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Diary of a Mad Black Woman by Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry is an exceptionally successful and talented playwright, screenwriter, actor, comedian, producer, and director. He is an American, but many Americans do not know who he is.

Tyler Perry was born Emmit Perry Junior. During his childhood, he suffered from poverty and sexual abuse. When he grew up, he was inspired by Oprah Winfrey to write about his painful past. He made up names for his family members to protect their ...