Who is Tameka Cottle? Tiny Harris Bio: Parents, Height, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Songs

Biography

Tameka Dianne “Tiny” Cottle-Harris, born on July 14, 1975, in College Park, Georgia, is a Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter and reality television star.

She rose to prominence in the 1990s as a member of the multi-platinum R&B group Xscape, which was celebrated for its soulful harmonies and chart-topping hits. Tiny further cemented her place in music history by co-writing TLC’s iconic anthem, “No Scrubs,” which earned her a Grammy Award.

Standing at just 4’11”, Tiny has a larger-than-life presence, both on stage and onscreen. She has starred in popular reality shows such as Tiny and Toya and T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle, offering fans a glimpse into her personal world.

Married to rapper T.I. since 2010, she is a devoted mother of four and stepmother to three, balancing her musical legacy with a dynamic family life.

American singer
Tiny Harris
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Tameka Dianne Cottle-Harris
Stage Name:	Tiny Harris
Born:	14 July 1975 (age 49 years old)
Place of Birth:	College Park, Georgia, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Tri-Cities Performing Arts High School,
Height:	1.49 m
Parents:	Charles Pope, Dianne Cottle-Pope
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	T.I. (m. 2010)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Blac Chyna (2009), Tupac Shakur (1994), Zonnie Zebo Pullins (1992 – 1998)
Children:	King Harris, Zonnique Pullins, Major Philant Harris, Heiress Diana Harris
Occupation:	Singer • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$10 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Tameka Dianne “Tiny” Cottle-Harris was born on July 14, 1975, in College Park, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta known for its vibrant cultural scene.

She is of mixed ethnicity, with her mother, Dianne Cottle, being Caucasian, and her father, Charles “Speedy” Pope, being African-American, reflecting a diverse heritage that influenced her identity and artistry. Information about her religious beliefs is not widely documented, leaving that aspect of her life private.

Tameka grew up in a musically rich household. Her father, Charles Pope, was a co-founder of the Atlanta-based R&B group The Tams, alongside his brother, Joseph Pope, exposing her to soulful rhythms and performance from a young age. While specific details about her mother’s occupation are less prominent, Dianne supported Tameka’s upbringing. There is no public record confirming siblings, suggesting she may have been an only child, though this cannot be definitively stated due to limited information.

Her education took place at Tri-Cities Performing Arts High School in East Point, Georgia, a magnet school renowned for nurturing artistic talent. Here, Tameka honed her vocal and performance skills, setting the stage for her future career. In 1992, while still a student, she joined the R&B quartet Xscape after being discovered by producer Jermaine Dupri at his birthday celebration in Atlanta.

Career

Tameka “Tiny” Cottle-Harris launched her professional music career in 1992 when she joined the R&B group Xscape—a defining moment that marked her entry into the spotlight.

Discovered by producer Jermaine Dupri at his birthday party in Atlanta while still attending Tri-Cities Performing Arts High School, Tiny joined forces with LaTocha Scott, Tamika Scott, and Kandi Burruss to form the powerhouse quartet.

Signed to Dupri’s So So Def Recordings, Xscape released their debut album Hummin’ Comin’ at ‘Cha in 1993, which quickly went platinum thanks to hits like “Just Kickin’ It” and “Understanding.” With her soaring soprano and signature petite presence, Tiny brought both vocal strength and charm to the group’s sound.

Xscape continued their success with the platinum albums Off the Hook (1995) and Traces of My Lipstick (1998), delivering fan favorites such as “Who Can I Run To” and “My Little Secret.” Despite the acclaim, mounting tensions and industry demands led to the group’s initial disbandment in 1998.

During this time, Tiny proved her talents extended beyond performing when she co-wrote TLC’s global hit “No Scrubs” alongside Kandi Burruss and producer Kevin “She’kspere” Briggs. The track became a cultural phenomenon and won the 2000 Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, solidifying Tiny’s status as a gifted songwriter.

After Xscape’s split, Tiny briefly formed the duo Dollz before shifting into mentorship with the formation of OMG Girlz in 2005—a pop group that included her daughter Zonnique Pullins. Her influence grew with a transition to reality television, starring in Tiny and Toya on BET in 2009, followed by T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle on VH1. Premiering in 2011 after her marriage to rapper T.I., the hit show offered fans a look into their blended family and ran for six successful seasons.

Tiny returned to music in 2017 as part of Xscape’s reunion, performing sold-out shows and releasing new singles like “Wifed Up” and “Dream Killa.” With LaTocha Scott absent, the group rebranded as Xscape3 and continued performing and recording, including their 2022 EP Here for It.

