Tamika Scott Biography: Husband, Age, Movies, Children, Net Worth, Songs, Height, Parents, Sister

Biography

Tamika Scott is a multifaceted American R&B singer-songwriter, actress, and ordained minister born November 19, 1975, in College Park, Georgia.

She rose to fame as a powerhouse vocalist in the multi-platinum girl group Xscape, lending her voice to timeless hits like “Who Can I Run To” and “The Arms of the One Who Loves You.” Beyond her success with the group, Tamika launched her solo career by releasing her debut EP, Family Affair, in 2019.

In addition to music, she’s showcased her acting chops in productions like Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns, proving her versatility as a performer. Tamika is also a published author and entrepreneur—she released a cookbook and created her own line of seasonings called Southern Fuse, blending her passion for food with her Southern roots.

Her contributions to music and entertainment have earned her honors, including a Soul Train Music Award, solidifying her legacy as a dynamic force in R&B and beyond.

American singer-songwriter and actress
Tamika Scott
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Tamika Reney Scott
Stage Name:	Tamika Scott
Born:	19 November 1974 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	College Park, Georgia, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Tri-Cities High School of Performing Arts
Height:	1.68 m
Parents:	Gloria McFarlin, Randolph Scott
Siblings:	LaTocha Scott
Spouse:	Darnell “Bigg” Winston (m. 2004), Darius Byas (m. 1990s-?)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	O’Shun Reney Byas, Taniyah Breney (Young Niyah), Armani Winston
Occupation:	Actress • Singer
Net Worth:	$3 million-$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Tamika Scott was born on November 19, 1975, in College Park, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. She is African American and was raised in a Christian household, later becoming an ordained minister herself.

Her father, Rev. Randolph Scott, was a pastor and former member of the 1970s R&B group The Scott Three, while her mother, Gloria McFarlin, worked as a teacher.

Tamika grew up immersed in music, singing in church, at weddings, and in local talent shows from age six, often alongside her older sister, LaTocha Scott, a fellow Xscape member and her only sibling.

She attended Tri-Cities High School of Performing Arts in East Point, Georgia, graduating in 1993. There, she met Kandi Burruss and, with LaTocha and others, formed the R&B group Xscape, kickstarting her music career.

Career

Tamika Scott rose to prominence as a founding member of the iconic R&B group Xscape, formed in 1991 while she was still a high school student in Atlanta. Alongside her sister LaTocha Scott, Kandi Burruss, and Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, the group caught the attention of producer Jermaine Dupri and signed with So So Def Recordings.

Their debut album, Hummin’ Comin’ at ‘Cha (1993), went platinum and featured Tamika’s standout vocals on the chart-topping hit “Who Can I Run To,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart.

The group followed up with two more successful albums—Off the Hook (1995) and Traces of My Lipstick (1998)—delivering fan favorites like “Just Kickin’ It” and “The Arms of the One Who Loves You.” Tamika’s rich, soulful voice became a defining element of Xscape’s sound. The group earned a Soul Train Music Award and garnered several other accolades before disbanding in 1999.

Following the group’s initial split, Tamika embarked on a solo path. She released her first solo single, “Daylight,” in 2000 and later dropped her debut EP Family Affair in 2019, blending smooth R&B with gospel roots.

Xscape eventually reunited for performances, including the 2017 Great Xscape Tour and the Bravo reality series Xscape: Still Kickin’ It, reconnecting with fans and reigniting their legacy.

Beyond music, Tamika expanded into acting, appearing in Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns (2009) and stage productions like There’s a Stranger in My House. She also embraced entrepreneurship, penning the cookbook Mommy’s Kitchen Chronicles and launching Southern Fuse, her own line of seasonings.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Tamika Scott
• Instagram: Tamika Scott (@therealtamikascott)
• IMDb: Tamika Scott
• Facebook: Tamika Scott
• Twitter: Tamika Scott (@officialTScott) / X

Personal Life

Tamika Scott, born on November 19, 1975, is 50 years old. She is married to Darnell “Bigg” Winston, whom she met in 2004 while working with Tyler Perry—Winston was serving as a bodyguard at the time.

The pair tied the knot that same year and later renewed their vows in a lavish ceremony in November 2018, celebrating 14 years of marriage. By 2023, they had been together for nearly 19 years, with Tamika often referring to Winston as her “strength” in heartfelt social media posts. In addition to being her life partner, Winston works as a bodyguard for Xscape and also serves as an executive protector for New Edition.

Tamika has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Darius Byas in the mid-1990s, shortly after the birth of their daughter. The couple divorced in the early 2000s. She later married Darnell Winston in 2004, and the two have been together ever since.

She is a proud mother of three daughters. Her eldest, O’Shun Reney Byas, was born on March 24, 1994, with her first husband, Darius Byas. With Winston, Tamika has two more daughters: Taniyah Breney (born in 1999) and Armani Winston (Princess Armani) (born in 2013). She’s also a grandmother to O’Shun‘s three children: Aveyah (born 2018), Aria (born 2020), and Cason (born 2021).

Standing approximately 1.68 meters (5 feet 6 inches) tall, Tamika has largely kept her dating history private. Following their divorce, she focused on her career until meeting Winston in 2004. Their relationship began as a friendship, and Tamika has described it as having a “Kevin Costner/Whitney Houston Bodyguard-type” dynamic, evolving over time into a deep romantic bond.

