Tamela Mann

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Characters played by Tamela Mann

First Lady — The Color Purple (2023)

First Lady is the mayor's wife who condescendingly offers Sofia a job as her maid. Sofia refuses, is arrested after their physical confrontation, and is later forced to work for her after being released. Her treatment of Sofia contributes directly to Sofia's depression and loss of her former fierceness.

Cora — Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming (2022)

Family member managing household and neighborhood tensions

Cora — Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)

Madea's niece, often caught in family drama and social situations.

Cora — Madea's Destination Wedding (2025)

Madea's daughter navigating personal struggles, family drama, and generational conflicts.

Cora Brown — Meet the Browns (2008)

Madea's niece, leads family gatherings and drama.

Cora — Madea's Big Happy Family (2011)

Madea's daughter, often caught between generational clashes and family responsibilities.

Career Overview

Tamela Mann has 26 screen credits in a career dating back to 1998. Their work is anchored in the Madea Collection universe with 6 titles. Signature works include Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming, Tyler Perry's Meet The Browns - The Play, Madea's Class Reunion - The Play. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
26
Birth Date
1966-06-09
Birth Place
Limestone County, Texas, USA

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2391493), public domain (CC0).