Actress Cocoa Brown is feeling the love from fellow celebrities, and Tyler Perry takes the cake by making the ultimate donation to replace his burned down home.
The “911” star was in big trouble on Sunday when a fire destroyed his property in Fayetteville, Georgia. Since the tragic incident, fans and loved ones have contributed to Brown’s fight through a GoFundMe page — with the latest contribution coming from the billionaire film producer.
Tyler Perry Donates Nearly Half a Million Dollars For Cocoa Brown’s New Home
Brown recently raved about receiving a whopping $400k from Perry, noting that he was extremely grateful to the “Madea” creator for contributing his time. His appreciation goes to everyone who donates to his cause.
The mother-of-one, who was lucky to escape the fire unharmed with her son, admitted that the last few days had been an emotional rollercoaster.
She recalled the sense of loss she felt as she watched her home burn and emphasized that her priority was keeping her son, Phoenix, safe and sound.
The “Better Or Worse” actress doubled down on her gratitude to her fans and loved ones for their support, stating that she and Phoenix have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love they’ve received. She claimed the support overshadowed the pain of losing their home, saying:
“Having each other, our fur babies, and seeing and feeling all this love has strengthened our love for each other and humanity.”
In addition to praising Perry’s great contributions, Brown also gave a special shout-out to his faith community in his interview. He thanked Pastor Mark and the entire congregation of McDonough Rd Baptist Church for working hard for him.
While Perry remains the most well-known donor, other celebrities have contributed heavily to Brown’s GoFundMe page. The list includes stars like Tiffany Haddish, Marlon Wayans, Byron Allen, Sherri Shepherd and the team of “The Breakfast Club” podcast.
About the fire that destroyed the actress’s house, sources told TMZ the incident was likely started by a lit candle falling into some clothes in the house. However, this claim has not been confirmed by the victim or the authorities.
Cocoa Brown’s GoFundMe Project Reaches Over $40,000 in Donations
A day after a raging fire tore through his property in Fayetteville, Brown’s team and community rushed to his aid with a GoFundMe project. They hope to reach the $50,000 goal, and hundreds quickly began contributing and reached over $40,000+ in donations by Tuesday, February 20th.
The fundraising page “Supporting Cocoa and Phoenix after Tragic Fire” contained a lengthy statement from the actress’ team. They explained the situation and asked fans and members of the Georgia community to be a beacon of hope in Brown’s darkest moment, writing:
“Today, our community was rocked by the devastating news of Cocoa Brown and her son Phoenix losing their home in a fire. Koko, a beacon of joy in our lives through her incredible comedy, now faces unimaginable challenges as she and her son must rebuild their lives from scratch.”
“While we are grateful to hear that they are safe, the road ahead is undoubtedly scary. Cocoa Brown has brought laughter and light to countless lives with her talent and humor,” the message continued, noting the fundraiser will help the mother and child get back on their feet.
There is no pressure to contribute financially, as others can support the Brown family by sharing the GoFundMe project with their friends and family and on social media platforms.
“The more people who know about Cocoa’s situation, the more support we can gather,” the cast team said. The statement’s conclusion reaffirmed GoFundMe’s goals, reading:
“Let’s come together as a community to show Cocoa Brown and Phoenix that they are not alone. Together, we can help them find light in the midst of darkness and pave the way for a brighter future. Thank you for your generosity and compassion. With love, The Cocoa Brown Team.”
As mentioned, the cry for help touched the hearts of several people, and over 400 donations were made. Together, these kind souls helped generate $41,492 of the $50,000 goal as of Tuesday, but the fundraiser has already surpassed this mark to more than $60,000.
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