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Nick Cannon

Nick Cannon is an American television host, comedian, actor, rapper, and producer born on October 8, 1980, in San Diego, California.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nick Cannon is an American television host, comedian, actor, rapper, and producer. He is best known for creating and hosting *Wild 'N Out*, as well as hosting *America's Got Talent*, *Lip Sync Battle Shorties*, and *The Masked Singer*. Born on October 8, 1980, in San Diego, California, Cannon began his entertainment career as a teenager on Nickelodeon's *All That*.

Early life and career

Nick Cannon was born in San Diego in 1980 and started in entertainment as a teenager on *All That*. He later expanded into acting, music, stand-up comedy, and producing.

Television hosting

Cannon became widely known as a host and producer, especially for *Wild 'N Out*. He also hosted *The Nick Cannon Show*, *America's Got Talent*, *Lip Sync Battle Shorties*, and *The Masked Singer*.

Personal life

Cannon married singer Mariah Carey in 2008 and their divorce was finalized in 2016. The couple had twins, and later reports list Cannon as the father of 12 children.

Other work

Beyond television, Cannon has worked as a rapper, actor, writer, director, DJ, and producer. His film credits include *Drumline*, *Love Don't Cost a Thing*, and *Roll Bounce*.

Key facts

  • Nick Cannon is best known for creating and hosting *Wild 'N Out* and hosting *The Masked Singer*.
  • He hosted *America's Got Talent* from 2009 to 2017.
  • He was married to Mariah Carey from 2008 to 2016.
  • He began his career as a teenager on Nickelodeon's *All That*.
  • Sources list him as the father of 12 children.
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Canadian context

Nick Cannon is widely known to Canadian audiences through international television formats such as *The Masked Singer* and *America's Got Talent*, both of which have had broad North American reach.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nick Cannon?
Nick Cannon is an American television host, comedian, actor, rapper, and producer best known for *Wild 'N Out* and *The Masked Singer*.
How old is Nick Cannon?
Nick Cannon was born on October 8, 1980, making him 45 years old as of July 23, 2026.
How many kids does Nick Cannon have?
Available sources list Nick Cannon as the father of 12 children.
What shows has Nick Cannon hosted?
Sources list *The Nick Cannon Show*, *Wild 'N Out*, *America's Got Talent*, *Lip Sync Battle Shorties*, and *The Masked Singer*.
Who is Nick Cannon married to?
Nick Cannon was married to singer Mariah Carey from 2008 until their divorce in 2016.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nick_Cannon
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, hosting credits, and marriage to Mariah Carey; lists 12 children.
  2. Nick Cannon official website — https://nickcannon.com/about/
    Supports: Current roles, *Wild 'N Out*, *The Masked Singer*, and radio hosting.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/movies-tv/nick-cannon
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, hosting of *America's Got Talent* and *The Masked Singer*, and marriage timeline.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0134244/
    Supports: Hosting credits including *The Nick Cannon Show*, *Wild 'N Out*, *America's Got Talent*, *Lip Sync Battle Shorties*, and *The Masked Singer*.
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/nick-cannon/
    Supports: Birth date, age, spouse, and personal-life details.