Tamela Mann’s Latest Release “Live Breathe Fight” Claims Her 13th Billboard Gospel Airplay No. 1 making her the most chart-topping female artist in Gospel history; Single ties Kirk Franklin
David and Tamela Mann: The Love & Relationship Tour announces special guests including Pastor Keion and Shaunie Henderson, Dr. Jay Barnett, Dr. Brian and Stephanie Carter, Kevin and Melissa Fredricks, Kittie Rose, Rickey Smiley, Gerald and Tammi Haddon, Montell and Kristin Jordan, Laterras and Ashley Whitfield, and Dr. Dante Quick
Fellow Texas native LaKea Stokes added as opener
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NEWS SOURCE: TKO PR
March 27, 2026
(DALLAS) March 27, 2026 – Grammy® Award-Winning Recording Artist Tamela Mann earns her 13th career No. 1 single as “Live Breathe Fight” tops Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart this week. This milestone cements her name in gospel music history as the most chart-topping female artist. The 13th No. 1 single ties with Kirk Franklin. An anthem of strength, unshakeable faith and resilience, “Live Breathe Fight” marks Tamela’s third No. 1 single from her award-winning album Live Breathe Fight.
“All glory to God for his continued blessings and the platform he has given this song to reach people who need to hear it,” said Tamela. “I’m humbled and honored and thank radio for continuing to support these songs and this message. Live like Heaven is your destiny, breathe every breath with purpose, and fight until you get the victory.”
Continuing to spread the message of “Live Breathe Fight,” Tamela hits the road with her husband, Actor and Comedian David Mann, beginning in April to share insight into their 37-year marital love story on the nationwide David and Tamela Mann: The Love & Relationship Tour. At each show, David and Tamela will share their signature blend of love, laughter, and lyrics—inviting audiences to experience an evening filled with heartfelt wisdom, uplifting music, and the hilariously comedic moments that have defined their journey together.
“This tour has something for every relationship,” added David. “Guests are set to encounter something different; we want couples and individuals alike to see our love story first-hand and feel as if they too can keep that commitment and fire alive in their relationship. It’s going to be fun, it’s going to be relaxed, and it’s going to be an opportunity to celebrate all things love because that’s what The Love and Relationship Tour is all about.”
Special guests will join David and Tamela and be part of their audience Q&A sessions and VIP experience opportunities. Special guests for select dates include Pastor Keion and Shaunie Henderson, Dr. Jay Barnett, Dr. Brian and Stephanie Carter, Kevin and Melissa Fredricks, Kittie Rose, Rickey Smiley, Gerald and Tammi Haddon, Montell and Kristin Jordan, Laterras and Ashley Whitfield, and Dr. Dante’ Quick. Fellow Texas native La’Kea Stokes is set as the opening act for the tour.
David and Tamela Mann: The Love & Relationship Tour Dates:
April 10, 2026 Houston, TX 713 Music Hall
April 11, 2026 San Antonio, TX Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
April 12, 2026 Dallas, TX Majestic Theatre
April 14, 2026 Memphis, TN Orpheum Theatre
April 15, 2026 Montgomery, AL Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
April 16, 2026 Charlotte, NC Ovens Auditorium
April 17, 2026 Atlanta, GA Coca-Cola Roxy
April 19, 2026 Durham, NC DPAC-Durham Performing Arts Center
April 21, 2026 Norfolk, VA Harrison Opera House
April 24, 2026 Newark, NJ NJPAC
April 25, 2026 National Harbor, MD The Theater at MGM National Harbor
April 26, 2026 Philadelphia, PA The Met
April 28, 2026 Louisville, KY The Louisville Palace Theatre
April 29, 2026 Indianapolis, IN Old National Centre – Murat Theatre
May 1, 2026 St. Louis, MO Stifel Theatre
May 3, 2026 Kansas City, MO The Midland Theatre
For updates on the tour and more ticket information, please visit: www.tillymannmusic.com/tour.
For the latest updates on Tamela and David Mann:
Website: http://www.tillymannmusic.com
Facebook: @DavidTamelaMann
Instagram: @DavidandTamela
TikTok Tamela Mann: @TheRealTamelaMann
Spotify: Live Breath Fight
YouTube: MannTV
ABOUT DAVID & TAMELA MANN
Married for 37 years, David and Tamela Mann inspire audiences globally through music, theater, television, comedy, literature, fashion, social media, and philanthropy. They began their illustrious careers as integral members of Kirk Franklin & The Family, where they helped shape the sound of 90s Gospel music. This early success laid the foundation for their evolution into iconic roles within the Tyler Perry franchise, most notably as Mr. Brown and Cora, alongside Madea. David and Tamela have been instrumental to the Tyler Perry franchise, significantly contributing to stage plays, movies, and hit shows like Meet The Browns, Mann & Wife (family docu-series), and currently Assisted Living, one of BET’s top rated shows. They’ve also built their own media and entertainment company, TillyMann Inc. David is a two-time NAACP Image Award-winning actor and comedian, is a director, and created Mann to Man®, Love Your Mind series on MannTV, which educates and advocates for mental health. An accomplished songwriter, producer, actress, and businesswoman, Tamela has amassed a Grammy® Award, BET® Award, Billboard® Music Award, and multiple NAACP Image® Awards and Stellar® Gospel Music Awards. Her 2025 NAACP Image Award-winning and 2026 GRAMMY®-nominated album Live Breathe Fight is the latest accomplishment in Tamela’s storied career, spawning three No. 1 radio singles and set a new record for the most No. 1 Gospel career singles in Billboard history by a female. Tamela’s Billboard No. 1 album Best Days includes the No. 1 platinum single “Take Me to The King” and received Billboard’s “Album of the Decade” for 2010-2019, in the Gospel category. Tamela’s Billboard No. 1 album, One Way, garnered two No. 1 singles, including “Change Me” and “God Provides,” which earned the singer her first Grammy® Award. Tamela’s athleisure apparel and shapewear line, the Tamela Mann Collection, is available at TamelaMann.com. In 2018, Tamela and David released their first book and joint album, Us Against the World. The book won an NAACP Image® Award for Outstanding Literary Work. They’ve also pioneered the highly successful MannTV YouTube channel, where they’ve created multiple content series (Mama Mann’s Kitchen, Mann Family Dinner, Mann at Work) to deliver authentic, relevant and entertaining content for families around the world. Mama Mann’s Kitchen Spice Blend Collection is Tamela’s latest line, which is available at MamaMannsKitchen.com.
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