[TASK 131: ETHIOPIA]
In celebration of Black History Month, here’s a masterlist below compiled of over 320+ Ethiopian faceclaims categorised by gender with their occupation and ethnicity denoted if there was a reliable source. If you want an extra challenge use random.org to pick a random number! Of course everything listed below are just suggestions and you can pick whichever character or whichever project you desire.
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MASTERLIST!
F:
Tamara Ustinov (1945) Ethiopian, Polish Jewish, Italian, Russian, French, German / Irish, Scottish, Welsh, English - actress.
Aster Aweke (1959) Ethiopian - singer.
Dennenesch Zoudé (1966) Ethiopian - actress.
Senait Ashenafi (1966) Ethiopian - actress, singer, model, and dancer.
Meskie Shibru-Sivan (1967) Ethiopian Jewish - actress and singer.
Julie Mehretu (1970) Ethiopian / Unknown - artist.
Marika Carlsson (1973) Ethiopian - tv personality and comedian.
Katarina Sandström (1974) Ethiopian - tv presenter and journalist.
Maaza Mengiste (1974) Ethiopian - writer.
Gigi / Ejigayehu Shibabaw (1974) Ethiopian - singer.
Kadra Ahmed-Omar (1975) Ethiopian, Somali - model.
Carla Harvey (1976) Ethiopian, Italian, Irish, Finnish - actress, singer, and writer.
Liya Kebede (1978) Ethiopian - actress, model, and clothing designer.
Ayala Ingedashet (1978) Ethiopian Jewish - singer.
Emilia / Emilia Mitiku / Emilia Rydberg (1978) Ethiopian / Swedish - singer.
Dege Feder (1978) Ethiopian Jewish - dancer.
Wanda Scott / Saaphyri Windsor (1979) Ethiopian - actress, model, reality tv contestant, hairstylist, and entrepreneur.
Helen Lasichanh (1980) Ethiopian / Lao - model.
Cabra Casay (1982) Ethiopian Jewish - singer.
Hayat Ahmed (1982) Ethiopian - model and Miss World Ethiopia 2003.
Kelela / Kelela Mizanekristos (1983) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter.
Esti Mamo (1983) Ethiopian Jewish - model and actress.
Zeritu / Zeritu Kebede (1984) Ethiopian - actress, singer-songwriter, producer, and screenwriter.
Kidan Tesfahun (1984) Ethiopian - model and Miss Earth Ethiopia 2008.
Ilfenesh Hadera (1985) Ethiopian / Unspecified European - actress.
Yodit Getahun (1985) Ethiopian - model and Miss Earth Ethiopia 2003.
Jade Eshete (1985) Ethiopian / Guyanese - actress.
Ester Rada (1985) Ethiopian Jewish - singer and actress.
Fatima Siad (1986) Ethiopian / Somali - model.
Andrea Brooks (1986) Ethiopian, Puerto Rican, Swedish - YouTuber (AndreasChoice).
Gelila Bekele (1986) Ethiopian - model and filmmaker.
LoLa Monroe / Angel Melaku / Fershgenet Melaku (1986) Ethiopian - actress, rapper, and model.
Mahder Assefa (1987) Ethiopian - actress.
Semra Kebede (1987) Ethiopian - actress, model, and Miss Ethiopia USA 2006.
Desirèe Noferini (1987) Ethiopian - actress.
Mirel Wagner (1987) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter.
Tahounia Rubel (1988) Ethiopian Jewish - model and tv personality.
Israela Avtau (1988) Ethiopian Jewish - model.
Sara Nuru (1989) Ethiopian - model.
Hagit Yaso (1989) Ethiopian Jewish - singer.
Alicia Monet Caldwell (1989) Ethiopian, Mohawk / African-American - actress.
Helen Getachew (1990) Ethiopian - model and Miss Universe Ethiopia 2012.
Hibret Fekadu (1990) Ethiopian - model and Miss World Ethiopia 2008.
Yirgalem Hadish (1990 or 1991) Ethiopian - model and Miss World Ethiopia 2014.
Fryat Yemane (1991) Ethiopian - actress, model, and tv host.
Tarik Chernet (1991) Ethiopian - actress.
Afomia Hailemeskel (1991) Ethiopian - actress.
