Nick Cannon is revisiting his time with Mariah Carey—and the TV host, comedian, and entrepreneur couldn’t be more candid about what it meant to support one of the most iconic voices in music history.
On a recent episode of his Nick Cannon @ Night podcast, Cannon reflected on their marriage with admiration, describing how he embraced his role in their partnership while Carey pursued her career at the highest level.
“I Was Comfortable Supporting Her”
“When I was married, that was what we respected and actually admired about one another—we were both on our own boss-level trajectory,” Cannon said.
He recalled how he never hesitated to step back when Carey’s schedule demanded the spotlight:
“I love the fact that she put all of her work, all of her passion, all of her art into everything she did, and I could be there to be that support. I used to say like the thing that was dope was when she turned hers on, I turned mine off. So I was very comfortable supporting her.”
On Marrying a Legend
Cannon, who wed Carey in 2008 after a whirlwind romance, said he always understood the magnitude of being married to her.
“Most men don’t get to marry Mariah Carey,” he admitted. “I went in understanding, like, wow, this is one of the most amazing people to ever grace this planet, so I was able to play my position in a way.”
For him, it wasn’t about ego—it was about balance.
“In my nature, I’m so confident in who I am that no matter if you’re having a hard day, I’ve got a pillow. This is your soft girl era, go ahead and sit down,” Cannon explained. “Whatever you need from me—if you need me to be the man and buck up for a second, I can be that. Or if you just need me to fall back, I can be that, as well.”
Life After Love
Though their marriage ended in 2016, Cannon and Carey remain connected through their twins, Monroe and Moroccan Cannon, who are now 13.
Over the years, Cannon has often praised Carey publicly, even as his own personal life—including his ever-growing family—has made headlines. Carey, meanwhile, continues to thrive as a music icon, holiday queen, and mother.
Why This Matters
Cannon’s reflections struck a chord online, especially in an era when conversations around gender roles in relationships are louder than ever. His willingness to step back and let Carey shine—without insecurity—resonates as a refreshing perspective on love and partnership.
And for fans, his words are another reminder of why the pair, despite their split, remain one of pop culture’s most unforgettable duos.
✨ Bottom Line: Nick Cannon says he had “no problem” supporting Mariah Carey during their marriage, calling it a privilege to be by the side of “one of the most amazing people to ever grace this planet.”
