Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 20, 2025 · Entertainment

Nick Cannon's Expanding Family: A Look at His 12 Children and Their Stories

Dad of 12 Nick Cannon left fans stunned as he forgot a key piece of information about his huge brood - pictured June 2025

The Never-Ending Story of Nick Cannon's Babies: A Tale of Love, Loss, and Unpredictability

In a world where celebrity news is always juicier than yesterday's gossip, one man stands out as the ultimate baby daddy – Nick Cannon! With 12 little bundles of joy scattered across his arms (literally!), the Wild 'N Out host has left fans stunned, amazed, and occasionally heartbroken.

Let's start with the most recent addition to Nick's brood: Halo Marie Cannon, born to baby mama Alyssa Scott on December 14, 2022. This little princess joins a family of 11 siblings, each more adorable than the last! When Alyssa announced Halo's arrival via an emotional Instagram video, fans couldn't help but feel for this busy dad juggling so many tiny humans.

The 44-year-old host has three children with Brittany Bell

But before we dive into Halo's story, let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of Nick's most unforgettable moments. Who could forget the time he forgot about one of his 12 kids? Yep, you guessed it – Dad-of-12 Nick Cannon left fans stunned when he revealed he had forgotten about one of his little ones! Talk about a parenting fail!

Of course, with great power comes great responsibility, and Nick has been doing his best to balance work, family, and personal life. In an emotional Instagram post, he shared that he was "still missing" his late son Zen, who passed away in December 2021 at just two months old. The outpouring of love and support from fans around the world was overwhelming, as Nick struggled to come to terms with the loss.

Now, let's get back to the present and focus on Nick's newest addition: Halo Marie Cannon! Born to Alyssa Scott, this little princess is sure to bring even more joy and chaos into Nick's life. Will she be the perfect little sister or will her big siblings drive her crazy? Only time will tell!

He also has three children with Abby de La Rosa

But wait, there's more! In January 2022, Nick announced that he was expecting another baby with model-turned-baby-mama Alyssa Scott. This news sent shockwaves through the internet, leaving fans wondering how this busy dad would manage yet another addition to his ever-growing family.

Fast-forward to June 2021 when Nick welcomed his 10th child, Zen, with ex-girlfriend Alyssa Scott. Little did they know that just a few months later, tragedy would strike and Zen's life would be cut short. The world was left reeling as Nick mourned the loss of his precious little one.

As if that weren't enough drama for one year, Nick's 11th child, Zen's twin sister Halo (yes, you read that right!), arrived on the scene in December 2021. Talk about a Christmas miracle!

He also has twins Moroccan and Monroe with ex Mariah Carey - pictured 2017

Throughout this whirlwind journey, Nick has remained steadfastly devoted to his children and their mothers. Whether it's juggling multiple baby mamas or coping with loss, this dedicated dad always puts family first.

In an exclusive interview with The Scholarly Note, Nick opened up about the challenges of being a father to 12, saying, "I'm still learning, still growing, but I'm committed to being the best dad I can be." With his unbreakable spirit and unwavering dedication, we have no doubt that Nick will continue to conquer the world – one baby at a time!

So there you have it – Nick Cannon's never-ending story of love, loss, and unpredictability. Join us next time as we explore more of this wild ride!