Yityish Titi Aynaw (1991) Ethiopian Jewish - model and Miss Israel 2013.
Genet Tsegay (1991) Ethiopian - Miss World Ethiopia 2013.
Heben Nigatu (1991) Ethiopian - buzzfeed employee, comedian, podcaster, and writer.
Tensaye Yosef (1992) Ethiopian - actress.
Berta Vázquez (1992) Ethiopian / Ukrainian - actress, model, and singer.
Mhadere Tigabe (1992) Ethiopian - model and Miss Universe Ethiopia 2013.
Chinutay (1992) Ethiopian - YouTuber.
Selam Tesfaye (1993) Ethiopian - actress.
Kisanet Teklehaimanot (1993 or 1994) Ethiopian - Miss World Ethiopia 2015.
Hanan Tarq (1994) Ethiopian / Yemeni - actress.
Izzy Bizu / Isobel Beardshaw (1994) Ethiopian / English - singer-songwriter.
Kisanet Molla / Kisanet Gbereslasie (1994 or 1995) Ethiopian - Miss World Ethiopia 2017.
Soliyana Assefa (1994 or 1995) Ethiopian - Miss World Ethiopia 2016.
Ruth B / Ruth Berhe (1995) Habesha Ethiopian - singer-songwriter and pianist.
Aysha Abdul / Aysha Harun (1995) Harari Ethiopian, Yemeni, Turkish - youtuber.
Naomi Berhane (1996) Ethiopian - actress.
Addisalem Getaneh (1996) Ethiopian - actress.
Meklit / Meklit Hadero (?) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter.
Amleset Muchie (?) Ethiopian - actress, model, and filmmaker.
Malka Ingedashet (?) Ethiopian Jewish - singer.
Abby Lakew (?) Ethiopian - actress and singer.
Wayna / Woyneab Miraf Wondwossen (?) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter.
Munit Mesfin (?) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter.
Candee Zarah Rue (?) Ethiopian, Nigerian, Senegalese, Onondaga, Cherokee, Sephardi Jewish - youtuber.
Meron Getnet (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Yoadan Ephrem (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Blen Mamo (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Esti Elias (?) Ethiopian Jewish - model.
Dina Fekadu (?) Ethiopian - model, tv host, and Miss Universe Ethiopia 2006.
Fanta Prada (?) Ethiopian Jewish - model.
Kuku Sebsebe / Kuku Sebsibe (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Shani Mashsha (?) Ethiopian Jewish - model.
Kalkidan Tibebu (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Meseret Mebrate (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Yvette Parish (?) Ethiopian, Unspecified Native American - actress and model.
Tigist Helen Schmidt (?) Ethiopian / Swedish - actress.
Nadia Bellete (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Tesfaye Adugna (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yodit Mengistu (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Marta Goytome (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Miriam Ibrahim (?) Ethiopian / German - actress, director and producer.
Phoenix Skye (?) Ethiopian, German - Instagrammer and gamer (Instagram:itsphoenixskye)
Selamawit Shiferaw (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer: _selam)
Bethlehem Daniel (?) Ethiopian - model (Instagram: bedy_d)
Foziya Awel (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (foooziya)
Magdelin Embaye Haile (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (magdelinembaye)
Sapphira New (?) Ethiopian - model (Instagram: enly10me)
Lucy Ricardo (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (lucyricardo_)
Mazal Ayano (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (mazal_ayano)
Wintana Mathios (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (wintanamathios)
Tutu Demele (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (Instagram: 1beautiful_t)
Miss Mary / Mary Telahun - Instagrammer (Instagram: marytelahun)
Rekik (?) Ethiopian - YouTuber (Instagram: dopeethiopian)
Akela (?) Ethiopian - YouTuber (Instagram: akela.y)
Tizita Balemlay (?) Ethiopian - CEO of Plugged (Instagram: theplugsdaughterr)
Blenbeauty_ (?) Ethiopian - Owner of Keep Me Pretty (Instagram: blenbeauty_)
Callherhelen (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (callherhelen)
Msrtaye (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (Instagram: msrtaye)
Shyjerri (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer (Instagram: shyjerri)
Senait / Senait Ghebrehiwet Mehari (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Marzel (?) Ethiopian - Instagrammer: Touch By Marzel)
Weeha (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Sityana Teni (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Betty G (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Rahel Getu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Lemlem Haile Michael (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Zebiba Girma (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Rekik Teshome (?) Ethiopian - actress.
