He is one of the most powerful men in Hollywood and he plays the game by his own rules.  As a writer, producer, actor and future network owner, Tyler Perry’s message about the love of Jesus has been brough into the homes of millions of fans (usually on bootleg DVDs)

And though he is a “superman” when it comes to turning anything he touches into media gold, he’s shown his vulnerable side through a verbal spat with Spike Lee and a near slip up in the baby daddy department (let him slide today y’all).  But through it all, his message of keeping God first has always been visible.

From being homeless in New Orleans to owning his own private island, Tyler is proof that hard work and faith do pay off.