Nick Cannon is candidly sharing his mental health journey after being diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). In an interview with People published on Thursday, the 44-year-old comedian revealed that he has come to terms with his diagnosis and is seeking help as part of his healing process.
“I still don’t understand it all the way, but I kind of always wanted to get tested for it,” Cannon explained, acknowledging that he had long suspected he might be struggling with narcissism. “I did a bunch of tests,” he continued, noting that he had been diagnosed with ADHD in the past and had dealt with dyslexia as a child. Cannon added that his awareness of being a “neurodivergent individual” helped him realize his need for further mental health evaluation.
Cannon’s revelation comes just weeks after he disclosed his NPD diagnosis on his Counsel Culture podcast. During the November 8 episode, which featured psychologist Dr. Cheyenne Bryant as a guest, he openly discussed his condition, explaining that he had done extensive research on narcissism. “I’ve taken all the power away from the term narcissism because I’ve researched it, and I understand it,” Cannon said. “Call me whatever you want… now, if I didn’t know what it was, then I’d have an issue with it.”
Despite the complexities of his diagnosis, Cannon expressed a desire to use his experiences to help others. “There are so many labels out there, but to be able to embrace it and say, ‘Look, I’m healing. I need help. Show me,’” he shared with People. “I embrace mental health and therapy in such a strong way.” Cannon emphasised that he views his journey of healing as an opportunity to lead by example, particularly for others who may be facing similar challenges.
Cannon’s openness about his mental health struggles comes at a time when the comedian, known for his role as the host of America’s Got Talent and as a father of 12, is committed to using his platform to de-stigmatize therapy and self-improvement. By sharing his journey, he hopes to inspire others to seek help and embrace their healing processes.