A look at Roc & Roe's nursery ceiling, inspired by Mariah's vision as sung in Close My Eyes & Underneath The Stars!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Mariah Shows Nursery Ceiling
A look at Roc & Roe's nursery ceiling, inspired by Mariah's vision as sung in Close My Eyes & Underneath The Stars!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Case Closed on Mariah's 'Guinness' Controversy
The investigation into allegations that Mariah Carey was drinking alcohol in the hospital following the recent birth of her twins has been closed, her rep confirmed to CNN.
"Disturbing that an anonymous caller would call child protective services but they legally have to follow up," said Carey's spokesperson, Cindi Berger. "What an utter waste of tax payers dollars. Yes, the case is closed."
Carey's husband Nick Cannon said earlier that the complaint to the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services may have been triggered by a nurse's suggestion that a small amount of dark beer could help Carey's breastfeeding. A social worker later visited Carey in the hospital.
Cannon told CNN's Piers Morgan that he believed the incident was the result of a scammer trying to sell a story to tabloids.
"I guess someone maybe overheard that (suggestion), and this is a good way to make a quick buck, or call the tabloids," he said. "It's kind of sad that people think that we'll make money off of these newborns."
"Disturbing that an anonymous caller would call child protective services but they legally have to follow up," said Carey's spokesperson, Cindi Berger. "What an utter waste of tax payers dollars. Yes, the case is closed."
Carey's husband Nick Cannon said earlier that the complaint to the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services may have been triggered by a nurse's suggestion that a small amount of dark beer could help Carey's breastfeeding. A social worker later visited Carey in the hospital.
Cannon told CNN's Piers Morgan that he believed the incident was the result of a scammer trying to sell a story to tabloids.
"I guess someone maybe overheard that (suggestion), and this is a good way to make a quick buck, or call the tabloids," he said. "It's kind of sad that people think that we'll make money off of these newborns."
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Mariah's Twins' Birth Certificates
Check out copies of the birth certificates (in PDF file) of Moroccan and Monroe, the twins of Mariah Carey and husband Nick Cannon. The singer gave birth on April 30 via Caesarean section - her son and daughter arrived promptly at 9:07 a.m.
Monday, May 16, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: See Nick Cannon’s First Mother’s Day Gift for Mariah Carey
New mom Mariah Carey didn’t have to wait long to celebrate her first Mother’s Day. Just days after welcoming twins Monroe and Moroccan on April 30, the singer toasted her new life as a mom with a very special present from Nick Cannon: a 4-carat diamond and sapphire necklace from Jason of Beverly Hills. “Nick was really excited about the babies’ names and wanted to do a piece with them for Mariah’s first Mother’s Day,” jeweler Jason Arasheben explains. “Pink sapphires are bright and bold and diamonds are always so classic.” The sparkling piece, which also incorporates 14-karat white and rose gold, is valued at $12,000. Cannon, a longtime customer of Jason, was excited about his big surprise. “Nick came in and met with Jason on the Friday after his twins were born,” a source tells PEOPLE. “He was bleary eyed, looking so tired but so happy — all smiles, saying he wanted to design something special for Mariah’s first Mother’s day. He couldn’t want to surprise her on Sunday.”
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Welcome Home, Roc & Roe!
Mariah is now home at their Los Angeles residence with her twins Moroccan and Monroe after spending two weeks at the hospital. Husband Nick Cannon who had been making the rounds of TV shows promoting his Mr. Showbiz special that's airing on Showtime tonight happily tweeted the message below.
Nick Cannon Crazy 2 days of promo in NY and LA & I Finally was able to bring my wife and kids home tonight. Now in my own bedroom #puresatisfaction
Nick Cannon Crazy 2 days of promo in NY and LA & I Finally was able to bring my wife and kids home tonight. Now in my own bedroom #puresatisfaction
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Nick Cannon Talks Marriage to Mariah, the Twins & His First Comedy Special
Nick Cannon is still getting used to being a tabloid headline all the time: First for his much-publicized marriage to singer Mariah Carey, 10 years his senior; then for expecting babies for what felt like an eternity; and now for the unusual names they chose for their twins, Monroe (the girl) and Moroccan (the boy).
