James Cannon- All About Nick Cannon Father

James Cannon is the father of Nick Cannon, an American comedian, rapper, and television personality.

Quick Facts

Full Name	James Cannon
First Name	James
Last Name	Cannon
Gender Identity	Male
Sexual Orientation	Straight
Marital Status	Married
Spouse	Beth Gardener
No Of Children	3

Couple separated early

James Cannon was previously married to accountant Beth Gardner, but details about their love story or wedding arrangements remain undisclosed. Their marriage ended in divorce while their son was still young, and they never reconciled thereafter.

Following their divorce, Beth relocated to North Carolina, leaving their child to reside solely with James. He took on the responsibility of raising their child alongside his grandfather, who they both affectionately referred to as ‘Dad’. Together, James and his father managed all the duties and obligations involved in raising the child.

Meanwhile, their son had to navigate his time between living with both his mother and father. Despite the fractured relationship between his parents, he maintained close contact with his mother during their time in both California and North Carolina. Additionally, his mother frequently reached out to him via phone to ensure she remained informed about any important developments in his life.

Has a significant impact on his son’s life.

Nick Cannon, the son of James Cannon, was raised alongside his siblings, grandparents, and father, all of whom served as sources of inspiration for him as he matured. In an interview, Nick expressed gratitude towards his father, stating, “My father taught me how to be a man.”

However, growing up as his father’s son presented its own challenges. Due to his father’s occupation as a preacher, Nick was prohibited from watching television or listening to the radio during his elementary and junior high school years.

He was required to dress modestly and was not allowed to wear the flashy attire that other children often wore. The couple had three sons: Nick, Gabriel, and Reuben Cannon. While all three boys share an interest in music, two of them prefer to remain out of the public eye.

Married a songwriter

On April 30, 2008, his son tied the knot with Mariah Carey, a composer, at their residence on Windermere Island in the Bahamas. Three years into their marriage, the couple welcomed fraternal twins on their wedding anniversary: a girl and a boy named Monroe Cannon and Moroccan Scott, respectively.

Their daughter, Monroe, was named after the famous actress Marilyn Monroe, while their son, Moroccan, was named in honor of Nick’s proposal to Mariah in her Moroccan-style apartment.

After six years of marriage, the couple filed for divorce in 2014, but reconciled temporarily in 2015 according to sources. However, they officially divorced in 2016.

I had one son with a girlfriend.

Following his divorce, he entered into a romantic relationship with model Brittany Bell. The couple welcomed a son named Golden Sagon Cannon on February 21st, 2017.

James Cannon’s Net worth in 2024

In 2020, his annual salary was estimated to be $60 million, although the exact figure remains uncertain. As of January 2024, his net worth is reported to be $60 million, with no disclosure regarding his yearly earnings.

He has accumulated his wealth through various endeavors as a television personality, rapper, musician, comedian, and producer. Given his continued success, his net worth is expected to further increase in the future.

Residing in Los Angeles, California, he lives with his children in a spacious two-story house boasting five bedrooms, a yard, lawn, and scenic mountain views. His impressive collection of vehicles includes a Ferrari 599, Rolls Royce, Maserati Quattroporte, and Lamborghini, reflecting the family’s lavish lifestyle.