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Today, Tyler Perry is one of the most successful figures in the entertainment industry, yet his early life was one of great struggle marked by poverty and abuse. In this speech Perry shares an unforgettable story from his childhood and the key to unlocking the light within us all. | Goalcast

Tyler Perry endured a painful childhood marked by physical and emotional abuse from his father, Emmitt Perry Sr. He described his early years as a “living hell” and changed his name at 16 to distance himself. Despite the trauma, Perry chose to forgive, saying holding on to the pain only hurt him more. His resilience shaped the powerful, faith-filled stories he tells today. ❤️ @tylerperry #tylerperry #abusivefather #hardship #overcoming #livetheimpossible #goalcast | Goalcast