But he has no problem joking about it all -- to me and anyone who'll tune in and watch his first comedy special, 'Mr. Showbiz' (premieres Sat., May 14, 9PM on Showtime).
There's even a special sweet moment when he talks about how much he loves his wife ... and then jokes that he's set for life, before jumping into singing one of her many lucrative hit songs, 'Hero.'
Yeah, nothing is off limits. Other hot topics: his pal Kanye West, Eminem and where he uses conditioner. TMI? Maybe, but it's all in fun.
I caught up with Cannon to talk about life with Mariah, the controversy surrounding their new bundles of joy, the special and the next season of 'America's Got Talent.' Keep reading for more ...
Congratulations on the babies -- I feel like Mariah's been pregnant forever.
That bums me out! Like everybody thinks she was pregnant for a long time. Why do people think that?
Well there's been so much excitement!
She made the announcement in November, and it's May now -- that's not even nine months!
We are not patient people. [Laughs] You chose two very unique names -- Monroe and Moroccan -- how did you guys pick them?
Yeah, I heard the names have been causing quite the controversy as well. [Laughs] It's funny, I always say we had our names picked out very early on -- we picked one of the names like the first date that we had. But it's kind of weird that they stayed the same. Monroe, obviously, my wife has always been inspired by Marilyn Monroe ... she bought her priceless piano and all that stuff. And I just like the idea that is was more than just naming our daughter Marilyn. I think that would've been a little too cliché. Monroe is a very strong name -- it sounds really elegant.
And then Moroccan was kind of more my pick. When you think about Moroccan, it's kind of both of our names together -- Mariah and Nick together. And I always like the name Rock. Rock Cannon. It sounded like a strong name. We also have Moroccan rooms in our houses in L.A. and in New York. I've always thought that was kind of cool ... I actually proposed to my wife in the Moroccan room in New York, so it has a lot of symbolism. We like it a lot.
I love that. Also with twins, realistically you could be done having kids now ...
Yeah, I think we are if you ask my wife. [Laughs] I keep threatening her with getting her pregnant again, and she doesn't like it. She doesn't think that's funny. I heard women are their most fertile after they have children ... [Laughs]
Watch yourself. Now your special is a lot of fun, but the footage in the beginning of you performing as a kid got me thinking: How is this your first comedy special?
I've had a lot of successful sidetracks as I call them. I've stumbled upon being a pretty good actor, being a pretty good businessman, a pretty good producer -- a lot of doors just opened up. But at the end of the day, my foundation is stand-up comedy. That's what I've always been. It's taken a while -- this has been a life-long dream for me, to get out there and do my own special -- so I'm excited about it.
Who are your comedy icons?
I mean, Eddie Murphy ... when I first saw 'Delirious' and 'Raw,' I said "Ooh, I can do that." Then once I got on the stage and started studying the craft, everyone from Richard Pryor to George Carlin to Robin Williams, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, all those people.
Well your style on stage is very fast -- you get in there, get a laugh and move on. What do you think are the funniest topics you hit on in this special?
Obviously being married to Mariah Carey. That's the hilarious topic I touch on. Everything from Kanye West to Eminem, the N-word, all that stuff. There are a few controversial things, but everything's done with a light heart.
And we learn a bit about you. You sneak food into movies -- just like us!
[Laughs] Yeah. Nothing's changed -- I'm the same old guy!
Except now you put conditioner on certain parts of your body ... that we won't talk about here.
Absolutely. It's good. [Laughs] I'm glad I discovered this thing called conditioner.
Well you definitely aren't afraid to get personal. Does Mariah ever get mad when you share stuff like that?
Not really. I mean, she has the greatest sense of humor ever, and she knows that I'll say anything -- I don't really care. I speak my mind, and I think that's what she loves about me. As much as I can be annoying at times, I think my authenticity is appreciated.
I mean, you compare your relationship with Mariah to being like Halle Berry with Soulja Boy! At least in people's minds.
[Laughs] It is! If you think about it, some people probably see it like that. I hold my wife up high on a pedestal, and sometimes I don't give myself enough credit, so I can see how people would take it like that.
You're already running around, doing 'America's Got Talent' stuff all over the country. And they just announced you're doing the YouTube search again.
