Tyler Perry Becomes Emotional on 'The View' Discussing His Late Mother's Legacy in New Documentary, 'Maxine's Baby'
Emotional moment on "The View" as Tyler Perry breaks down discussing the documentary "Maxine's Baby," which delves into Perry's relationship with his late mother and his tumultuous childhood.
- Tyler Perry got emotional during an interview on 'The View' while discussing his new documentary, 'Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story', which highlights his relationship with his late mother, Willie Maxine Perry.
- The filmmaker became emotional when co-host Sara Haines mentioned that she felt like she had 'met' his mother through the documentary, highlighting the deep impact Perry's mother had in his life and career.
- Perry's mother, who passed away in 2009, had a profound influence on his life and work, motivating him to succeed to care for her and ensure they'd never experience poverty again.
- The documentary follows Perry's rise to stardom in the entertainment industry, and tackles difficult subjects like Perry's abusive father and his mother's battle with cancer.
- 'Maxine's Baby: The Tyler Perry Story' documents Perry's childhood trauma, recognition of his mother's unwavering love, and his journey towards box office success.
- The film, set to premiere on November 17 on Prime Video, is named 'Maxine's Baby', reflecting Perry's assertion that above all, he is 'my mother's son.'
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