Madea’s Destination Wedding is now out on Netflix, and the new Tyler Perry film features an ensemble cast of characters both new and old. As the latest entry in the 20-year-spanning Madea franchise on Netflix, the film follows a rushed wedding at a tropical locale with great comedy and strong family drama.

There have been a lot of Madea movies from Tyler Perry, and they have grown a dedicated fanbase. Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, has carved out a unique sector of the cinematic landscape, crafting a series of profitable films at a surprisingly low cost. Other recent hits like Straw have shown off his dynamic range.

Madea is not the only character in Tyler Perry’s best movies, but she has become one of the most familiar. The new movie adds a new location and a new partner for Tiffany. The ridiculous comedy is resonating with audiences, and much of this is to do with the strength of the charismatic cast.

Tyler Perry As Madea, Brian, And Joe Simmons

Date Of Birth: September 13, 1969

• Active Since: 1992

Actor: Tyler Perry was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and he started as a playwright before breaking through in Diary of a Mad Black Woman. Perry has built an empire by juggling so many roles, writing, directing, producing, and starring in many of his own features. Holding the full rights to his movies, Perry has retained incredible creative control over his projects.

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Character: Madea has been a major figure in cinema since debuting in 2005. The character is rambunctious and wild. She is a tough and street-smart Black woman. Based on the matriarchs in Perry’s own family, the character has become a major part of Perry’s brand, appearing in plays, movies, and TV.

The other characters in the same family, Brian and Joe, have recurred in the series as Madea’s nephew and brother respectively. Joe allows Perry to play an inappropriate older man, while Brian fulfills the straight man role in the film. Both have been a part of the franchise for many years.

Taja V. Simpson As Debrah

Date of Birth: July 8, 1978

• Active Since: 2004

Actor: Taja V. Simpson was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and has been a recurring presence on network TV series for years. She appeared on shows including Grey’s Anatomy and The Bold and the Beautiful before securing a large role on Tyler Perry’s The Oval. Since then, she has played this recurring role in the Madea series.

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Character: Debrah is Brian’s ex-wife and the mother to Tiffany. She looks for ways to make her ex-husband look bad, but is a complex character with a complicated past. Appearing in Perry’s movies since Diary of a Mad Black Woman, she was previously portrayed by Tamara Taylor.

Diamond White As Tiffany

Date Of Birth: January 1, 1999

• Active Since: 2007

Actor: Diamond White was born in Detroit, Michigan, and she rose to prominence after placing fifth on The X Factor. She is a skilled singer and performer and has lent her voice to all kinds of animated projects. She won an Annie Award for her voice performance in Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.

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Character: Tiffany is the daughter of Brian and Debrah Simmons, and has featured in the series since 2005. She has grown up over the course of the series, and has been affected by the divorce between her parents. She is a free-thinking and rebellious young woman. Diamond White has been playing her since Boo! A Madea Halloween.

Madea’s Destination Wedding Supporting Cast And Characters

Jermaine Harris as B.J.: Jermaine Harris is a young actor from Pittsburgh who has been making an impact in recent series like Saturdays. He also appeared in Ballers and had a substantial role in The Map of Tiny Perfect Things. He plays Tiffany’s brother and Brian’s son in Destination Wedding.

Xavier Smalls as Zavier: Xavier Smalls is from California, and he stands out in Destination Wedding as Zavier, Tiffany’s rapper fiancé. He does not yet have many credits to his name, but had a substantial role in the 2024 television series Beauty in Black.

Cᴀssi Davis Patton as Aunt Bam: Cᴀssi Davis-Patton was born in Holly Springs, and broke through in Madea’s Family Reunion. She played a major role in Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, and appeared in shows including Married… with Children and Kenan and & Kel. Madea’s fiery cousin, Aunt Bam has been played by Davis-Patton since 2010.

Tamela Mann as Cora: Tamela Mann was born in Fort Worth, Texas, and is best known for winning a Grammy Award for Best Gospel Performance/Song in 2017 for the song “God Provides.” She has appeared in various Tyler Perry projects through the years and has played Madea’s daughter, Cora, since 2005.

Walnette Santiago as Kaja: Santiago is an actor from Puerto Rico and rose to prominence with her role in First Kill. Usually billed as Walnette Carrington, Santiago plays a pivotal role in the new film. She has had an extensive career since 2013, and has appeared in projects including Doom Patrol and BMF.

Brandon Sutton as Dennis: Debrah’s new husband, Dennis, has a small part in the new film. Sutton plays the character well thanks to his extensive acting experience. He has appeared in projects including The Crossover and Ordinary Joe.

David Mann as Leroy Brown: David Mann has played a regular role in the Madea series as Mr. Brown. He starred in Meet the Browns, and has worked as a producer on some of his own projects, including Merry Wish-Mas and Soul Santa.