Tyler Perry is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to a specific demographic. That demographic, however, isn't normally associated with Star Trek. You have to hand it to J.J. Abrams. He's pulling out all the stops by casting Tyler Perry of Medea fame (“Why Did I Get Married?,” “Daddy’s Little Girls,” “Madea’s Family Reunion,” and “Diary of a Mad Black Woman.”) as a major (we assume) character in the next big budget Star Trek film.

Will this bring in the African American theatergoers simply because Tyler Perry is in the movie and is one of their hottest stars? What role will Tyler Perry be playing and will he be wearing a dress?

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