Mekdes Tsegaye (?) Ethiopian - actress and director.
Minyeshu / Minyeshu Kifle Tedla (?) Ethiopian - singer and dancer.
Jote Deresu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tsigereda Legesse (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yeneta Abebe (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Lense Lemessa (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Wengelawit Fiseha (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mekdes Hailu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mahi (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Asrebeb Tadege (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Soliyana Abayneh (?) Ethiopian - Miss World Ethiopia 2018.
Rodas Tamiru (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Sara T (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Zinash Tsegaye (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Lidya Mekuanent (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Teref Kassahun (?) Ethiopian - musician.
Eyerusalem Kelemework (?) Ethiopian - musician.
Weyni Hailemariam (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Selamawit Yohannes (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Fetilework Tesfaye (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Maritu Tamalew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Zantana (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Loza Wendimhun (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yenenesh Belete (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Didi Gaga (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Rahel Gemechu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Menbere T/Silassie (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Betelhem Abebe (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Znar Zema (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Eyerus Anteneh (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Alemtsehay Asrat (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mahder Getahun (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Sara Desta (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Christina Melkamu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Eden Gebreselassie (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Kalkidan Hulunayehu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Luci (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tsedi (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Samrawit Belete (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Neima Ahmed (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Heran Gediyon (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Amarech Alemu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Etsegenet Hailemariam (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Hiwot Shiko (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Adnew Bekele (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Abenet Demissie (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Roza Yitbarek (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Eskedar Wedaje (?) Ethiopian - singer.
M:
Argaw Bedaso (1934) Gurage Ethiopian - singer.
Duke / Abdul Fakir (1935) Ethiopian / Bangladeshi - singer.
Mahmoud Ahmed (1941) Gurage Ethiopian - singer.
Alemayehu Eshete / Alèmayèhu Eshèté (1941) Ethiopian - singer.
Jorge Ben / Jorge Ben Jor / Jorge Duilio Lima Menezes (1942) Brazilian [Ethiopian / Unspecified] - singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Mulatu Astatke / Mulatu Astatqé (1943) Ethiopian - musician, composer, and arranger.
Shantam Shubissa / Mohamed Ibrahim Waday (1944) Oromo Ethiopian - singer, composer, and poet.
Ali Birra / Ali Mahammed (1947) Oromo Ethiopian - singer, composer, and poet.
Alemu Aga (1950) Ethiopian - singer and begena player.
Dawit Yifru (1952) Ethiopian - keyboardist and arranger.
Muluken Melesse (1954) Ethiopian - singer and drummer.
Shabba-Doo / Shabba Doo / Adolfo Gordon Quiñones / Adolfo Gutierrez Quiñones (1955) Ethiopian / Puerto Rican - actor, dancer, and choreographer.
Abatte Barihun (1967) Ethiopian Jewish - musician.
Lemn Sissay (1967) Ethiopian - author and broadcaster.
Theodros Teshome / Theodros Teshome Kebede / Tewodros Teshome (1970) Ethiopian - actor, director, producer, and writer.
Tommy T / Thomas Gobena (1974) Ethiopian - bassist.
Shmuel Beru (1975) Ethiopian Jewish - actor, comedian, and director.
Shai Fredo (1975) Ethiopian Jewish - actor.
Raptile / Addis / Addis Mussa (1976) Ethiopian - rapper-songwriter and producer.
Teddy Afro / Tewodros Kassahun (1976) Ethiopian - singer.
Abdu Kiar (1976) Ethiopian - singer.
Gonjasufi / Sumach Ecks (1978) Ethiopian, Possibly Other / Mexican - actor, singer, guitarist, DJ, producer, and yoga teacher.
Y-Love / Yitz Jordan (1978) Ethiopian / Puerto Rican - rapper.
Kenna / Kenna Zemedkun (1978) Ethiopian - singer-songwriter, keyboardist, and producer.
Yosef Wolde-Mariam (1978) Ethiopian / Eritrean - rapper and tv presenter.
Dinaw Mengestu (1978) Ethiopian - novelist and writer.
