What Happened to Tameka 'Tiny' Harris?
Tameka 'Tiny' Harris is a Grammy Award-winning American singer, songwriter, and reality television personality, best known as a member of the multi-platinum R&B group Xscape. She gained further prominence through her marriage to rapper T.I. and their reality show, 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle.' In recent years, she has been involved in significant legal proceedings, including a successful copyright infringement lawsuit, and continues to appear in media while celebrating personal milestones.
Quick Answer
Tameka 'Tiny' Harris remains active in the entertainment industry as of August 2026, having recently renewed her wedding vows with husband T.I. in Jamaica to celebrate 16 years of marriage and 25 years together. She continues her work with the R&B group Xscape, appeared as an executive producer and subject in TV One's 'Uncensored' in March 2026, and was honored at the 3rd Annual Influential Women of Georgia Day in April 2026. Her family also saw a significant legal development in August 2026, with the compensatory damages from their OMG Girlz lawsuit against MGA Entertainment finalized at $17.9 million.
📊Key Facts
📅Complete Timeline16 events
Joins Xscape
Tameka Cottle joins the female R&B quartet Xscape, which is soon discovered by producer Jermaine Dupri and signed to So So Def Recordings.
Xscape Signs to So So Def
Xscape signs with Jermaine Dupri's newly formed So So Def Recordings, leading to the release of three platinum-selling albums.
Co-writes 'No Scrubs'
Tiny Harris co-writes TLC's smash hit 'No Scrubs' alongside Kandi Burruss, which becomes one of the group's signature songs.
Wins Grammy Award
Harris receives a Grammy Award in the Best R&B Song category for her songwriting contributions to TLC's 'No Scrubs.'
Begins Relationship with T.I.
Tameka Cottle begins dating rapper T.I., with whom she would later marry and build a blended family.
Reality Series 'Tiny and Toya' Debuts
Her first reality series, 'Tiny and Toya,' co-starring Antonia 'Toya' Johnson, premieres on BET, showcasing her life outside of music.
Marries T.I.
Tameka Cottle marries Clifford 'T.I.' Harris in a private ceremony, solidifying one of hip-hop's most prominent couples.
'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle' Premieres
The reality show 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle' debuts on VH1, chronicling the lives of her and T.I.'s blended family.
Files for Divorce from T.I. (Later Reconciles)
Tiny files for divorce from T.I., though the couple later reconciles in 2017, stating the experience ultimately strengthened their marriage.
Becomes Owner of Atlanta Heirs
Harris announces she is the proud owner of the Atlanta Heirs, a co-ed professional basketball team in the Global Mixed Gender Basketball league.
Initial $71M Judgment in OMG Girlz Lawsuit
A jury initially awards T.I. and Tiny $71 million in their copyright infringement lawsuit against toy company MGA Entertainment over the OMG Girlz.
Sexual Assault Lawsuit Dismissed
A federal judge grants T.I. and Tiny's motion to dismiss a sexual assault lawsuit filed by an anonymous military veteran.
Attends 'Uncensored' Premiere
Tameka 'Tiny' Harris attends the premiere screening of TV One's 'Uncensored' in Atlanta, where she is featured as a subject and serves as an executive producer.
Honored by State of Georgia
Harris is recognized and honored at the 3rd Annual Influential Women of Georgia Day at the Georgia State Capitol, receiving a House Resolution and an Outstanding Citizenship Award.
Renews Wedding Vows with T.I.
T.I. and Tiny renew their wedding vows in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, celebrating 16 years of marriage and 25 years together with family and close friends.
OMG Girlz Lawsuit Damages Finalized
The compensatory damages from the OMG Girlz lawsuit against MGA Entertainment are finalized at $17.9 million after punitive damages were slashed.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Tameka 'Tiny' Harris rose to prominence in the 1990s as a pivotal member of the multi-platinum R&B vocal group Xscape. Discovered by Jermaine Dupri, the group released three platinum-selling albums, establishing Harris as a significant voice in R&B. Beyond her vocal contributions, Tiny proved her songwriting prowess by co-writing TLC's iconic 1999 hit "No Scrubs," a feat that earned her a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 2000 and later a writing credit on Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" due to melodic similarities.
Her public profile expanded significantly with her relationship and eventual marriage to rapper T.I. in 2010, after dating since 2001. Their blended family became the focus of the long-running VH1 reality series 'T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle,' which premiered in 2011 and showcased their personal and professional lives. Despite filing for divorce in December 2016, the couple reconciled in 2017 and have openly discussed how the experience ultimately strengthened their relationship.
A key turning point in her recent career involved a major legal battle. In 2009, T.I. and Tiny co-created the teen pop group OMG Girlz, which became central to a copyright infringement lawsuit against toy company MGA Entertainment. After multiple trials, a jury initially awarded T.I. and Tiny $71 million in damages in September 2024. However, this amount was later adjusted, with a federal judge slashing the punitive damages. As of August 2026, the compensatory damages from this lawsuit were finalized at $17.9 million.
Concurrently, Harris and her husband have faced several sexual assault allegations. A lawsuit filed in January 2024 by an anonymous military veteran, alleging sexual assault in 2005, was dismissed by a judge in August 2024, as the Los Angeles County district attorney's office had previously declined to file charges due to the statute of limitations. Furthermore, a defamation lawsuit filed by Sabrina Peterson against T.I. and Tiny was dismissed in March 2025, and T.I.'s subsequent defamation lawsuit against Peterson was scheduled to begin trial in June 2026.
As of August 31, 2026, Tameka 'Tiny' Harris continues to be a prominent figure. She celebrated her 50th birthday in July 2025 with a star-studded event. In March 2026, she attended the premiere of TV One's 'Uncensored,' where she served as both a subject and an executive producer, highlighting her expanding role behind the scenes. April 2026 saw her recognized and honored at the 3rd Annual Influential Women of Georgia Day at the Georgia State Capitol. Most recently, on July 31, 2026, T.I. and Tiny renewed their wedding vows in Jamaica, marking 16 years of marriage and 25 years together, a ceremony attended by family and close friends, including fellow Xscape members. She also continues to perform with Xscape, with a London show advertised for August 2026, and her daughter Heiress Harris has joined the group on stage.
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