Yeah, we're in Vegas for the narrowing down of the auditions. [The YouTube search] is gonna be fun -- that's exciting. We found Jackie Evancho on YouTube last year, so I'm pretty sure we'll find some extraordinary talent again this year.
Do you feel like you're always looking for something different each year, or does it stay the same?
It's kind of the same, but I feel like it's gotten more youthful this year ... the youth culture has been embraced on the show and infused by all the auditioners. There's a lot of young people coming out, so I'm really excited about that.
But he has no problem joking about it all -- to me and anyone who'll tune in and watch his first comedy special, 'Mr. Showbiz' (premieres Sat., May 14, 9PM on Showtime).
There's even a special sweet moment when he talks about how much he loves his wife ... and then jokes that he's set for life, before jumping into singing one of her many lucrative hit songs, 'Hero.'
Yeah, nothing is off limits. Other hot topics: his pal Kanye West, Eminem and where he uses conditioner. TMI? Maybe, but it's all in fun.
I caught up with Cannon to talk about life with Mariah, the controversy surrounding their new bundles of joy, the special and the next season of 'America's Got Talent.' Keep reading for more ...
Congratulations on the babies -- I feel like Mariah's been pregnant forever.
That bums me out! Like everybody thinks she was pregnant for a long time. Why do people think that?
Well there's been so much excitement!
She made the announcement in November, and it's May now -- that's not even nine months!
We are not patient people. [Laughs] You chose two very unique names -- Monroe and Moroccan -- how did you guys pick them?
Yeah, I heard the names have been causing quite the controversy as well. [Laughs] It's funny, I always say we had our names picked out very early on -- we picked one of the names like the first date that we had. But it's kind of weird that they stayed the same. Monroe, obviously, my wife has always been inspired by Marilyn Monroe ... she bought her priceless piano and all that stuff. And I just like the idea that is was more than just naming our daughter Marilyn. I think that would've been a little too cliché. Monroe is a very strong name -- it sounds really elegant.
And then Moroccan was kind of more my pick. When you think about Moroccan, it's kind of both of our names together -- Mariah and Nick together. And I always like the name Rock. Rock Cannon. It sounded like a strong name. We also have Moroccan rooms in our houses in L.A. and in New York. I've always thought that was kind of cool ... I actually proposed to my wife in the Moroccan room in New York, so it has a lot of symbolism. We like it a lot.I love that. Also with twins, realistically you could be done having kids now ...
Yeah, I think we are if you ask my wife. [Laughs] I keep threatening her with getting her pregnant again, and she doesn't like it. She doesn't think that's funny. I heard women are their most fertile after they have children ... [Laughs]
Watch yourself. Now your special is a lot of fun, but the footage in the beginning of you performing as a kid got me thinking: How is this your first comedy special?
I've had a lot of successful sidetracks as I call them. I've stumbled upon being a pretty good actor, being a pretty good businessman, a pretty good producer -- a lot of doors just opened up. But at the end of the day, my foundation is stand-up comedy. That's what I've always been. It's taken a while -- this has been a life-long dream for me, to get out there and do my own special -- so I'm excited about it.
Who are your comedy icons?
I mean, Eddie Murphy ... when I first saw 'Delirious' and 'Raw,' I said "Ooh, I can do that." Then once I got on the stage and started studying the craft, everyone from Richard Pryor to George Carlin to Robin Williams, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, all those people.
Well your style on stage is very fast -- you get in there, get a laugh and move on. What do you think are the funniest topics you hit on in this special?
Obviously being married to Mariah Carey. That's the hilarious topic I touch on. Everything from Kanye West to Eminem, the N-word, all that stuff. There are a few controversial things, but everything's done with a light heart.
And we learn a bit about you. You sneak food into movies -- just like us!
[Laughs] Yeah. Nothing's changed -- I'm the same old guy!
Except now you put conditioner on certain parts of your body ... that we won't talk about here.
Absolutely. It's good. [Laughs] I'm glad I discovered this thing called conditioner.
Well you definitely aren't afraid to get personal. Does Mariah ever get mad when you share stuff like that?
Not really. I mean, she has the greatest sense of humor ever, and she knows that I'll say anything -- I don't really care. I speak my mind, and I think that's what she loves about me. As much as I can be annoying at times, I think my authenticity is appreciated.
