How T.I. & Tiny’s OMG Girlz Lawsuit Is Heading Back To Court (Again)
T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Harris have officially rejected a judge’s decision to slash their $71.4 million jury award down to $17.9 million plus just one dollar in punitive damages—yes, one single dollar—and are preparing for a fourth trial against toy giant MGA Entertainment.
And Frens, they are not backing down.
Here’s everything you need to know about how we got here and why this fight is far from finished.
OMG Girlz Vs. O.M.G. Dolls: How It All Began
Back in 2009, Tiny Harris pivoted from her Xscape days and songwriting success to form the OMG Girlz, a vibrant teen girl group featuring her daughter Zonnique Pullins alongside Bahja Rodriguez and Breaunna Womack.
Their bold style, neon hair, and colorful looks weren’t just signature—they were brand identity.
Fast forward to December 2020, when Tiny spotted a familiar-looking doll on the shelves: MGA’s L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. “Chillax” doll, rocking a near-identical outfit to one the OMG Girlz wore on tour.
That sighting sparked a firestorm of legal action that has stretched nearly five years and across multiple courtrooms.
T.I. & Tiny’s Fight For Intellectual Property
In response to a cease-and-desist letter sent by the Harrises, MGA preemptively sued, claiming the OMG Girlz had disbanded and the dolls were their own creation.
The Harrises fired back with a counterclaim, arguing MGA stole the group’s trade dress, likeness, and cultural aesthetic—accusing the company of both appropriation and infringement.
The case turned into a legal marathon:
Trial 1 (Jan 2023): Mistrial due to testimony suggesting racial appropriation.
Trial 2 (May 2023): Jury sided with MGA, clearing them of wrongdoing.
Trial 3 (Sept 2024): Game-changer. The jury ruled in favor of T.I. and Tiny, awarding over $71 million for infringement of the OMG Girlz’ likeness and identity through seven specific dolls.
The Plot Twist: Judge Reduces Punitive Damages
In July 2025, U.S. District Judge James Selna dramatically slashed the punitive portion of the award—from $53.6 million to just $1.
While he acknowledged MGA’s CEO Isaac Larian’s condescending behavior toward the Harrises, the judge said there wasn’t enough evidence to prove the company acted willfully.
Selna gave the Harrises a choice: accept the reduced damages or take it to trial once more.
On July 9, they made their decision loud and clear—they’re headed back to court.
Why The Fourth Trial Matters
This isn’t just about money. For T.I. and Tiny, this case has become a symbol of standing up for Black creators and their right to protect their art, image, and legacy from corporate exploitation.
As T.I. said after the third verdict, “We’re just happy we were able to come out on top and fight for creatives and our intellectual property that large corporations seem to think is just public domain.”
Now, with a fourth trial likely focused solely on whether MGA acted “willfully,” the couple is hoping another jury will agree that this wasn’t just a coincidence—it was calculated.
The Dolls At The Center Of The Storm
The seven dolls the jury found to infringe on the OMG Girlz’ identity:
- Chillax
- Roller Chick
- Metal Chick
- Bhad Gurl
- Prism
- Miss Divine
- Runaway Diva
Each doll bore colorful and eye-catching traits eerily reminiscent of the OMG Girlz’ real-life personas, outfits, and hairstyles—making this more than just a lookalike situation.
What’s Next For T.I., Tiny & The OMG Girlz Brand?
With the fourth trial on the horizon, T.I. and Tiny continue to protect the legacy of the OMG Girlz, not just as a musical group, but as a cultural brand.
Whether MGA cuts a check or keeps pushing back, one thing is clear: the Harrises aren’t letting this one go.
They’ve already secured nearly $18 million in compensatory damages.
But now, they want justice on principle—and potentially millions more.
Stay tuned, because this legal soap opera is far from over.
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