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Like mother, like daughter. Mariah Carey is legendarily unafraid to frankly speak her mind and it seems the apple has not fallen far from the (Christmas) tree when it comes to 14-year-old daughter Monroe. In a rare comment about her dad Nick Cannon‘s 10 other children, Monroe took to Instagram Stories on Thursday (Nov. 13) to opine on her large blended family.
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“Clearing something up guys,” wrote Monroe according to People. “i only have ONE brother who is @moroccan.cannon. i do have other half siblings from my dad but they are all man many years younger than me!” Carey and Cannon are the parents of twins Monroe and Moroccan, who they welcomed in 2011, three years after their wedding.
The couple divorced in 2016 and since then Cannon has fathered 10 more children with five different women: sons Golden Sagon and Rise Messiah and daughter Powerful Queen with Brittany Bell, twins Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir and daughter Beautiful Zeppelin with Abby De La Rosa, son Legendary Love with Bre Tiesi, daughter Onyx Ice Cole with LaNisha Cole and two more with Alyssa Scott, daughter Halo Marie and son Zen, who died at five-months-old in 2021 from brain cancer.
Cannon recently opened up about fathering a dozen children on The Breakfast Club, where he spoke about his mental health journey and admitted to dealing with trauma after his split with Carey. When co-host Charlamagne the God asked if having 12 children was a response to that trauma, Cannon said it was.
“I’m learning that now, and it wasn’t like I was acting out,” Cannon said. “It was more of being careless, being frivolous with my process, because I could do it, because I had the money, because I had the access to whoever and however I wanted to move. Opposed to doing a mature thing and saying, ‘Hey, well, it probably makes more sense to do this.’ And then, obviously, life happens as well. So it wasn’t like, ‘Well, I’m gonna go have 12 kids.’ It was more about, like, ‘Yo, I’mma just live life and have fun and whatever happens, happens, I can handle it.’”
Now 45, Cannon said if he had thought things through a bit more and taken some time to work on himself, “things might’ve been a little different in certain scenarios.”
Trending on Billboard This is partner content. Billboard and State Farm joined forces at Latin Music Week to deliver unforgettable moments for fans and artists alike. From custom merch drops to interactive activations and live performances, the collaboration brought energy, connection, and community to Miami’s biggest celebration of Latin music. Thiago: I’m Thiago, I’m a […]
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Miley Cyrus brings the big screen drama on “Dream As One,” the singer’s just-released single from director James Cameron’s anticipated sequel Avatar: Fire and Ash. The soaring, emotional ballad was co-written by Cyrus, Mark Ronson, Andrew Wyatt and the film’s soundtrack composer, Simon Franglen, and in a tweet announcing its release on Friday morning (Nov. 14), Cyrus wrote, “Writing this song with Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt came straight from the heart. Every lyric remembers where we’ve been, reflects where we are, and holds hope for what’s ahead for all of us. It was an honor to create something so personal for a film that connects so deeply with people around the world.”
The passion and emotion she conjured for the third chapter in the eye-popping sci-fi series comes through from the very first lines of the song that will play over the end credits of the film: “Our love will never fade away/ We’re diamonds in the dark/ I put my head against your chest/ And listen to your heart,” Cyrus croons over a pulsing piano line.
And then she leans into the heart-tugging chorus of the song she also co-produced along with Wyatt and Ronson. “Even through the pain/ Even through the ashes in the sky/ Baby when we dream, we dream as one.”
Last month Cyrus teased the song in an Instagram while revealing her very personal connection to the lyrics and themes. “Having been personally affected by fire and being rebuilt from the ashes, this project holds profound meaning for me,” said the singer, whose Malibu home was destroyed in the 2018 Woolsey Fire in Los Angeles. “Thank you, Jim, for the opportunity to turn that experience into musical medicine. The film’s themes of unity, healing, and love resonate deeply within my soul, and to be even a small star in the universe the Avatar family has created is truly a dream come true.”
Not for nothing, but given her co-writers’ awards pedigree, Cyrus could end up on some hardware lists next year. Wyatt and Ronson shared the Academy Award for best original song for their work with Lady Gaga and Anthony Rossomando on the A Star Is Born single “Shallow” in 2019; they also won the best song written for visual media Grammy Award that year. Wyatt and Ronson were also nominated for a best original song Oscar in 2024 for the Barbie tune “I’m Just Ken.”
Cyrus knows her way around a rousing soundtrack song herself, having contributed the Golden Globe-nominated “Beautiful That Way” to 2024’s The Last Showgirl.
Avatar: Fire and Ash, the sequel to 2022’s Avatar: The Way of Water, will hit theaters in the U.S. on Dec. 19
Listen to “Dream as One” and see Cyrus’ tweet announcing the song below.