Net Worth

Tamika Scott, an American R&B singer, songwriter, actress, and member of the group Xscape, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million to $5 million.

Her wealth stems primarily from her music career, including album sales, royalties, and tours with Xscape, as well as solo projects like her 2019 EP Family Affair.

Additional income sources include acting roles in Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns, songwriting, and production work for soundtracks like Daddy’s Little Girls. Scott has also built her fortune through entrepreneurial ventures, such as her Southern Fuse seasoning line and cookbook, Table Set: A Taste of South in Your Mouth.

Body of Work

Discography

With Xscape  

• Albums:
  • Hummin’ Comin’ at ‘Cha (1993) – Platinum-certified, featuring hits like “Just Kickin’ It” (No. 1 R&B) and “Understanding” (No. 1 R&B).  
  • Off the Hook (1995) – Platinum-certified, including “Who Can I Run To” (No. 1 R&B, lead vocals by Tamika) and “Feels So Good.”  
  • Traces of My Lipstick (1998) – Gold-certified, with “The Arms of the One Who Loves You” (No. 7 Hot 100, lead vocals by Tamika) and “My Little Secret.”
• Notable Singles (Lead or Shared Vocals):
  • “Love on My Mind” (1994)  
  • “Who Can I Run To” (1995) – Platinum-certified.  
  • “The Arms of the One Who Loves You” (1998) – Gold-certified.
• With Xscap3 (Trio):
  • Here for It (EP, 2018).

Solo Music  

• Extended Play:
  • Family Affair (2019) – Includes singles “Go Outside in the Rain,” “Tonite,” “Almost Over,” and “What Was I Thinking.”
• Singles:
  • “Daylight” (2000, released as “Day & Night” in Japan, 1999).  
  • “Say Aah” (2010).  
  • “Tonite” (2019).  
  • “Go Outside in the Rain” (2020, cover of Milira’s 1990s song).  
  • “Almost Over” (2020).
• Collaborations:
  • “Pull On My Weave” by Phoenix the Fire Starter (2009, featured artist).  
  • “Tonight” with Method Man.  
  • “All of Me” with Q Parker.  
  • “Reflection” with OSHUN and Young Niyah.  
  • “Conqueror” (featured artist).

Other Music Contributions  

• “Greatest Gift” for Daddy’s Little Girls soundtrack (2007).  
• “Why Did I Get Married” for Why Did I Get Married? soundtrack (2007).

Songwriting

• Xscape Songs:
  • “Feels So Good” (1995, co-writer).  
  • “Can’t Hang” (1995, co-writer).  
  • “Can’t Hang/Do You Want To” (1995, co-writer).  
  • “All I Need” (1998, writer and producer for Traces of My Lipstick).
• For Other Artists:
  • “Step Aside” for Yolanda Adams and Tamela Mann (co-writer, deemed a significant hope song).  
  • “Struggle No More (The Main Event)” by Anthony Hamilton, Jaheim, and Musiq Soulchild (co-writer).  
  • Songs for Letoya Luckett and Musiq Soulchild.
• Soundtracks:
  • “Who’s That Man” for The Mask (1994, co-writer).  
  • “Hardball” for Hardball (2001, co-writer).  
  • “Greatest Gift” for Daddy’s Little Girls (2007, writer).  
  • “Why Did I Get Married” for Why Did I Get Married? (2007, writer).

Production

• Xscape:
  • “All I Need” (Traces of My Lipstick, 1998, producer).
• Soundtracks:
  • “Greatest Gift” (Daddy’s Little Girls, 2007, producer).  
  • “Why Did I Get Married” (Why Did I Get Married?, 2007, producer).

Acting

• Stage Plays:
  • Meet the Browns (2004, Tyler Perry’s stage play, as Milay Jenay Baptiste-Brown).  
  • There’s a Stranger in My House (2009, stage play).
• Film:
  • The Christmas Ringer (2023, BET+ Christmas movie).
• Television:
  • R&B Divas: Atlanta (Season 2, 2013, special appearance).  
  • The Bobby Brown Story (2018, TV movie, minor role).  
  • Unsung (2015, Xscape episode, as herself).  
  • Rickey Smiley For Real (TV series, guest appearance).  
  • Xscape: Still Kickin’ It (2017, Bravo reality series, as herself).  
  • SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B (2023, Bravo reality series, as herself).

Entrepreneurial Ventures

• Southern Fuse (2019–present): A line of seasonings launched alongside her cookbook.  
• Cookbook: Table Set: Cooking with Tamika Scott: A Taste of the South in Your Mouth (2022).  
• Brolic Entertainment: Co-founder and CEO, representing her daughter Young Niyah’s music career.  
• Tamika’s Textures (discontinued): A haircare line.  
• Tamika Scott’s Sweet Heat Pepper Sauce (discontinued): A seasoning product.

Other Notable Work

• Reality TV Production: Planned to produce an Xscape biopic, with her daughter considered for her role (announced 2017, status unclear).  
• Awards and Honors:
  • Soul Train Music Award for R&B/Soul Album of the Year – Group, Band, or Duo (Off the Hook, 1996).  
  • Soul Train Lady of Soul Award (honorary, with Xscape).  
  • Black Music Honors Lifetime Achievement Award (with Xscape).