The 'Masked Singer' host hails his autistic son as he and baby mama announce on social media that the little boy has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
- Apr 2, 2024
AceShowbiz - On World Autism Awareness Day, Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa announced that their 2-year-old son, Zillion, has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
"Our amazing 2 year old, Zillion, was recently diagnosed with ASD - joining the unique energy of others like Niko Telsa, Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein and Michael Angelo, just to name a few dynamic individuals," Cannon and De La Rosa wrote in a joint Instagram post.
The couple expressed their love and admiration for their son, describing him as experiencing "life in 4D." They added, "His love, strength and brilliance light up every room he enters!"
Cannon and De La Rosa emphasized their commitment to supporting Zillion and other families navigating autism. "We extend our embrace to families worldwide, acknowledging shared challenges and championing understanding. Together, let’s create a world of acceptance and compassion," they wrote.
In addition to Zillion, Cannon and De La Rosa share twins Zion and a daughter, Beautiful, who is 16 months old.
De La Rosa shared that the past year has been challenging as she sought answers for Zillion's developmental delays. The couple has found creative ways to help Zillion, such as organizing a light-up Easter egg hunt to meet his sensory needs.
Cannon, the host of "The Masked Singer," expressed his love for Zillion on Instagram, writing, "My brilliant little guy! We love you Zilly!"
Cannon is the father of 12 children, including twins Moroccan and Monroe with ex-wife Mariah Carey, sons Golden Sagon and Rise Messiah with Brittany Bell, and daughters Powerful Queen with Bell and Beautiful Zeppelin with De La Rosa.
He also has a daughter, Onyx Ice, with LaNisha Cole, a son, Legendary Love, with Bre Tiesi, and a daughter, Halo Marie, with Alyssa Scott. Tragically, he lost his 5-month-old son Zen to a brain tumor in December 2021.
