God that your mother had a chance to see a large part of your success and that was your beginning. For Mr. Perry your beginning will and can never ever be changed and that is where it all started of course. May your mother rest in peace knowing that her son made her very proud and blessed.
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By: DR. M. Brown on 12/09/2009 8:06PM
Mr. Perry and his Family are in our prayers and we pray Psalms 23 will comfort them during these times.
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By: MARY on 12/09/2009 8:22PM
Mr. Perry, you and your family are in our prayers. I can't say I know how you feel because my mother is still with us but my father has gone on. Remember the pain are the hurt will never go away but GOD WILL!!! ease your aching heart. Keep you faith and beleive that you will see her again. She may not be there with you in the flesh but she is and always will be there with you in the sprirt. We Love you may God hold you in the palm of his hand. Stay strong in the Lord.
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By: lvalentine on 12/09/2009 8:33PM
This is very sad news. My prayers go out for Tyler and I pray his mom is resting in the peaceful arms of Jesus enjoying heaven.
She was so young. I wonder what she died from?
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By: SHERYLBE on 12/09/2009 9:00PM
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom, and my prayers are with you and your family. Remember you're strong in the LORD & the POWER of HIs MIGHT. You can rejoice because you made her proud to have born a son with so much talent and love for mankind. God bless & keep u in His care
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By: Bqb on 2/05/2010 3:46PM
Sorry for your lost may god bless you and your family
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By: Gwen on 12/09/2009 9:41PM
Dear Tyler Perry,
You have my heartfelt sympathy at the passing of your Mother! My prayers are with you that God will give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. God Bless You ... I Love You!
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By: Fox' on 12/09/2009 9:49PM
Tyler,
My Prayers goes out to you and your family with regards. I pray that God keep you uplifted with the most precious love he has to offer at your time of sorrow. I feel your pain as I loss my mother and father (3) months apart. As you know, God never put anything more than we can bare upon us. May you be loved and Blessed by all who share in your loss.
If you shall ever need to reach out for that warm support, please feel free to reach out for the support of love from your loss.
Keep that beautiful smile as well as your head up. Things will workout for you. Your loving mother will always be with you within the Angels view. She shall never leave your side.
God Loves You, as well as your supporters, in your time of mourning.
May Your Mother Rest In Peace...
With Warm Loving Angels.
Fox'
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