Tammy McCottry was a prominent Charleston, South Carolina, media personality and community advocate who passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2026, at age 65.
Career Highlights
Known as “The Media Mogul,” McCottry hosted shows like “Tammy: Your Story, Your Community” and “The Single Parent Corner,” focusing on women, families, and underserved groups. She founded McCottry Productions in 1998 and earned awards for local programming excellence.
Community Impact
McCottry led the nonprofit Parents Corner USA to support at-risk youth and parents, served on boards like the Charleston Concert Association, and delivered motivational speeches across colleges and churches. Former Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. proclaimed November 19 as “Tammy McCottry Day” in her honor.
Legislative Tribute
On February 12, South Carolina House representatives, including Wendell Gilliard and Courtney Waters (both connected to her Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority), presented a resolution (Bill 5125) honoring her life and adjourned in her memory.