Sirak M. Sabahat (1981) Ethiopian Jewish - actor.
Gabriel Teodros (1981) Ethiopian / Unspecified Native American, Irish, Scottish - rapper.
Honey Mahogany / Alpha Mulugeta (1983) Ethiopian - singer, tv personality, drag queen, and entertainer.
Boonaa Mohammed (1987) Oromo Ethiopian - poet.
Prinssi Jusuf (1990) Ethiopian - rapper.
Sky Lakota-Lynch (1991) Haliwa-Saponi / Ethiopian, English - actor and comedian.
Aminé / Adam Aminé Daniel (1994) Ethiopian / Eritrean - rapper-songwriter, singer, and director.
Nathan Zed (1997) Ethiopian - youtuber (The Third Pew).
dBlackLion / Imanuel Yerday (?) Ethiopian Jewish - singer-songwriter.
Uri Elman (?) Ethiopian Jewish - rapper (Strong Black Coffee).
Ilek Sahalu (?) Ethiopian Jewish - rapper (Strong Black Coffee).
Jeremy Cool Habash (?) Ethiopian Jewish - rapper.
Mikael Ayele (?) Ethiopian, Swedish - actor and filmmaker.
Bineyam Girma (?) Ethiopian - actor.
Lidetu Berhanu (?) Ethiopian - model (Instagram: lidetu.berhanu)
Robitey Kahsay (?) Ethiopian - model (Instagram: robitey_kahsay_)
Degife Romari (?) Ethiopian - model. (Instagram: degife_romari_official)
Sam G (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Jacky Gosee (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Nhatty Man (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Bonitua (?) Ethiopian - rapper.
Biruk Dejene (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Muas Baba (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ashenafi Geremew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
MIky Yo (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yabu Mo (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Papio Belete (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Deme Lula (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Bereket Elias (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Dinberu Tadesse (?) Ethiopian - singer.
EEKAA (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Samuel Seneshaw (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Habtamu G /Tsadik (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Stif Lion (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Jino (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Destaw Teshager (?) Ethiopian - singer.
John Haftu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yared Negu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Micky Gonderegna (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Wendesen Biru (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Bini Goytom (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Lion Sunday (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Hirphaa Gaanfuree (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Armah Abila (?) Ethiopian - singer.
King Teddy (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Asmelash Tamirayehu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
T - Man (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Abebaw Kesete (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Gildo Kassa (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Demere Legesse (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Minyibel Biweta (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tamene Kapite (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Genet Bekele (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Temesgen Kassa (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Dagi D (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ezzy Esayas (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Kaleab Abraham (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Eshetu Mersha (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Bahta Kiros (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yohannes Gebregziabher (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tade Gidyelew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mule Tattoo (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Rediet Tolosa (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Solomon Habte (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Assefa Teshale (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Berhanu Teka (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Shimeles Debash (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Guanche Berhe (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Sol Romeyo (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Habtu Ashagre (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Cha Cha Sami (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Esubalew Yetayew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mikiyas Nigussie (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Girmaw Admasu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mulusew Addis (?) Ethiopian - singer.
LTD BulBul (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Leencoo Gammachuu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Getale Alemayehu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Temesgen Gebregziabher (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Andy Amare (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mesfin Hailemariam (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yeheyes Ayele (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Heny One (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Woldemariam Getahun (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Asegid Eshetu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Semahegn Eshetu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Alemayehu Edmealem (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tekalign Abebe (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yohannes Werku (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ambachew Berhan (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ras Jany (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Zemas (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yitbarek Abebe T (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Gawlaro Menda (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ashenafi Zeberga (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tesfaye Kebede (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Abraham Ante (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Wende Tone (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Israel Kidanu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mulugeta Alemu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Wendimu Jira (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Sami Beyene (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Debe Alemseged (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Addis Mulat (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Markon (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Menibel Biweta (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ameha Sinku (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tefera Werku (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tesfalidet Tadesse (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mule Rootz (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Kaleab Getaneh (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Abebe Alemu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Yoosaan Geetahun (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Abenet Teshome (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Michael Seleshi (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Fikadu Tizazu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Endish Endish (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tesfamariam Gebremeskel (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mihret Teshome (?) Ethiopian - singer.