Beyond entertainment, Tiny ventured into business with her lifestyle brand Pretty Hustle and opened Tiny’s Nail Bar in Atlanta, merging her flair for beauty and entrepreneurship.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Tameka Cottle
• Instagram: Majorgirl (@majorgirl)
• IMDb: Tiny Harris

Personal Life

Tameka “Tiny” Cottle-Harris, born July 14, 1975, is 49 years old. Standing at 4 feet 11 inches tall, her petite frame earned her the nickname “Tiny,” a characteristic that belies her commanding presence in both music and media.

Tiny has been married once, to rapper Clifford Joseph Harris Jr., known as T.I., since July 30, 2010. Their marriage, celebrated in a lavish Miami Beach ceremony, followed a relationship that began in 2001.

The couple’s journey, often spotlighted on their reality series T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle and later T.I. & Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle, has faced its share of turbulence, including a 2016 divorce filing by Tiny that was later withdrawn after a reconciliation in 2017.

Together, they have three children: sons King Harris (born August 25, 2004) and Major Philant Harris (born May 16, 2008), and daughter Heiress Diana Harris (born March 26, 2016). Tiny also serves as stepmother to T.I.’s four children from previous relationships: Messiah Harris, Domani Harris, Zonnique Pullins, and Deyjah Harris.

Before T.I., Tiny’s dating history includes notable relationships and rumored encounters. She was in a relationship with Zonnie “Zeboe” Pullins from 1992 to 1998, during which they welcomed a daughter, Zonnique Jailee Pullins, born March 20, 1996.

During this period, Tiny reportedly had an encounter with the late rapper Tupac Shakur in 1994, though details remain scarce and unconfirmed beyond speculation. After her split from Pullins, Tiny’s romantic life stayed relatively private until she began dating T.I. in 2001.

Later, in 2009, rumors surfaced suggesting a brief hookup with Blac Chyna, though this remains unsubstantiated gossip and has not been officially acknowledged by Tiny.

Net Worth

Tameka “Tiny” Cottle-Harris, an American singer-songwriter and television personality, has an estimated net worth of $10 million, a figure shared with her husband, rapper T.I., whom she married in 2010.

Her wealth stems from her successful music career with the R&B group Xscape, where she contributed to three platinum albums, and her Grammy-winning songwriting, notably for TLC’s “No Scrubs.” Tiny’s earnings have been further boosted by reality TV ventures like Tiny and Toya and T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle, alongside entrepreneurial efforts such as her Pretty Hustle brand.

A significant financial milestone came in September 2024, when she and T.I. won a $71 million judgment against MGA Entertainment in a copyright infringement case involving the OMG Girlz, substantially elevating their combined net worth.

Body of Work

Music with Xscape

• Albums:
  • Hummin’ Comin’ at ‘Cha (1993) – Debut album, certified platinum, featuring hits like “Just Kickin’ It” and “Understanding.”
  • Off the Hook (1995) – Second platinum album, including the popular cover “Who Can I Run To” and “Feels So Good.”
  • Traces of My Lipstick (1998) – Third platinum album, with tracks like “My Little Secret” and “The Arms of the One Who Loves You.”
  • Here for It (2022) – EP released as Xscape3 (without LaTocha Scott), featuring singles like “Here for It” and “Leave Him Alone.”
• Notable Singles with Xscape:
  • “Just Kickin’ It” (1993)
  • “Understanding” (1993)
  • “Who Can I Run To” (1995)
  • “My Little Secret” (1998)
  • “Wifed Up” (2017) – Reunion single
  • “Dream Killa” (2017) – Reunion single

Songwriting Credits

• “No Scrubs” by TLC (1999) – Co-written with Kandi Burruss and Kevin “She’kspere” Briggs, peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, earned a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 2000.
• Contributions to Xscape Tracks – Tiny co-wrote several songs for the group, though specific credits are less individually highlighted compared to “No Scrubs.”

Television Appearances

• Reality Series:
  • Tiny and Toya (2009–2010) – BET series co-starring with Toya Johnson, ran for two seasons.
  • T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle (2011–2017) – VH1 series documenting her life with T.I. and their family, spanning six seasons.
  • T.I. & Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle (2018–2021) – VH1 continuation, focusing on extended family and friends, ran for three seasons.
• Guest Appearances:
  • Various talk shows and music-related programs, including The Wendy Williams Show and Soul Train Awards during Xscape reunion promotions.

Other Projects

• OMG Girlz (2005–2015) – Co-founded and mentored this teen pop group with Kandi Burruss, featuring her daughter Zonnique Pullins; though not a performer, she shaped its creative direction.
• Entrepreneurial Ventures:
  • Pretty Hustle – Clothing and beauty brand launched in the 2010s.
  • Tiny’s Nail Bar – Nail salon opened in Atlanta, reflecting her business acumen.