Tyler Perry
Awards & Honours
29
Awards Won
5
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Tyler Perry's achievements are historic in scope. He is the first African American to own a major film studio outright, a feat accomplished in 2015 with the purchase of Fort McPherson. In 2011, Forbes named him the highest-paid man in entertainment, earning $130 million in a single year. His films and shows have grossed over $660 million, all while targeting an underserved African American audience. Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in 2020. His Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 2021 recognized his philanthropic work, including donations to social justice causes and disaster relief.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame Inductee
Inducted for contributions to entertainment.
TIME 100 Most Influential People
Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
First African American to Own a Major Film Studio
Purchased Fort McPherson Army base to create Tyler Perry Studios.
Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
Honorary Oscar for humanitarian efforts.
Governor's Award
For philanthropic and charitable work.
Rankings & Lists
Highest-Paid Man in Entertainment
TIME 100 Most Influential People
Magazine Covers
TIME Magazine
2020
TIME 100
Forbes
2011
Highest-Paid Man in Entertainment
Records & Feats
First African American to Own a Major Film Studio
Purchased Fort McPherson Army base in 2015, creating Tyler Perry Studios, the first major film studio solo-owned by an African American.
Highest-Paid Man in Entertainment (Forbes)
In 2011, Forbes named Perry the highest-paid man in entertainment, with earnings of $130 million in one year.