Even with a large and blended family, Nick Cannon has a clear priority for Mother’s Day: honoring his own mom. Despite being a father to 12 children with six different women, the ‘Wild ‘N Out’ host revealed on The TMZ Podcast that his focus for the holiday is on his mother, Beth Gardner, humorously stating it’s “not baby mama’s day.”
A Special Day for Mom
Cannon, 45, shared a touching Instagram post featuring a photo of him embracing his mother, with a sentimental childhood picture in the background. He captioned it with a heartfelt message, expressing his deep bond and stating, “I would pick my Mother to be my Mother again and again in every lifetime.” This dedication highlights the strong connection he shares with his own mother.
While his own Mother’s Day celebration is centered around his mom, Cannon ensures the mothers of his children feel appreciated. He explained that he helps his kids select thoughtful, personalized gifts for their moms, acknowledging that each mother receives something unique, reflecting the distinct relationships with each child.
Valentine’s Day vs. Mother’s Day
Interestingly, Cannon finds Mother’s Day to be relatively smooth sailing compared to Valentine’s Day. He admitted that Valentine’s Day presents a more complex challenge, while Mother’s Day is typically spent with his mother or grandmother. He also noted that Father’s Day is often busy as his children want to spend time with him.
Playful Jabs on the ‘Wild ‘N Out’ Tour
The Mother’s Day weekend also saw Cannon engaging in some spirited fun on the ‘Wild ‘N Out Live’ Tour. During a rap battle segment known as ‘Wild Style,’ he exchanged playful but sharp jokes with rapper DDG. The banter touched on personal lives and, fittingly, the complexities of co-parenting.
DDG kicked things off with a joke about Cannon’s child support obligations, to which Cannon humorously fired back, referencing DDG’s ex, Halle Bailey, and their past custody issues. Cannon quipped, “At least my baby mama lets me see mine.” Despite the sharp jabs, both entertainers clarified that it was all in good fun for the show.
Cannon later took to Instagram to reassure fans that there were no hard feelings, calling DDG “my guy” and emphasizing the “all love” behind the performance. It was certainly a full weekend for the multi-talented entertainer, balancing family celebrations with his signature high-energy stage presence.
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