Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon may have split over a decade ago, but the details of their parenting arrangement for twins Monroe and Moroccan still turn heads — especially now that their kids are 13.
Nick Pays — Mariah Doesn’t
According to court documents from their 2014 divorce settlement, Nick Cannon agreed to contribute $5,000 a month into a trust fund for the twins, while Mariah contributes nothing financially to the trust. This stirred fresh conversation online, considering the couple’s income differences at the time — Mariah reportedly earned $6.3 million, while Nick brought in $2.7 million.
Fast forward to now, and Nick’s career has expanded significantly, along with his family — he’s now a father to 12 children.
Strict Parenting Terms
One interesting clause in their custody agreement? Monroe and Moroccan are not allowed to call any future partners of Mariah or Nick “mum,” “dad,” or any variation like “mummy,” “daddy,” “mother,” or “father.” It was a move clearly designed to protect the emotional clarity and respect of both parents as they moved on.
Flashback to a Whirlwind Romance
Mariah and Nick’s love story began fast and fiery — they tied the knot in the Bahamas in April 2008after just six weeks of dating. Their twins were born in May 2011, and they even renewed their vows on their third anniversary.
But by April 2014, the pair had separated. Despite the split, they’ve managed to maintain a close co-parenting relationship — with Mariah covering Nick’s travel and accommodation costs when he visits the kids, who live primarily with her.
Awkward Award Show Moment?
Mariah, 55, and Nick, 43, were both spotted at the 2025 BET Awards, sparking buzz as fans noticed they were in the same venue — though they didn’t interact publicly.
Mariah turned heads with a glamorous solo performance of her new single Type Dangerous, dazzling the crowd with her iconic whistle notes and golden ensemble. Meanwhile, Nick was also in attendance, leading fans to comment:
“Knowing that Nick Cannon and Bryan Tanaka were in the audience watching her is crazy.”
“Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon are in the same building. I can’t believe she fell for that.”
Still a Strong Support System
Despite the separation, Nick has remained vocal about his respect and support for Mariah. Following the passing of her mother last year, he told Page Six:
“She’s doing the best that she possibly can, considering the circumstances… As a family, we just got to be there to support one another, show love.”
He also praised her bond with their kids, saying:
“She’s really having a great time with the kids… That is the most important thing in the world to her, so it’s outstanding to see them supporting their mom the way they do.”
A Complicated But Close-Knit Family
While their love story didn’t last, Mariah and Nick have managed to craft a unique and structured co-parenting setup — one that balances celebrity, stability, and shared love for their kids. And even with the occasional awkward red carpet run-in, it’s clear their children come first.
