July 26th 2024.
On the latest episode of Keke Palmer's podcast, "This is Keke Palmer," the talented 30-year-old actress couldn't help but express her heartfelt appreciation for her special guest, renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry. Palmer, who began her career as a child actress, credits Perry for helping her through a tough time in her life.
Looking back, Palmer fondly remembers her experience working on Perry's film, "Madea's Family Reunion," as a pivotal moment in her career. Not only was it a great learning experience for her, but it also had a significant impact on her personal life. "I thank you so much for this," she told Perry. "Whatever the movie did, you gave me extra money in the backend, and that's big. I really wanted to point that out because that's not something that people are always doing, and that was very early on in my career. I was no big name or anything like that. It was not necessarily something that was my birthright, but for that to happen in that movie and for it to have been such a success — that extra money, what it did for my family and how it allowed me to maintain my time in California, moving from Chicago."
It's no surprise that "Madea's Family Reunion" was a hit at the box office, grossing over $63 million according to Box Office Mojo. In fact, it topped the charts during its debut weekend, raking in an impressive $30.25 million, as reported by The Associated Press. For Palmer, this success meant more than just a strong box office performance. It was a life-changing opportunity that helped her family and allowed her to pursue her dreams in the entertainment industry.
Fast forward to today, and money is no longer a concern for Palmer. The multi-talented star has ventured into producing her own projects, including her own digital television network, KeyTV. Just like Perry, she not only stars in but also produces content for her viewers. In a poignant moment, Palmer reflects on how she is now the one signing the checks and supporting upcoming actors and singers in the industry. It's a full-circle moment that she is grateful for and one that she will never forget.
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