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Brandon Black opens up about playing the first Black gay character in the Madea franchise

Brandon Black has opened up about portraying the first LGBTQ+ character in the Madea franchise. If you’re a fan of Tyler Perry, chances are you are familiar with the hilarious character of Madea Simmons. Since making her debut in 1999, the no-nonsense personality has delivered comedic and meaningful stories to viewers worldwide. However, after 11 plays and 12 theatrical movies, the expansive Madea Universe has never featured an out gay character – until now. In Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming, Black plays recent college graduate Tim Marshall– who also happens…

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