David Mann

David Mann

Born: August 7, 1966
in Fort Worth, Texas, USA
David Anthony Mann Sr. (born August 7, 1966) is an American actor and gospel singer who has starred in several Tyler Perry plays including I Can Do Bad All By Myself, Madea's Family Reunion, Madea's Class Reunion, Meet the Browns, What's Done in the Dark, and Madea's Farewell Play. His character Mr. (Leroy) Brown is the father of Madea's daughter Cora (played by his real life wife, Tamela Mann). He reprised his role in the Tyler Perry films Meet the Browns, Madea Goes to Jail, Madea's Big Happy Family, and A Madea Homecoming, as well as the TBS sitcom spinoff Meet the Browns. He and his wife also starred in the Bounce Network sitcom Mann and Wife. He voices Mr. Nezzer on TBN's .The VeggieTales Show.

He has been married to actress/singer Tamela Mann since 1988; they were both previous members of Kirk Franklin's vocal ensemble "The Family" before working with Tyler Perry. In 2018, he and Tamela recorded a romantic soul album together called Us Against the World.

Movies for David Mann...

Truth Be Told
Title: Truth Be Told
Released: July 20, 2023
Type: Movie
While an important cultural epicenter with a rich political history of antiracist organizing, the Black church has historically fallen short when it comes to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and its queer members. Equal parts healing journey and incisive examination, this essential, extremely necessary portrait critiques the Black community lovingly, balancing the beauty of fellowship within the church against the damaging legacy it must work to undo.
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Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming
Title: Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming
Character: Mr. Brown
Released: February 25, 2022
Type: Movie
Madea's back - hallelujer! And she's not putting up with any nonsense as family drama erupts at her great-grandson's college graduation celebration.
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Soul Santa
Title: Soul Santa
Character: Nicky / Santa
Released: November 11, 2021
Type: Movie
A shopping mall Santa Claus is the disguise of a businessman that got into trouble with mob's money.
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Unlawful Duties
Title: Unlawful Duties
Released: June 6, 2021
Type: Movie
Directed by Sunil Kulkarni. With Dennis Mallen, Chrystopher Avant, David Mann, Alex Odunuga. Two officer on night duty receives a call to investigate a disturbance in the area only to discover more than they expected
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Title: Tyler Perry's Assisted Living
Released: September 2, 2020
Type: TV
After losing his job, Jeremy, a patriarch of a young family with teenage children, decides to move to the backwoods of Georgia to help his crazy grandfather. Grandpa Vinny has foolishly purchased a terribly run-down home for the elderly and he is in way over his head, but comedy ensues as Mr. Brown and Cora show up at the right time as needy investors.
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Tyler Perry's Madea's Farewell - The Play
Title: Tyler Perry's Madea's Farewell - The Play
Character: Mr. Leroy S. Brown
Released: August 27, 2020
Type: Movie
In Tyler Perry's final performance as Madea, the beloved matriarch will grace the stage to help her family navigate their greatest challenge yet: each other. Madea’s great-grandson graduates from law school and the entire family gathering to celebrate the occasion. However, chaos ensues as some unexpected folks show up and Madea morphs into a life coach. It's sure to be a turbulent time but one filled with fun, laughter and perhaps even some tears.
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VeggieTales: The Best Christmas Gift
Title: VeggieTales: The Best Christmas Gift
Character: Mr. Nezzer (voice)
Released: October 15, 2019
Type: Movie
Bob and Larry are preparing for their first Christmas show in Mr. Nezzer's theater and the show seems to be headed for disaster. Bob begins to wonder how to celebrate Christmas when everything is going wrong. It's when the Veggies go back to the very first Christmas, where times were tough and things didn't seem to be working out, that they all learn the promise of Christmas - God is with us. It's a timeless story of hope that every family will enjoy!
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Title: The VeggieTales Show
Character: Mr. Nezzer (voice)
Released: October 15, 2019
Type: TV
Bob, Larry and all your Veggie friends return in an all new television series. Bob and Larry use Mr.Nezzer's theatre to put on various performances based on stories from the Bible.
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Title: Tamron Hall
Character: Self - Guest
Released: September 9, 2019
Type: TV
Former news host and journalist Tamron Hall discusses all things topical and engages those she interviews in thorough meaningful and entertaining conversations.
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Merry Wishmas
Title: Merry Wishmas
Character: Jessie Jenkins
Released: December 2, 2018
Type: Movie
A successful Atlanta businesswoman reunites with an old high school friend at his wellness facility. She is reminded of the transformational power of love, hope and faith, all amplified by the spirit of the holidays.
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Title: Mann & Wife
Character: Daniel Mann
Released: April 7, 2015
Type: TV
"Mann & Wife" is a new original Bounce TV series starring David and Tamela Mann as newlyweds Daniel and Toni Mann. The show revolves around the newly married couple and their blended family, each with two children from previous marriages. Daniel, a police officer from Atlanta, and Toni, a school teacher from Dallas, along with their kids all move into Daniel's house in the Atlanta suburbs and have to adjust to their new lives together.
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The Ultimate Life
Title: The Ultimate Life
Character: Hobo Joe
Released: September 6, 2013
Type: Movie
Despite his best intentions, billionaire Jason Stevens can’t find enough time to keep his beloved Alexia a priority. But when he discovers his late grandfather’s journal, he is transported back to Red Stevens’ incredible world. With everything he loves hanging in the balance, Jason Stevens hopes the past will prepare him well for the future.
