Nick Cannon Kids’ Moms Didn’t Want Reality Show

Nick Cannon is ready to pull back the curtain on his unconventional lifestyle in his family’s new reality show, but according to the father of 12, not everyone was on board. In a new interview, the “Masked Singer” host implied he had to convince his kids’ mothers to participate. However, once he shared his vision for the series, things were smooth sailing. The upcoming series has no premiere date yet, but according to Cannon, it will show his fans the “raw” and “real” side of his chaotic life.

Nick Cannon Says His Kids’ Mothers Weren’t Excited About The Reality Show At First

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For those unfamiliar, Cannon has 12 kids with six different women. He shares his oldest kids, twins Moroccan and Monroe, with singer Mariah Carey. Then Cannon has Golden, Rise, and Powerful with Brittany Bell, followed by twin boys Zion and Zillion and daughter Beautiful with Abby de La Rosa. Cannon later welcomed son Legendary with “Selling Sunset” star Bre Tiesi and daughter Onyx with LaNisha Cole. The rapper also had a son, Zen, who died at five months with Alyssa Scott. They also share a daughter, Halo.

While his family life seems complicated, Cannon hinted that things behind the scenes are actually much calmer than they seem. He also implied that fans would be surprised to see how well they get along, despite the negative headlines. “I think people will be really surprised how there’s so much love there,” he told Us Weekly.

It’s unclear who will be part of the show, but based on his comments, some of his children’s mothers will appear. They weren’t all game for the idea at first, though. “They were like, ‘Why are we letting cameras into our homes?’” Cannon recalled. “I think that everybody’s very comfortable with just keeping their peace. But everybody said that they would do it for me, so I’m appreciative of that.”

Nick Cannon Is Ready To Show The World His Reality After Living In The Spotlight For So Long

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Cannon has been a public figure for decades, appearing on Nickelodeon’s “All That” before appearing in blockbuster films like “Drumline” and “Roll Bounce.” Cannon became an even bigger star after starring in even more work, including “Wild ‘N Out” and “America’s Got Talent.”

Outside of his career, though, Cannon has always been the subject of some story or headline, and now, it’s time for him to address the claims head-on. “People have been fascinated with my lifestyle for quite some time, so instead of letting them make up stuff, I’m gonna give you everything,” he said about his new series, adding that he’s giving viewers the “raw” and “real” deal.

“I think we’re being more open and more vulnerable, and coming from you know a very unorthodox setting,” he continued about his family.

Nick Cannon Says He Was ‘Careless’ Before Fathering 12 Children

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According to a previous report from The Blast, Cannon has opened up about fathering 12 children and said it was never his plan.

During his conversation with Charlamagne Tha God, Cannon said that his dozen kids came from him “being careless and frivolous with my process.”

He explained that having the money and status caused him to think he wanted more. “Then, obviously, life happens as well, so it wasn’t like ‘Oh, I’m gonna go have 12 kids.’ It was more about like, ‘Yo, I’m gonna just live life and have fun and whatever happens happens. I can handle it,’” he said.

Would Cannon Ever Get Remarried?

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While he has many kids with a handful of different women, Cannon was only ever married once, per The Blast. His marriage to Carey ended in November 2016, after they first tied the knot in the spring of 2008.

Though Cannon and Carey ended their marriage on good terms, the former recently admitted that his experience with the “Obsessed” singer was enough to make him know he wouldn’t do it again.

“I don’t like the government in my love life,” he said about remarrying. “I think the institution of marriage should be respected, but I can’t see myself going through the legal paperwork again.”

Cannon And Carey Are Still Close

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Netflix may explore part of Cannon’s relationship with Carey on his new reality show, but if not, the comedian and rapper said in September 2026 that they’re closer than people think.

“We were laughing about [reports we’re not close]. I was like, ‘Who is telling people that?’ On the flip side, I’ve heard we’re getting back together. I’ll deliver the truth with the doc. I’m always open [to that]. Our divorce wasn’t messy. We were able to move on and be the best parents we can,” he said.

In another interview, Cannon shared a similar statement, calling the Queen of Christmas “my greatest friend and my greatest teacher.”