Early Life and Education of Nick Cannon: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Nick Cannon. From birth to education, explore key events.
Nick Cannon is an American entertainer known for his multifaceted career. He gained initial fame as a comedian and actor on Nickelodeon's 'All That' and hosted 'The Nick Cannon Show'. His television presence expanded to include hosting prominent shows like 'Wild 'n Out', 'America's Got Talent', and 'The Masked Singer'. Cannon has also appeared in films such as 'Drumline' and 'Love Don't Cost a Thing', showcasing his acting abilities. Additionally, he has a career as a rapper, further demonstrating his versatility in the entertainment industry.
October 8, 1980: Nick Cannon's Birth
On October 8, 1980, Nicholas Scott Cannon was born. He is an American comedian, television presenter, actor, and rapper.
1998: High School Graduation
In 1998, Nick Cannon graduated from Monte Vista High School, where he was president of the African Student Coalition and participated in track and field.
February 2007: Meeting Selita Ebanks
In February 2007, Nick Cannon met model Selita Ebanks.
April 30, 2008: Marriage to Mariah Carey
On April 30, 2008, Nick Cannon married singer-songwriter Mariah Carey at her private estate on Windermere Island in the Bahamas.
April 30, 2011: Birth of Fraternal Twins
On April 30, 2011, Mariah Carey gave birth to fraternal twins with Nick Cannon.
January 4, 2012: Hospitalization for Kidney Failure
On January 4, 2012, Nick Cannon was hospitalized for treatment of "mild kidney failure".
March 5, 2012: Announcement of Lupus Nephritis Diagnosis
On March 5, 2012, Nick Cannon announced that his kidney problems were due to lupus nephritis.
December 2014: Filing for Divorce from Mariah Carey
In December 2014, after six years of marriage, Nick Cannon filed for divorce from Mariah Carey.
2016: Finalization of Divorce from Mariah Carey
In 2016, Nick Cannon's divorce from Mariah Carey was finalized.
February 2017: Birth of Son with Brittany Bell
In February 2017, Nick Cannon had a son with model Brittany Bell.
December 2020: Birth of Daughter with Brittany Bell
In December 2020, Nick Cannon had a daughter with model Brittany Bell.
2020: Endorsement of Kanye West's Presidential Campaign
In 2020, Nick Cannon endorsed the 2020 presidential campaign of rapper Kanye West after he guest-starred on his podcast Cannon's Class.
2020: Graduation from Howard University
In 2020, Nick Cannon graduated from Howard University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminology/Administration of Justice and a minor in Africana Studies.
June 2021: Birth of twin sons with Abby De La Rosa
In June 2021, Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa had twin sons.
June 2021: Birth of son with Alyssa Scott
In June 2021, Nick Cannon and Alyssa Scott had a son. Tragically, the baby would pass away at five months old due to brain cancer.
June 2022: Birth of son with Bre Tiesi
In June 2022, Nick Cannon and Bre Tiesi welcomed a son.
September 2022: Birth of daughter with LaNisha Cole
In September 2022, Nick Cannon and LaNisha Cole welcomed a daughter.
September 2022: Birth of Son with Brittany Bell
In September 2022, Nick Cannon had another son with model Brittany Bell.
November 2022: Birth of daughter with Abby De La Rosa
In November 2022, Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa welcomed a daughter.
December 2022: Birth of daughter with Alyssa Scott
In December 2022, Nick Cannon and Alyssa Scott welcomed a daughter.
November 2024: Diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality Disorder
In November 2024, Nick Cannon revealed he had been “clinically diagnosed” with narcissistic personality disorder.
