{
  "id": 7613630,
  "title": "‘I’m never getting married’ – Tyler Perry reveals",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/im-never-getting-married-tyler-perry-reveals",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T18:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/im-never-getting-married-tyler-perry-reveals/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tyler Perry, the billionaire filmmaker and actor, has declared his intention to never marry, attributing his decision to concerns about the financial repercussions of divorce rather than the institution of marriage itself. The 57-year-old actor revealed this during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, where he was directly asked about his stance on marriage. Perry's response was unequivocal: \"Nope.\" He explained that while he understands the allure of marriage, his primary worry is the financial turmoil that can follow a divorce. \"For me, it's not the marriage that bothers me. It's the divorce,\" Perry stated, elaborating that many wealthy individuals he knows have lost substantial fortunes following marital breakdowns. \"I'm good just being free,\" he added, emphasizing his preference for independence. Perry's comments are particularly noteworthy given his own career trajectory, which is deeply intertwined with romantic relationships. He penned and directed the successful Why Did I Get Married? in 2007, followed by its sequel in 2010, with the latest installment, Why Did I Get Married Again?, now available on Netflix. Perry's wealth, estimated at around $1.4 billion by Forbes, is largely tied to his ownership of Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta and his diverse portfolio of films, television shows, and stage productions. Despite the irony of his career focusing on love, marriage, family, and relationships, Perry has chosen to remain unmarried, prioritizing his financial autonomy over traditional union.",
  "summary": "Billionaire filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry has ruled out marriage, saying his biggest concern is not the institution itself but the financial consequences that can come with divorce. The 57-year-old made the revelation during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, where he was asked whether marriage was something he could see himself pursuing. His […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}