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Who is Tyrone Gilliams? Bio, Age, Family, Height, and Net Worth

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Sophia Dalton

Updated on January 05, 2026

Tyrone Gilliams is widely known for being a former basketball player for the University of Pennsylvania and the co-founder of the commodities trading firm TL Gilliams as well as the ex-lover of  Sheree Whitfield. 

Who is Tyrone Gilliams 

Gilliams is a son of a minister and had decided to follow in the footsteps of his dad in the 1990s because those in the occupation as pastors drove expensive cars like Rolls Royce and made a great deal of money, thereby leading to his love and yearning for money in any form or means, eventually landing him in trouble. 

Tyrone had a thing for Sheree Whitfield, The Real Housewives of Atlanta star which exposed him to the limelight. Their relationship however didn’t stand the test of time as they’ve broken up and moved on with their lives. 

The retired American basketball player who owned the trading firm TL Gilliams, and was a promoter of rappers and hip-hop artists, was sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment for being involved in a Ponzi scheme in 2013 alongside his attorney. The two were involved in wire fraud, duping their investors and stealing $5 million from them. 

How old is Tyrone Gilliams?

It is believed Gilliams is either 55 or 56 years since his birth year is said to be 1967. The actual day and month of his birth have not been disclosed yet. 

How tall is Tyrone Gilliams?

Tyrone is very tall and stands at a height of 5ft11 inches (1.80m). 

Is Tyrone Gilliams married?

Presently, Gilliams is not married. He was married once to a woman whose the mother of his children but her identity has not been revealed yet. Her relationship with The Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Sheree Whitfield exposed him more to the limelight. The two had ups and downs but couldn’t work things out to end up as a couple. 

Does Tyrone Gilliams have kids?

Yes. Tyrone has two children from his previous marriage. There’s however no information about his children since he has kept his personal life private. 

Who are Tyrone Gilliams’ parents?

Tyrone L. Gilliams Sr is the dad of the ex-lover of The Real Housewives of Atlanta star whilst there’s no information about his mom. Tyrone’s dad was a pastor who turned 82 in 2022. 

What happened to Tyrone in Real Housewives of Atlanta?

Tyrone was released from prison after almost eight years in February 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and served his remaining sentence on house arrest with a tracker on his ankle. He stood her ex-lover Sheree up when she paid him a visit to Philadelphia, leaving her all alone in the cold, embarrassing her, and causing their relationship to crash. 

Are Tyrone and Sheree still together?

No. The two ex-lovers broke up and went their separate ways because they couldn’t maintain a long-distance friendship. Sheree is now in a relationship with Martell Holt, the Love & Marriage: Huntsville star. 

What is Tyrone Gilliams Net Worth?

Presently, Tyrone has a net worth estimated to be about $1 million.