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Madea's Big Happy Family
Title: Madea's Big Happy Family
Character: Brown
Released: April 22, 2011
Type: Movie
When Shirley, Madea's niece, receives distressing news about her health, the only thing she wants is her family gathered around her. However, Shirley's three adult children are too preoccupied with their own troubled lives to pay attention to their mother. It is up to Madea, with the help of rowdy Aunt Bam, to bring the clan together and help Shirley deal with her crisis.
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Madea Goes to Jail
Title: Madea Goes to Jail
Character: Mr. Brown
Released: February 16, 2009
Type: Movie
After a high-speed car chase, Madea winds up behind bars because her quick temper gets the best of her. Meanwhile, Assistant District Attorney Josh Hardaway lands a case that's too personal to handle: that of a young prostitute and former drug addict named Candace. When Candace winds up in jail, Madea takes the young woman under her protective wing.
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Title: Meet the Browns
Released: January 7, 2009
Type: TV
Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns is an American sitcom created and produced by playwright, director, and producer Tyler Perry. The show revolves around a senior family living under one roof in Decatur, Georgia led by patriarch Mr. Brown and his daughter Cora Simmons. The show premiered on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 and finished its run on November 18, 2011 on TBS. It is made in the model of his play and film of the same name. The show stars David Mann and Tamela Mann, who starred in the earlier stage play and motion picture.
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Meet the Browns
Title: Meet the Browns
Character: Leroy Brown
Released: March 21, 2008
Type: Movie
A single mother living in inner city Chicago, Brenda has been struggling for years to make ends meet and keep her three kids off the street. When she's laid off with no warning, she starts losing hope for the first time - until a letter arrives announcing the death of a father she's never met. Desperate for any kind of help, Brenda takes her family to Georgia for the funeral, but nothing could have prepared her for the Browns, her father's fun-loving, crass Southern clan. In a small-town world full of long afternoons and country fairs, Brenda struggles to get to know the family she never knew existed... and finds a brand new romance that just might change her life.
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Tyler Perry's What's Done In The Dark - The Play
Title: Tyler Perry's What's Done In The Dark - The Play
Character: Mr. Brown
Released: February 12, 2008
Type: Movie
Stage and screen multi-hyphenate Tyler Perry returns to the helm for this lively tale of emergency room bedlam that finds a group of doctors, nurses, and patients desperately struggling to keep their secrets in the dark. Unfortunately for this crew, these things always find a way of coming to light.
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Tyler Perry's Meet The Browns - The Play
Title: Tyler Perry's Meet The Browns - The Play
Character: Leroy Brown
Released: June 28, 2005
Type: Movie
A funeral can be a time for laughter (and lessons) when the kooky Brown family gathers to bury Brown's 107-year-old father. It's a foot-stomping sound-stirring send-off and a great reminder--"Ain't nothin' like family, ain't nothin' like love!"
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Madea's Class Reunion - The Play
Title: Madea's Class Reunion - The Play
Character: Mr. Leroy S. Brown
Released: September 13, 2003
Type: Movie
When Madea shows up for her 50th class reunion, you know it’s going to be a whopper! Between the belly laughs and the soulful songs are life lessons. Thanks to Madea’s wisdom, the message is clear: Learn to forgive and begin with yourself.
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Whatcha Lookin' 4
Title: Whatcha Lookin' 4
Character: Self
Released: April 22, 2003
Type: Movie
As you view this project, it is our prayer that you experience the outpouring of the Spirit that fell over the crowd during this recording. From beginning to end - Kirk and the family continuously express their love for the Lord and introduce a fresh, new sound that will definitely deliver what you are looking 4.
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The Rebirth of Kirk Franklin: Live
Title: The Rebirth of Kirk Franklin: Live
Character: Self
Released: October 8, 2002
Type: Movie
Recorded live at Houston's Lakewood Church, this collection of live performances and video clips features guest appearances by Bishop T.D. Jakes, Shirley Caesar, Crystal Lewis, Donnie McClurkin and more
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Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself - The Play
Title: Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself - The Play
Character: Leroy Brown
Released: September 1, 2002
Type: Movie
When Madea gets sick, her family comes to her aid. What they don't realize is that they're the ones who need her help. As always, Madea's cockeyed outlook on life saves the day and guarantees side-splitting laughs along the way.
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Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion - The Play
Title: Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion - The Play
Character: Leroy Brown
Released: January 25, 2002
Type: Movie
The fireworks begin when Madea’s family gathers for her granddaughter’s wedding. As usual, Madea rules the roost, as she and her neighbor, the wacky Mr. Brown, deliver nonstop laughs. Live, love, rejoice...it’s Madea’s Family Reunion!
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Kirk Franklin and the Family: Live
Title: Kirk Franklin and the Family: Live
Character: Self
Released: March 24, 1998
Type: Movie
A collection of eight rousing spiritual hits recorded at the Grace Temple in Fort Worth Texas in 1994. Selections include He's Able, Real Love and Silver and Gold among others.
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Breaking Point
Title: Breaking Point
Character: Policeman
Released: June 2, 1976
Type: Movie
The Mafia tries to take revenge against a man who testified against them in court.