I mean, you compare your relationship with Mariah to being like Halle Berry with Soulja Boy! At least in people's minds.
[Laughs] It is! If you think about it, some people probably see it like that. I hold my wife up high on a pedestal, and sometimes I don't give myself enough credit, so I can see how people would take it like that.
You're already running around, doing 'America's Got Talent' stuff all over the country. And they just announced you're doing the YouTube search again.
Yeah, we're in Vegas for the narrowing down of the auditions. [The YouTube search] is gonna be fun -- that's exciting. We found Jackie Evancho on YouTube last year, so I'm pretty sure we'll find some extraordinary talent again this year.
Do you feel like you're always looking for something different each year, or does it stay the same?
It's kind of the same, but I feel like it's gotten more youthful this year ... the youth culture has been embraced on the show and infused by all the auditioners. There's a lot of young people coming out, so I'm really excited about that.
Mariah's Twins Out Of Intensive Care?
Mariah Carey's twins Moroccan and Monroe are out of neonatal intensive care and have been removed from oxygen.
A source tells X17online the twins, born ten days ago (April 30), were kept in the NICU unit 'round-the-clock until just days ago when they were allowed to make visits to their mother's private room at the Santa Monica hospital, with oxygen tanks in tow.
The source says mom and babies are doing well, "Nick is here all the time and he seems so relieved the babies are out of ICU. There's more movement in and out of Mariah's room now so it seems like they'll be packing up to go home shortly."
A source tells X17online the twins, born ten days ago (April 30), were kept in the NICU unit 'round-the-clock until just days ago when they were allowed to make visits to their mother's private room at the Santa Monica hospital, with oxygen tanks in tow.
The source says mom and babies are doing well, "Nick is here all the time and he seems so relieved the babies are out of ICU. There's more movement in and out of Mariah's room now so it seems like they'll be packing up to go home shortly."
Monday, May 9, 2011
Mariah's Twins Two Weeks Early?
A source tells X17online Mariah and Nick's twins were two weeks early and needed time in an incubator after the birth by Caesarean section. Moroccan and Monroe have just been taken out of the preemie unit and are now able to stay in a regular crib, in their month's private room.
Mariah, 42, is in the VIP room of a Santa Monica hospital and Nick has been at her side much of the time since the births a week ago.
Our source tells us:
"Nick is always doting on Mariah and bringing things into the room for her. He always looks happy no matter what the hour, no matter how little sleep he's gotten. This guy is definitely happy to be a dad."
The baby boy and girl are still hooked up to oxygen through nasal tubes but are doing well. We're told:
"Mariah and Nick's babies aren't experiencing anything abnormal -- most twins are premature. The couple is relaxed and they don't seem worried. Mariah must be resting and taking care of herself after the C-section. She hasn't been out of her room yet."
The family is expected to be in the hospital through the coming week.
Mariah, 42, is in the VIP room of a Santa Monica hospital and Nick has been at her side much of the time since the births a week ago.
Our source tells us:
"Nick is always doting on Mariah and bringing things into the room for her. He always looks happy no matter what the hour, no matter how little sleep he's gotten. This guy is definitely happy to be a dad."
The baby boy and girl are still hooked up to oxygen through nasal tubes but are doing well. We're told:
"Mariah and Nick's babies aren't experiencing anything abnormal -- most twins are premature. The couple is relaxed and they don't seem worried. Mariah must be resting and taking care of herself after the C-section. She hasn't been out of her room yet."
The family is expected to be in the hospital through the coming week.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Mariah and Nick Reveal Baby Names
Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon have finally revealed the names of their twins who were born in Los Angeles on Saturday.
Their son is named Moroccan Scott Cannon. Scott is Nick's middle name, as well as his grandmother's maiden name.
The top tier of Mariah's New York City apartment is called the Moroccan Room, because of the Moroccan-inspired decor. It's also the place where Nick proposed to his wife, overlooking Manhattan!
Their daughter's name is Monroe Cannon. Mariah's rep says she does not have a middle name because Mariah herself does not have one. Monroe was named after Marilyn Monroe, who has been an inspiration to Mariah her whole life.
