TI and Tiny Harris, the dynamic duo known for their music, reality TV fame, and entrepreneurial spirit, scored a major legal win in September 2024 when they sued MGA Entertainment for trademark infringement. The case revolved around the claim that MGA’s dolls copied the designs and name of the Harris-backed girl group OMG Girlz. A federal jury ruled in their favor, awarding the couple a staggering $71 million.
But the celebration was short-lived. On January 6, U.S. District Judge James Selna made a preliminary ruling that significantly reduced their payout. According to Selna, there wasn’t enough concrete evidence to prove that MGA willfully copied OMG Girlz’ designs or violated the Lanham Act, which governs trademark law. As a result, the couple’s punitive damages were slashed, leaving them with $17 million instead of the original $71 million.
While this decision is undoubtedly disappointing for TI and Tiny, it’s still a win—and a meaningful one. Tiny reflected on the journey in a heartfelt statement to People Magazine:
“We wanted to thank the jurors for just seeing us through this,” she said. “And just believing in what we said. They heard our story and they knew we wasn’t lying. It’s amazing.”
TI also shared his thoughts, emphasizing the bigger picture:
“I think it’s a testament to the relentless resilience of my wife, daughter, and nieces. We’re just happy we were able to come out on top and fight for creatives and our intellectual property.”
Why This Case Still Matters
Even with the payout reduced, this case is a reminder of the ongoing fight for creatives to protect their work and ideas. TI and Tiny’s victory highlights the importance of standing up against large corporations to safeguard intellectual property.
This battle also serves as inspiration for small creators and entrepreneurs who may feel powerless in similar situations. The Harris family’s relentless pursuit of justice proves that it’s possible to challenge big players and make your voice heard.
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