Nick Cannon is an American comedian, television presenter, actor, and rapper. In television, he began his career as a teenager on Nickelodeon’s All That before going on to host The Nick Cannon Show, Wild ‘n Out, America’s Got Talent, Lip Sync Battle Shorties, and The Masked Singer. He has also acted in the films Drumline, Love Don’t Cost a Thing, Roll Bounce, and Goal II: Living the Dream. As a recording artist, Cannon briefly saw commercial success with his 2003 single “Gigolo” (featuring R. Kelly), which peaked within the top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100 and led his self-titled debut studio album his only major label release under Jive Records.
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
He was born on the 8th of October 1980, in San Diego, California, United States.
| Birth Name | Nicholas Scott Cannon |
| Nickname | Nick |
| Date of Birth | 8th of October 1980 |
| Place of Birth | San Diego, California, United States |
| Age | 45 years old |
| Sun Sign | Libra |
| Profession | Comedian, Actor, Television Host, Rapper, Producer, Entrepreneur |
| Nationality | American |
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| Religion | Christianity |
Genre
Pop rap, R&B
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
Republic, NCredible, Sony, RED, Columbia, Motown, Nick, Jive
Education
In 1998, Nickhe graduated from Monte Vista High School in Spring Valley, where he was president of the African Student Coalition and participated in track and field. He later enrolled at Howard University, where he earned a degree in Criminology / Administration of Justice in 2020.
Family Details
Nick dedicated to preserving a considerable level of privacy concerning his personal life on social media, he intentionally avoids revealing the identities or showcasing the faces of his parents and siblings.
Marital Status
Divorced
Girlfriend / Spouse
Nick Cannon has dated –
- Selita Ebanks – In February 2007, Cannon met model Selita Ebanks. The couple got engaged with a public proposal at Times Square in May of the same year, but broke off the engagement by October.
- Mariah Carey (2008 – 2016) – Nick married singer-songwriter Mariah Carey on April 30, 2008, at her private estate on Windermere Island in the Bahamas. On April 30, 2011, Carey gave birth to fraternal twins. After six years of marriage, the couple separated and Cannon filed for divorce in December 2014. In 2016, Their divorce was finalized.
- Brittany Bell – Cannon has three children with model Brittany Bell: a son (born February 2017), a daughter (born December 2020) and another son (born September 2022).
- Abby De La Rosa – In June 2021, Nick welcomed twins with Abby De La Rosa.
- Alyssa Scott – Cannon and model Alyssa Scott have a son (born June 2021) who died of brain cancer at five months old, and a daughter (born December 2022). Cannon said he briefly experimented with celibacy in late 2021, during a bout with depression following the death of his son.
- Bre Tiesi – In July 2022, Nick welcomed a son with Bre Tiesi .
- Lanisha Cole – In September 2022, Cannon also welcomed Onyx Ice Cole with Lanisha Cole.
Physical Statistics
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| Body Build | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Shoe Size | 11 (US) |
| Dress Size | N/A |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Cannon is widely known for creating and hosting the long-running MTV improv comedy show Wild ’N Out. He gained mainstream recognition as a television host through America’s Got Talent, becoming one of the youngest hosts of the series. Cannon is also famous for his role in the hit film Drumline, which established him as a leading young actor in Hollywood.
He is recognized as a successful entrepreneur and media executive through his company N’Credible Entertainment. Nick is admired for his versatility as a comedian, rapper, producer, and television personality. He is additionally known for hosting popular shows like The Masked Singer, expanding his influence in modern television.
How Many Children Does Nick Cannon Have?
Nick Cannon has welcomed 12 children with six women. Eleven of his children are living. His son Zen died from brain cancer at five months old in December 2021. As you can see in the timeline below, in June 2021 alone, he welcomed FOUR children into the world from three different women. Cannon’s children are:
- April 30, 2011: Twins Monroe and Moroccan, with Mariah Carey.
- February 21, 2017: Son Golden Sagon, with Brittany Bell.
- December 2020: Daughter Powerful Queen, with Brittany Bell.
- June 14, 2021: Twin sons Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir, with Abby De La Rosa.
- June 23, 2021: Son Zen, with Alyssa Scott. Zen died in December 2021 after developing brain cancer.
- June 28, 2022: Son Legendary Love, with Bre Tiesi.
- September 14, 2022: Daughter Onyx Ice Cole, with LaNisha Cole.
- September 23, 2022: Son Rise Messiah, with Brittany Bell.
- November 11, 2022: Daughter Beautiful Zeppelin, with Abby De La Rosa.
- December 2022: Daughter Halo Marie, with Alyssa Scott.
Cannon has spoken openly about the challenges of dividing his time among such a large number of children and households.