In fact, Mariah purchased the Hollywood icon's white piano from Christie's auction house and it is in Mariah's will that the piano will one day go to the Smithsonian.
Mariah's rep, Cindi Berger, tells CNN, "It has been a long, emotional journey for this family, and I couldn't be happier for all of them."
Their son is named Moroccan Scott Cannon. Scott is Nick's middle name, as well as his grandmother's maiden name.
The top tier of Mariah's New York City apartment is called the Moroccan Room, because of the Moroccan-inspired decor. It's also the place where Nick proposed to his wife, overlooking Manhattan!
Their daughter's name is Monroe Cannon. Mariah's rep says she does not have a middle name because Mariah herself does not have one. Monroe was named after Marilyn Monroe, who has been an inspiration to Mariah her whole life.
In fact, Mariah purchased the Hollywood icon's white piano from Christie's auction house and it is in Mariah's will that the piano will one day go to the Smithsonian.
Mariah's rep, Cindi Berger, tells CNN, "It has been a long, emotional journey for this family, and I couldn't be happier for all of them."
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Mariah Grateful for Baby Well-Wishes
Two days after giving birth, new mom Mariah took to her Twitter to send her profuse thanks to everyone who offered their congratulatory messages and well-wishes on the birth of her twins.
Mariah also mentioned that she and Nick have decided on the babies' names but would like the fans to guess what they are before she reveals them! She is tweeting clues so log on to Twitter and send in your guesses!
"So we r bout 2 reveal the actual names and b4 we tell em 2 our friends etc. I had 2 C if any of the #lambily wanted 2 guess!!! And begin: ) LYM!!!!!!!!!!"
| "I wish I could personally thank all those around the world who continue 2 send congrats+prayers for #dembabies!they're doing great. And they are the most incredible gifts we could ever have imagined!" |
Mariah also mentioned that she and Nick have decided on the babies' names but would like the fans to guess what they are before she reveals them! She is tweeting clues so log on to Twitter and send in your guesses!
"So we r bout 2 reveal the actual names and b4 we tell em 2 our friends etc. I had 2 C if any of the #lambily wanted 2 guess!!! And begin: ) LYM!!!!!!!!!!"
Monday, May 2, 2011
Mariah, Nick Renew Vows in Hospital
A day after becoming parents to twins, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon renewed their vows with a hospital ceremony conducted by the Rev. Al Sharpton.
Saturday was the couple's third anniversary — and also the day when Carey gave birth to a girl and a boy in Los Angeles. On Sunday, Sharpton blessed the babies, and also presided over a ceremony where the couple renewed their vows.
Cannon tweeted words of thanks to the civil rights activist and said: "Yep we just had a wedding in the hospital!"
Sharpton tweeted that Carey looked "great" and that the babies are beautiful.
I am just leaving Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon. She had twins yesterday on their 3 rd anniversary. I had prayer with them and the babies.
I also conducted the renewal of their vows and the blessing of the newborn twins. Mariah looks GREAT, and the babies are beautiful.
I am so moved by the sincere spiritual commitment of Mariah and Nick. They have not let success separate them from GOD. I am so proud.
Headed 2 NY on red eye 2 discuss Bin Laden's death on air. Glad I came 2 LA 2 pray for @MariahCarey & @NickCannon twins & 2 renew their vows
Saturday was the couple's third anniversary — and also the day when Carey gave birth to a girl and a boy in Los Angeles. On Sunday, Sharpton blessed the babies, and also presided over a ceremony where the couple renewed their vows.
Cannon tweeted words of thanks to the civil rights activist and said: "Yep we just had a wedding in the hospital!"
Sharpton tweeted that Carey looked "great" and that the babies are beautiful.
I am just leaving Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon. She had twins yesterday on their 3 rd anniversary. I had prayer with them and the babies.
I also conducted the renewal of their vows and the blessing of the newborn twins. Mariah looks GREAT, and the babies are beautiful.
I am so moved by the sincere spiritual commitment of Mariah and Nick. They have not let success separate them from GOD. I am so proud.
Headed 2 NY on red eye 2 discuss Bin Laden's death on air. Glad I came 2 LA 2 pray for @MariahCarey & @NickCannon twins & 2 renew their vows
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