Nick Cannon recently responded with compassion to shocking accusations made by Orlando Brown, his former co-star on That’s So Raven. On December 1, Brown, during a Twitch livestream hosted by Deshae Frost, made a series of disturbing claims, alleging that Cannon had engaged in inappropriate behavior with him. In the video, Brown, 37, made startling statements that seemed to imply Cannon had performed oral sex on him, using explicit language. His outburst included the declaration, “Nick, you sucked my d—, and don’t you ever forget it!”
The comments were a bizarre moment in the ongoing saga surrounding Brown, who has often been in the media spotlight for controversial reasons. Brown’s tirade continued with further accusations against Cannon, and he even targeted other celebrities, including Cannon’s ex-wife Mariah Carey and comedian Kevin Hart. Brown alleged that Cannon’s relationship with Carey had ended due to lies, and he hinted at odd behavior between Cannon and Hart, making cryptic remarks about “sending animals” to each other.
Despite the shock value of Brown’s claims, Nick Cannon, responded with empathy and understanding. Cannon addressed the situation in the comments of a Hollywood Unlocked post, expressing that he still cared deeply for Brown. Cannon stated,
“Man I love this brother Orlando! Sincerely, I believe this young man is brilliant and beyond talented! It hurts me to see him crash out like this and truly disappointed in all these media outlets who continue to exploit him.”
This message, though deleted later, showed that Cannon’s feelings toward Brown were rooted in a desire to see him succeed and get better, despite the troubling outbursts.Orlando Brown’s behavior has been widely scrutinized in recent years. Best known for his role as Eddie Thomas on That’s So Raven, Brown’s life took a turbulent turn following the end of the show. His struggles with addiction, mental health, and legal issues have made headlines, including a 2022 arrest for threatening a relative with a hammer and a knife. In February 2023, Brown pled guilty to criminal damaging and was sentenced to 60 days in jail, though much of his sentence was suspended.
In addition to legal problems, Brown has been open about his battle with substance abuse, particularly crystal meth. During an appearance on The Dr. Phil Show in 2018, Brown shared his personal struggles, discussing his addiction to drugs and alcohol and the mental toll they had taken on him. He also revealed a large tattoo of Raven-Symoné’s face on his neck and chest, which further demonstrated the complicated relationship he had with his co-stars and his own past.
While the claims made by Brown are certainly unsettling, they underscore a deeper pattern of erratic behavior that has followed the actor since his days on That’s So Raven. Brown’s journey, filled with highs and lows, paints a picture of a young man who found success early but struggled to maintain it due to personal demons.
For Cannon, who has built a career hosting various entertainment programs, including The Masked Singer, his response to the allegations represents a maturity that comes with experience. By choosing not to escalate the situation and instead offering compassion and support, Cannon showed an admirable level of patience and understanding for someone who has clearly been through significant personal turmoil. It remains to be seen how this will all unfold, but it’s clear that both men have had difficult journeys in their respective careers and personal lives.
