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The Obamas congratulate Tyler Perry on his studio's grand opening: “What an inspiration”

ABC/Steve IervolinoAlthough they were unable to make it to the October 5 grand opening of Tyler Perry Studios, Barackand Michelle Obama have a special message for the director and now studio owner.

“So much love for @TylerPerry, who just opened the first major film studio lot fully owned by an African-American,” tweeted Mrs. Obama tweeted. “Barack and I couldn’t be more proud of you—thanks for showing that no matter what, progress keeps marching forward.”

“What an inspiration,” she wrote, adding a strong arm emoji.

Perry later reposted Mrs. Obama tweet to his Instagram, adding his own thoughts to her message.

“I’m a writer with no words,” he wrote. “I’m still trying

 

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