Nick Cannon Choked When Asked to Name All 12 of His Kids

Nick Cannon might need a flashcard app to keep track of his kids.

During a recent appearance on the Really Good Podcast with Bobbi Althoff, Cannon was challenged to name all 12 of his children—and he didn’t quite stick the landing. Right out of the gate, he admitted, “That’s gonna get me in trouble.” And, yep, it did.

While Cannon rattled off ten names without issue, he blanked on the youngest two: Beautiful Zeppelin, whose mom is Abby De La Rosa, and Halo Marie, the daughter he shares with Alyssa Scott. Not exactly a flex when your personal headcount hits a dozen.

Cannon’s candid explanation? He blames it on what he calls a “king complex.”

He told Althoff, “You know, Black men, we always be like, ‘What’s up, king?’ I really think I’m the king.” Apparently, ruling over your own kingdom of toddlers doesn’t come with a cheat sheet.

To be fair, the man has a famously packed schedule and an unconventional approach to parenting. But social media was quick to roast the moment, with many calling it both hilarious and kind of sad. After all, forgetting your own kid’s name doesn’t exactly scream “Father of the Year.”

Still, Cannon has always been open about his growing family, saying he’s deeply involved in their lives. But maybe next time, he’ll prep with a quick review. Or better yet, carry a laminated list.