Forward in Faith: Tyrese

Tyrese walks by faith.

Forward in Faith: Tyrese - Tyrese is an R&B sensation that's been making the ladies swoon since the late '90s. The doubly talented actor also has played several lead roles in box-office hit films and proven his skills beyond music and film. Check out the singer-performer's rise to fame and the journey of his career before he hits the stage at this year's Celebration of Gospel. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for BET)

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Forward in Faith: Tyrese - Tyrese is an R&B sensation that's been making the ladies swoon since the late '90s. The doubly talented actor also has played several lead roles in box-office hit films and proven his skills beyond music and film. Check out the singer-performer's rise to fame and the journey of his career before he hits the stage at this year's Celebration of Gospel. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for BET)

Representing Watts, California - Tyrese Gibson is the baby of four siblings, raised by his single mother, Priscilla Durham, in Los Angeles. Surprisingly, the singer got his big break on a bus and made an appearance in a 1994 Coca-Cola ad, singing "Always, Coca-Cola."  (photo: John Ricard / BET)

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Representing Watts, California - Tyrese Gibson is the baby of four siblings, raised by his single mother, Priscilla Durham, in Los Angeles. Surprisingly, the singer got his big break on a bus and made an appearance in a 1994 Coca-Cola ad, singing "Always, Coca-Cola." (photo: John Ricard / BET)

He Is Baby Boy - One of the most iconic urban films of all time, Baby Boy (2001) was Tyrese's major breakthrough in the movie industry. Playing the lead role of Jody, he would tell the story of an unemployed bike mechanic coming of age as a Black man in America.   (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images for BET)

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He Is Baby Boy - One of the most iconic urban films of all time, Baby Boy (2001) was Tyrese's major breakthrough in the movie industry. Playing the lead role of Jody, he would tell the story of an unemployed bike mechanic coming of age as a Black man in America.   (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images for BET)

Star Stunna - Singer Tyrese performs on stage during the 2012 BET Awards.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

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His Way - In 1998, Tyrese's debut album, Tyrese, was released and spawned the R&B hit "Sweet Lady." Two years later he released 2000 Watts, and has followed with three more successful albums. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images For BET)

Tyrese Gibson’s advice to up-and-coming filmmakers: - “Visions, ideas, concepts and dreams have no value if they stay in your mind.... You have to get them out so that the world can experience them.”     (Photo: Jerry Markland/Getty Images for NASCAR)

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Tyrese's Alter Ego - The crooner decided to prove he was multi-talented on his fourth album, Alter Ego. With one CD being his classic R&B side and the other displaying his rap skills, the artist surprised his fans with music in the two genres. The album debuted at No. 23 on the Billboard 200 and featured celebs like Lil Jon, Snoop Dogg and R. Kelly. (Photo: Jerry Markland/Getty Images for NASCAR)

Tyrese Is Back! - Besides being an actor, and in case you forgot, Tyrese is an R&B heartthrob with a timeless voice that always incorporates an old school swag.  (Photo: Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for Centric)

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Walking With Faith - Tyrese made a special appearance at this year's Celebration of Gospel and was one-half of a stirring rendition of Donny Hathaway's "Song for You." Don't forget to tune in on April 7 at 8P/7C to see Tyrese bring the house down. (Photo: Earl Gibson III/Getty Images for Centric)