G Mesay Kebede (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Getachew Melese (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Debas Zerabruk (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Tewodros Getachew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ashenafi Kahsay (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Desalegn Reta (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mukur Weldu (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Mikiyas Mohammed (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Znabu Kiros (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Henok Getachew (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Solomon Teklya (?) Ethiopian - singer.
Ittiiqaa Tafarii (?) Oromo Ethiopian - singer.
Problematic:
Tiffany Haddish (1979) Eritrean Jewish, Ethiopian Jewish / African American - actress and comedian. - Has stated she’d happily work with Bill Cosby to this day despite his sexual assault allegations and implied that rape isn’t against her morals whilst diminishing rape survivors’ experiences.
Shyne / Moses Michael Levi Barrow / Jamal Michael Barrow (1979) Belizean [Ethiopian Jewish, possibly other] - rapper - Convicted of attempted murder.
Ruth Negga (1982) Ethiopian / Irish - actress. - Played a Rappahannock character in Loving when she is not Native American, let alone Rappahannock.
The Weeknd / Abel Tesfaye (1990) Ethiopian - singer - homophobic lyrics.
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Celebs Shower Tyler Perry With Love After His Studios’ Historic Grand Opening Weekend
Tyler Perry Studios held its grand opening over the weekend and celebs are showering him with love and praise for the big feat. Peep their reactions inside…
Tyler Perry unveiled his state-of-the-art Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, which sit on 330-acres, inviting a slew of YBF celebs to share in the celebration over the weekend. And it’s a major deal. Tyler Perry Studios is considered one of the largest production studios in the country with 12 soundstages, 40 buildings on-site that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and more than 200 acres of green space.
Not to mention, he’s the first African-American to own a studio without the backing of corporations or partners. Yeah, he did that. He’s providing a seat at the table like no other.
Welcome to my table!! pic.twitter.com/fzvP3lTQQX
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 7, 2019
A slew of A-listers were in the mix to celebrate Tyler’s huge accomplishment, including EGOT Whoopi Goldberg (who was honored during the gala), Spike Lee, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Taraji P. Henson, Viola Davis, Cecily Tyson, Halle Berry, Debbie Allen, Samuel L. Jackson, Phylicia Rashad, Usher, Ava DuVernay and TONS more.
Following the epic night, Tyler tried to express his emotions in a tweet:
I’m a writer with no words for Saturday night. So if a picture is worth a thousand words then let them speak for me while I gather my emotions and try to process what happened on Saturday!! https://t.co/KAI2QGPmtz pic.twitter.com/SXBLEeqqV2
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 7, 2019
He dedicated one of those soundstages to legendary actress Diahann Carroll, who passed away last Friday following a long bout with cancer. Tyler hopped on Instagram to pay tribute to the “Julia” actress, sharing how he had previously planned to pay tribute to the iconic actress before her passing.
”In less than 24 hours I was scheduled to dedicate a sound stage at my new studio to Diahann Carroll,” he wrote. “As I sat reviewing her video tribute, I got a request to call her daughter when she told me of her Mother’s passing. I did what I could to try and comfort her in this difficult time, but I know no words could soothe, however I prayed that it would."
He said Stage 5 in Tyler Perry Studios will forever hold the legacy Diahann Carroll left behind.
We wanted Diahann to hear us in Heaven!!! pic.twitter.com/5iYiW320yY
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 7, 2019
EGOT Whoopi Goldberg was honored with a soundstage named after her:
What an honor to salute this EGOT legend! @WhoopiGoldberg pic.twitter.com/zn6SNgQNFP
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 7, 2019
And so did Hollywood titan Will Smith, who was accompanied by his wife Jada Pinkett Smith:
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Congrats to you @willsmith on your sound stage dedication at @tylerperrystudios. You are building such a beautiful legacy around a deeply impactful career in so many ways. I’m very proud of you. Continue to shine light on ... joy : @jas
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Before wrapping up the monumental weekend, Tyler held CHURCH outside on his studio lawn. His girlfriend Gelila Bekele and their 4-year-old son Aman were also in the mix.
