IS TYLER PERRY DEAD? THE TRUTH BEHIND THE DEATH HOAX
Tyler Perry is one of the most successful and influential actors, directors, producers, and writers in Hollywood. He is best known for creating the popular Madea franchise, as well as several hit TV shows and movies. But recently, some fans were shocked and saddened by a rumor that he had passed away. Is Tyler Perry dead? The answer is no, and here is why.
The Origin of the Death Hoax
The death hoax started circulating on social media on Friday, November 17, 2023, when a Facebook page called “R.I.P. Tyler Perry” posted a message that claimed the actor had died at the age of 54. The page had nearly one million likes and attracted hundreds of comments from grieving fans. The message read:
“At about 11 a.m. ET on Friday (November 17, 2023), our beloved actor Tyler Perry passed away. Tyler Perry was born on September 13, 1969 in New Orleans. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page.”
The page also included a photo of Tyler Perry with the words “Rest in Peace” on it. However, there were several clues that the page was fake and not affiliated with the actor or his official representatives. For instance, the page misspelled the actor’s first name as “Cassie” instead of “Cassi”, and did not provide any source or evidence for the alleged death. Moreover, the page used a date format that is uncommon in the U.S., where the actor is based.
The Response of Tyler Perry and His Fans
The death hoax soon caught the attention of Tyler Perry himself, who took to Instagram to debunk the rumor and reassure his fans that he was alive and well. He posted a screenshot of the fake page with the words “THIS IS A LIE” written over it in red. He also added a voice memo, in which he said:
“After I’ve gotten several calls from people giving me their condolences and I didn’t know what they were talking about, I was sent this article that’s going around. I don’t know how she could have died and nobody told me or her. So I called her and asked her was she dead and she said hell no!”
He also warned the person who started the hoax to be careful, saying:
“Please stop you better be careful when you speak death over a child of God. This woman is loved by millions and you’re hurting a lot of people.”
He also revealed that Cassi Davis, the actress who plays Aunt Bam in the Madea movies, does not use social media and was unaware of the hoax. He said that she was fine and waiting to shoot the next season of House of Payne, another TV show created by Perry.
Many of Perry’s fans and fellow celebrities expressed their relief and support in the comments section of his post. Singer and reality star Tamar Braxton said that she had a full-on panic attack until she got a text from Davis. Actor Debbie Allen joked that she wanted second dibs on the pool. Comic Desi Banks asked Perry if he asked Davis if she was dead when she picked up the phone. Actor Keshia Knight Pulliam posted red hearts, while actor Candace Vaughn thanked the lord that Davis was alive. Rapper Young Dro said that his niece was crying in the morning because she thought Aunt Bam had died.
The Motive Behind the Death Hoax
It is not clear who created the death hoax or why they did it. Some possible motives could be:
- To gain attention or followers on social media
- To prank or troll the fans of Tyler Perry and Cassi Davis
- To spread misinformation or cause confusion
- To harm the reputation or career of Tyler Perry and Cassi Davis
Whatever the motive, the death hoax was irresponsible and disrespectful to the actor and his fans. It also showed the importance of verifying the sources and facts before believing or sharing anything on the internet.
The Conclusion
Tyler Perry is not dead. He is alive and well, and so is Cassi Davis, his co-star in the Madea franchise. The death hoax that claimed they had died was a fake and malicious rumor that was spread on social media by an unknown person. Tyler Perry debunked the hoax on his Instagram account and warned the hoaxer to stop. He also received support and love from his fans and fellow celebrities. The death hoax was a reminder to be careful and critical of what we see and hear online, and to always check the facts before jumping to conclusions. Tyler Perry and Cassi Davis are still here, and we hope they will continue to entertain and inspire us for many years to come.
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