Have you had enough of the “Madea” films, or are you ready for more? Tyler Perry has chosen Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson for his next Madea Film called “I Can Do Bad All By Myself,” based on his stage play of the same name. Production of the film will start on March 16th at Perry’s new studio in Atlanta. It is scheduled for nationwide release via Lionsgate on Sept. 11.

After the filming of that movie, he will begin filming “Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Too,” a sequel to 2007’s “Why Did I Get Married.” Lionsgate revealed that it will hit theaters on April 2, 2010, Easter weekend. Can’t wait for that!

Tyler Perry will be turning the big 40 soon and he plans to reward himself in a HUGE way. The star will be treating himself to the ultimate present by buying his own private island. Perry, who recently enjoyed a holiday on a private island in the Bahamas’ Great Exumas, says, “I’m a loner by nature, so when I’m out there on these islands, I just feel like the only person in the world.” Perry says he will not be naming his island after himself. “It won’t be Tyler Perry’s Island! I’m so sick of seeing Tyler Perry all over everywhere! I’ll know what to call it once I’m there. It’ll speak to me.”

Jennifer Hudson may land a role in the next Tyler Perry flick. Tyler Perry says he wrote the film just for Jennifer Hudson, according to People.com. Perry didn’t want to share the details of the project, but confirmed Hudson was interested in working with thim. Who wouldn’t be?

“I just wrote a movie for her that I’m really excited about,” the filmmaker, 39, told PEOPLE at the New York City premiere of Madea Goes to Jail, which was number 1 in the box office. “I’m hoping she’ll be able to do it.”

Unfortunately, her rep tells PEOPLE, “She will not be doing the film as she’ll be on tour at the same time they are shooting.” But you never know… (more…)

Tyler Perry should be a happy man! “Madea Goes To Jail” had the biggest box office opening of Perry’s career! “Madea Goes To Jail” topped the weekend’s films with a $41.1 million debut.

According to the Associated Press, studio estimates put the film’s earnings as the grossing film ever for both Perry and the film’s studio, Lionsgate. Since Perry’s 2005 “Diary of a Mad Black Woman,” the actor-director-producer has frequently opened films strongly, despite little mainstream recognition. His previous best opening weekend was for his second film, “Madea’s Family Reunion,” which started with $30 million in 2006. Four of Perry’s seven films have made their debut at No. 1.

Tyler Perry was in New York City for the special screening of his movie “Madea Goes to Jail” which comes out tomorrow! He threw an after party at TAO nightclub later that night. Check out the star studded pics:

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After the success of Tyler Perry’s movie “Why Did I Get Married”, the playwriter has decided to follow up with a sequal tentatively entitled “Why Did I get Married too”. The new movie hopes for the return of the original cast members, which includes Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, Tasha Smith, Sharon Leal, Malik Yoba, Richard T. Jones and Michael Jai White. In an interview with Black Voices, Perry says there is so much more he wanted to say in that film but he wouldn’t reveal the details of the new storyline.

Why do a sequel to the film?

TP: Because there is so much I want to say. There’s not another film that I have written that I felt like there’s more to say; and there’s more say in ‘Why Did I Get Married Too.’

Will it the same cast or a new group of actors?

TP: It will be the same cast. Everybody. I won’t do it without the original cast.

What’s the storyline?

TP: I can’t talk about it now, but it’s going to be great.

Would you go see sequal to “Why Did I Get Married”?

Tyler Perry covers the February issue of Essence magazine. Tyler Perry is one of the most powerful Black Man in Hollywood. In this issue, he shares his thoughts on overcoming haters and finding Mrs. Right!

In related news, Tyler Perry’s big screen movie, The Family That Preys, became the top selling DVD of last week after it was released. The film stars Sanna Lathan, Taraji Henson, Kathy Bates, and Tyler Perry. Next month, you can look forward to Tyler Perry’s latest movie, “Madea Goes to Jail.”

In more related news, six construction firms have filed liens against Perry’s house and his new movie studio. (more…)

HAHAHA! Check out the movie posters for Tyler Perry’s “Madea Goes To Jail”! The movie comes out in theatres near you on February 20th. It starts Derek Luke and Keisha Knight-Pulliam.

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Tyler Perry has announced that he is selling his 17,000 sq ft. home in Fairburn, GA for $3,695,000.00. The property has 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, a 4,000 Sq Foot master bedroom and a grand salon. The home was featured in Perry’s first feature film “Diary of a Mad Black Woman”. I wonder why he is selling this house. Its gorgeous!!!!!

UPDATE: Okay, I got the story clear now…My girl Dymond informed me that Perry is selling is house because he is building an even bigger one. According to AJC.com, Tyler Perry, creator of the “House of Payne” TV show, is building his dream home on a 17-acre tract he bought off Paces Ferry along the Chattahoochee River. The 30,000-square-foot French provincial mansion should be ready by Thanksgiving. But Perry’s purchase of the property in 2005 has put him into a drama more bizarre than any play he’s written or movie he’s produced. (more…)

Another Trailer for “Madea Goes to Jail” Coming out in Theatres Really Soon!