Couldn’t close the weekend without Jesus meeting us on the lawn at the studio!! Having a full heart and a thankful soul to all that have prayed me all the way here. https://t.co/DbMSUNDaq1 pic.twitter.com/PFvHvQQsk9
— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) October 7, 2019
Get into the gospel feels by SEEit Choir, led by Greg Kirkland Jr., below:
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#TylerPerry had his girlfriend #GelilaBekele and their 4-year-old son Aman right by his side as he wrapped up the #TylerPerryStudios soundstage dedication weekend this morning with a gospel choir led by #TashaPageLockhart, #Oprah #StedmanGraham #AvaDuvernay, #Diddy and more. Swipe for Ava’s explanation about just how epic and iconic this is for a black man to own - outright - Studios larger than any Studio in Hollywood, and bigger than Disney, Paramount, Warner, etc. combined. Congratulations isn’t a big enough word. #TylerPerry #YBFInspiration
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Bishop T. D. Jakes also delivered a word during the Sunday service. Several celebs were in attendance for the Sunday gospel service/brunch, including Oprah, former president Bill Clinton, former first lady Hillary Clinton, Jennifer Hudson, Bevy Smith, Tina Knowles Lawson, Nicole Ari Parker, Jenifer Lewis, Vanessa Williams, April Ryan, Anita Baker, Michelle Williams, Stacey Abrams, Kirk Franklin and more.
Peep flicks of celebs in attendance at Tyler's Sunday Brunch and their tributes below:
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@tylerperry you built the biggest studio in America, one that can fit all the other Hollywood studios combined and still have room to spare. You’ve also created a dream of hope and possibility for everyone to know that no matter who you are or where you come from, you can always do better when you’re aligned with the Divine. Thank you for the naming of the soundstages. I love mine. #GloryToGlory #ImagineThis
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Today’s sermon by @bishopjakes was titled A FRESH START. I truly believe he ignited the room this afternoon as we all celebrated @tylerperry and the opening of @tylerperrystudios! I am thankful for a fresh start! The past is OVER!! @tylerperry I am forever changed. I was sitting on the trolley as we were touring the grounds saying “wow, I’m here to witness this.” @tylerperrystudios sits on 330 acres, a former confederate army base. He bought it y’all!! Soundstages dedicated to #CicelyTyson, @whoopigoldberg, @willsmith, @officialspikelee, @oprah, @halleberry, @johnsingleton, @diahann_carroll, Ruby Dee and Ozzie Davis and #DenzelWashington. ——————————— Deets: Wearing @don_morphy Hat: @goorinbros Styled by @stylistjbolin Assisted by @_mekstyles_
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On the plane back home still feeling the love and power of this weekend and saw this on the newstand in airport! Don’t hurt em Tyler !!! @tylerperry #thetylertakeover1
A post shared by Tina Knowles (@mstinalawson) on Oct 7, 2019 at 7:45am PDT
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I wish I could post pictures from inside this spectacular studio, but we’ve been asked to refrain. I got to experience the dedication ceremonies with my sister @teraduvernay and it was beyond. A black man owns a studio lot larger and more modern than any studio lot in Hollywood. Fun Fact: The studio lots of Disney, Warner Bros, Paramount, Fox and Sony could fit inside Tyler Perry’s studio lot at the same time - and there would still be 60 acres to spare. Jaw dropping. And all on a former Confederate Army base. Our ancestors rejoice. Twelve soundstages. A 200,000 square foot office complex. A whole neighborhood of historic homes and facades for film shooting. Perfectly manicured hedges all around. And beautiful black people working at all levels. A stunning achievement that will echo through the generations. Words can’t express the pride. And the joy. Bravo, @tylerperry. Stunning to witness. History made.
A post shared by Ava DuVernay (@ava) on Oct 6, 2019 at 8:25am PDT
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Ladies And Gentlemen,Boys And Girls-This Past Saturday Night My Brother TYLER PERRY Made History In Atlanta,Georgia With The Naming Of His Sound Stages. It Is With Honor And Humility That I Have A Stage Along With My Fellow Artists. Tyler,Da Whole Lee Family Thanks You. God Bless And Keep Keepin’ On Doin’ God’s Work. And Dat’s Da “BLACK MOGUL” Truth,Ruth.
A post shared by Spike Lee (@officialspikelee) on Oct 7, 2019 at 12:09pm PDT
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I’m so honored. I’m so proud. Thank you, thank you, thank you @tylerperry ! What you’ve done is astonishing and remarkable!
