Madea is based on Perry's mother and his aunt. In Perry's own words, Madea is "exactly the PG version of my mother and my aunt, and I loved having an opportunity to pay homage to them.

Jun 22, 2024 · Madea movies transitioned from stage to screen, becoming a staple in modern culture with deep themes beneath comedic surface. Despite criticism, Madea's popularity with …

Jul 13, 2025 · Madea, short for Mabel Simmons, is the no-filter grandmother figure fans have grown to love. Fiercely protective of her family, quick with a one-liner and never afraid to swing …

Jul 30, 2025 · Whether you’re new to the Madea cinematic universe or want to return to the franchise after catching up with the newest projects on Netflix, here’s the complete Madea …

The crazy and comical Mabel Simmons, otherwise known as Madea, tries to wrangle her fighting family together for a family dinner regarding the health of her niece Shirley.

Mabel Earlene "Madea" Simmons is the protagonist of Tyler Perry's famous Madea franchise. She is a sassy grandma who has been living in Atlanta, Georgia since the 1950s (or 1972 …

Aug 21, 2025 · Wondering how many Madea movies Tyler Perry made? Here's a complete list of all the Madea movies in order.

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Jul 16, 2025 · Tyler Perry's Madea franchise is anchored by a complex and sometimes outlandish family tree, with a new relative introduced in every project.

Mabel "Madea" Simmons is a character created and portrayed by Tyler Perry. The character is a tough elderly black woman. Madea has appeared in several plays directed by, written by, and …