“Even through the flames. Even through the ashes in the sky. When we dream, we dream as one.”Writing this song with Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt came straight from the heart. Every lyric remembers where we’ve been, reflects where we are, and holds hope for what’s ahead for all… pic.twitter.com/4RhWfIDSql— Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) November 14, 2025
Trending on Billboard The 2025 Latin Grammys were full of big wins and hot performances from Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos, CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso, Karol G and more! Keep watching for the full breakdown of the award show! Jessica Roiz: Big winners. And incredible performances. Hi, I’m Jessica Roiz for Billboard and this […]
Trending on Billboard Christmas just came early for Jonas Brothers fans, as the trio released their new holiday album on Friday (Nov. 14). Accompanying the band’s new film of the same name, the A Very Jonas Christmas Movie soundtrack features a total of 10 tracks, including “Like It’s Christmas” (Live Version), “Best Night,” “Coming Home […]
Trending on Billboard From the fiery summer release of ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires to the icy winter melody of “Snow Angels,” Freya Skye and Malachi Barton are back together again. Skye’s Nova and Barton’s Victor started out on opposite sides of an ancient fight as members of the rival Daywalkers and Vampires, respectively, […]
Trending on Billboard On the heels of winning best urban song for his heartfelt “DtMF,” Bad Bunny took center stage to perform with Chuwi at the 2025 Latin Grammys on Thursday night (Nov. 13). Their performance kicked off with the emerging Puerto Rican band singing their suave salsa single “Tikiri,” released in 2022. Soon after, […]
Trending on Billboard Nearly naked muscled bodybuilders, towering mountains modeled after a hat, sewing machines and unapologetic Versace flamboyance — this was the vibe at one of the most jaw-dropping performances of the 2025 Latin Grammys on Thursday night (Nov. 13). CA7RIEL y Paco Amoroso turned the stage into a spectacle of pure originality, embracing […]
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Raphael was all smiles upon receiving — this time on camera — his 2025 Person of the Year award from the Latin Recording Academy on Thursday night (Nov. 13) during the Latin Grammy Awards ceremony.
After being honored at a star-studded gala the previous eve, the legendary 82-year-old artist took to the stage for a memorable performance, accompanied by more than a dozen musicians who delivered a big band sound. The iconic Spanish singer-songwriter performed classics including “Qué Sabe Nadie” and “Mi Gran Noche” with his characteristic power and interpretive sensitivity.
Raphael, who last year was diagnosed with primary brain lymphoma, looked cheerful and classy in a dark two-piece suit and tie as he accepted his award from Gloria Estefan and Marco Antonio Solís.
“There are artists who have defined decades, and then there’s you, Raphael,” said Estefan, who called the honoree her “personal idol.” Solís added: “With that talent you’ve crossed generations and borders, but that style is something you’re born with.”
Clearly pleased, Raphael accepted the award from his colleagues to a standing ovation from the audience at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
“Here it is!” he exclaimed, showing off his trophy. “On this new trip, I’m happy to meet so many friends, both from Spain and from here. Delighted to be here. I solemnly promise I’ll be back.”
“They gave me this last night, and it’s wonderful that I get to hold it today,” he added with a smile. “Thank you so much.”
Considered one of the pioneers in the internationalization of Latin music, Raphael, whose real name is Rafael Martos, was born in Linares in 1943 and raised in Madrid. His talent was evident from an early age, being awarded Best Child Voice in Europe at the age of 9 at the Salzburg Festival. He gained international recognition by representing Spain in Eurovision with songs such as “Toco Madera” (1988), “Maravilloso, Corazón, Maravilloso” (1989) and “Escándalo” (1992), which reached No. 2, 7 and 9 on Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart, respectively. In 2022, he was recognized with the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Latin Recording Academy’s Person of the Year award honors musicians for their artistic achievements in the Latin music industry as well as their humanitarian efforts. Raphael joins a list of previous honorees that includes Carlos Vives (2024), Laura Pausini (2023), Marco Antonio Solís (2022), Rubén Blades (2021), Juanes (2019), Maná (2018), Alejandro Sanz (2017), Marc Anthony (2016), Roberto Carlos (2015), Joan Manuel Serrat (2014), Miguel Bosé (2013), Caetano Veloso (2012), Shakira (2011), Plácido Domingo (2010), Juan Gabriel (2009), Gloria Estefan (2008), Juan Luis Guerra (2007), Ricky Martin (2006), José José (2005), Carlos Santana (2004), Gilberto Gil (2003), Vicente Fernández (2002), Julio Iglesias (2001), and Emilio Estefan (2000).
In its 26th edition, the Latin Grammys ceremony is hosted by Maluma and Roselyn Sánchez and broadcast live on Univision. For a full list of winners, click here.
Trending on Billboard DannyLux, Kakalo and Iván Cornejo, three young voices in Mexican music, delivered one of the most heartfelt performances on Thursday (Nov. 13) during the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards ceremony. On a stage decorated solely with blue and white lights, showcasing the most contemporary sounds of the genre, the three artists — who […]