Television Debut
In 1998, Nick made his television debut as Clay Jackson on Sports Theater with Shaquille O’Neal.
Film Debut
In 2000, Cannon made his feature film debut in Whatever It Takes as Chess Club Kid, where his performance earned widespread praise.
Singing Debut
In 2000, Nick began his music career. His debut self-titled album Nick Cannon was released in 2003, featuring the hit single Gigolo with R. Kelly. He later released albums such as Stage 2 and collaborated with artists across hip-hop and R&B. Cannon is also the founder of N’Credible Entertainment, a multimedia company encompassing music, film, and television production.
Nick Cannon Net worth
Nick Cannon has an estimated net worth of $50 million dollars as of 2026.
Social Media Profiles
- Facebook – Nick Cannon
- Instagram – nickcannon
- X – Nick Cannon
- YouTube Channel – Nick Cannon
Some Lesser Known Facts About Nick Cannon
- Cannon was born in San Diego, California. He was largely raised by his paternal grandfather, whom both he and his biological father called “dad”.
- As a child, he grew up in Lincoln Park’s Bay Vista Housing Projects, a gang-ridden section of Southeast San Diego.
- While in his teenage years, Cannon was affiliated with the Lincoln Park Bloods street gang, but stated that he left behind his affiliations after losing a close friend.
- Cannon received his first break doing stand-up comedy on his father’s local cable public access TV program.
- As a teenager, Cannon was one-third of the rap group “Da G4 Dope Bomb Squad”, they opened for the likes of Will Smith, LFO, 98 Degrees, and Montell Jordan.
- After signing with Jive Records in 2001, he was featured alongside Romeo Miller and 3LW on the Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius soundtrack with a cover of the 1988 hit song “Parents Just Don’t Understand”.
- His debut self titled album was released in 2003 and included the single “Your Pops Don’t Like Me (I Really Don’t Like This Dude)”.
- In 2005, Cannon created, produced, and hosted the MTV improv comedy series Wild ‘n Out. That same year he hosted the so-called slime stunt on Nickelodeon’s 2005 Kids’ Choice Awards in which a human cannonball was shot into slime.
- In 2006, he released two singles “Dime Piece” and “My Wife” intended for his follow-up album Stages, which was never released under Universal Motown Records.
- In 2009, Cannon formed a new label after cancelling his old label Can-I-Ball Records entitled NCredible Entertainment. In 2010, Cannon created a parody of hip hop pioneer Slick Rick entitled “Slick Nick”.
- In early 2011, Cannon recorded his first stand-up comedy special titled Mr. Showbiz at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. The special premiered on Showtime on May 14, 2011. A digital release of Mr. Showbiz became available on iTunes beginning May 16, 2011, with a physical release of the album on May 31, 2011.
- In 2012, he created a sketch-comedy series, Incredible Crew, starring six teenagers as Cannon wrote and produced the theme song.
- Since 2011, Cannon has served as the celebrity spokesperson for the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual national food drive, which is held throughout the United States on the second Saturday in May.
- Cannon hosted the morning show (6–10AM) with co-hosts Nikki and Southern Sarah Lee at 92.3 NOW FM (WXRK-FM) in New York. On February 17, 2012, he stepped down from 92.3 NOW citing health issues.
- In December 2015, Cannon was named “Chief Creative Officer” of RadioShack in hopes of catering to a younger crowd.
- On July 14, 2020, Cannon was fired by ViacomCBS after making racist and antisemitic remarks during an episode of his podcast Cannon’s Class with Professor Griff.
- Cannon endorsed the 2020 presidential campaign of rapper Kanye West after he guest-starred on his podcast Cannon’s Class.
- In November 2024, Cannon revealed he had been “clinically diagnosed” with narcissistic personality disorder, saying “I need help”.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nick Cannon?
He is an American comedian, television host, actor, and rapper who began his career as a teenager on Nickelodeon’s All That and is known for hosting shows like America’s Got Talent, The Masked Singer, and creating Wild ‘n Out.
What is the real name of Nick Cannon?
His real name is Nicholas Scott Cannon.
What is the age of Nick Cannon?
He is 45 years old (8th of October 1980).
What is Nick Cannon Height?
The Height of Nick is 1.80 m (5′10¾”).
What is Nick Cannon Weight?
The Weight of Cannon is 75 kg (165 lbs).
What is the Net worth of Nick Cannon?
He has an estimated net worth of $50 million dollars as of 2026.
Why is Nick Cannon Famous?
He is best known for hosting America’s Got Talent, creating and hosting Wild ’N Out, starring in Drumline, and being one of the most recognizable television personalities in American entertainment.