T.I. & Tiny’s $71.4 Million Victory Slashed To $17.8 Million in OMG Girlz Doll Case

T.I. & Tiny Harris

T.I. & Tiny’s $71.4 Million Victory Slashed To $17.8 Million in OMG Girlz Doll Case

A jury initially ordered toymaker MGA Entertainment to pay T.I. and Tiny Harris a staggering $71.4 million, ruling that its popular LOL Surprise! OMG Dolls infringed on the trade dress of the OMG Girlz, a group originally featuring their daughter Zonnique Pullins.

The decision marked a significant victory for the Harrises, who argued that MGA wrongfully capitalized on the OMG Girlz’ unique aesthetic.

However, a federal judge has now called for a drastic reduction in the verdict. The judge proposed slashing $53.6 million in punitive damages, citing insufficient evidence of bad faith on MGA’s part. This would cut the overall award down to $17.8 million—compensatory damages only—significantly weakening the original financial blow to the toymaker.

The case has drawn widespread attention for its intersection of intellectual property law and cultural influence, with T.I. and Tiny Harris alleging the dolls were a direct copy of the OMG Girlz’ distinctive style. While the jury agreed, the judge’s intervention signals a more cautious approach to the punitive damages awarded.

For now, the final outcome remains pending.T