Tyler Perry and Gelila Bekele: Relationship update. The couple met in 2007 and dated from 2011. They welcomed son Aman in 2016. Perry announced their breakup in 2020 at age 51. They remain friendly co-parents and worked together on a 2023 documentary about Perry's life. Both agree on raising Aman without spoiling him. Perry faces a recent lawsuit from actor Derek Dixon alleging harassment, which Perry's team calls fabricated. (Updated 11 Sep 2025, 05:07 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Tyler Perry and Gelila Bekele: Relationship update
- The couple met in 2007 and dated from 2011
- They welcomed son Aman in 2016