A post shared by WhoopiGoldberg (@whoopigoldberg) on Oct 7, 2019 at 2:31pm PDT
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Happy Sunday. Congratulations to Tyler Perry on the opening of his studios. I could feel our ancestors’ presence. Surrounded by my heroes, I watched Denzel, Queen Oprah, Spike, Whoopi, Sir Poitier, Will, Halle , Dame Cicely and our angels John Singleton and Diahann Carroll honored. The Armand de Brignac crashed against each soundstage as fireworks lit up the sky. Generations of blood, sweat and tears, success, excellence and brilliance. It makes me so proud, so full, I could not stop crying. Thank you my Virgo brother for so much love and passion put into every detail. My prayer today is that you will take it all in. You inspire me to dream even bigger.
A post shared by Beyoncé (@beyonce) on Oct 6, 2019 at 3:56pm PDT
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Last night was surreal - Overwhelmed with pride for @tylerperry, creator of the first black-owned major film studio in our HISTORY. To have shared in this moment in some small way, standing beside the most iconic talent in celebration of his accomplishment, was an absolute honor that I will never forget. Last night Tyler dared us to dream a bigger dream for ourselves, and today I dare each of you to do the same!
A post shared by Halle Berry (@halleberry) on Oct 6, 2019 at 11:03am PDT
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Such a glorious weekend celebrating @tylerperrystudios! Bravo @tylerperry! #tylerperrystudios
A post shared by Debbie Allen (@therealdebbieallen) on Oct 7, 2019 at 9:54am PDT
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Tyler Perry Studios’ grand opening was an amazing historical event. Very proud of you, Tyler!!! * * * #TylerPerry #TylerPerryStudios #Atlanta #JeniferLewis #TheMotherOfBlackHollywood #InTheseStreets
A post shared by Jenifer Lewis (@jeniferlewisforreal) on Oct 6, 2019 at 3:09pm PDT
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Here we are in the same room together. How much CUSSING, fun, and carrying on do you think went on??? * * * #TylerPerry #TylerPerryStudios #GrandOpening #SamuelLJackson #Atlanta #RedCarpet #JeniferLewis #TheMotherOfBlackHollywood #InTheseStreets
A post shared by Jenifer Lewis (@jeniferlewisforreal) on Oct 7, 2019 at 11:28am PDT
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— Bow Wow (@smoss) October 6, 2019
Dinner with the ceo of @ChickfilA pic.twitter.com/EbPMtaRzma
— Bow Wow (@smoss) October 7, 2019
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How could I forget to post my good sister @iamjhud who opened up #tylerperrystudios with the most soul stirring version of #ToDreamTheImpossibleDream which was essentially the theme song for the entire weekend! She also served major lewks each & every time! #ShesMyDreamGirl
A post shared by bevy smith (@bevysmith) on Oct 6, 2019 at 10:15pm PDT
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“You are so priceless to me & loving you has made me see with your love I can do most anything” - Priceless by the incomparable #AnitaBaker yes, I recited those lines to her & yes, I know I should have been embarrassed to do so but Miss.Baker was so gracious!!! I GAGGED when she said “Bev, I saw your feather (my @anthonymaxwell_ny hat has a very tall feather) throughout the service but I didn’t know it was you”! First off, in what universe would ANITA BAKER know who I am? I mean, come on son!!!! I had so many magical moments with ICONS this year, with them telling me they appreciate my work on my radio show & also telling it like it is on tv! The last quarter of this decade is dedicated to MOVING ON, climbing new heights, reaching, stretching! I’ve done the good work but God ain’t done with me yet, watch me work & yes, occasionally twerk! #Grateful #TylerPerryStudioOpening
A post shared by bevy smith (@bevysmith) on Oct 7, 2019 at 2:21am PDT
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Pucker Up....always a good time when I see @tarajiphenson @tylerperry had all the fab sepia dolls in ATL!
A post shared by bevy smith (@bevysmith) on Oct 7, 2019 at 11:50am PDT
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Pucker Up....always a good time when I see @tarajiphenson @tylerperry had all the fab sepia dolls in ATL!
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What a FABULOUS weekend! Major congrats to Tyler Perry!
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