Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon have one of the most vocal, entertaining relationships that the entertainment industry has ever seen, and the two of them routinely engage in hysterical social media interactions that keep fans entertained and also provide them with sidesplitting humor. It would be difficult to watch television or tune in to social media without seeing these two embattled in a prank war or making fun of one another to some capacity.
It's apparent that their friendship has been a long-lasting one, especially considering they've managed to keep their relationship intact after trolling one another online in the most public ways possible. There's an interesting dynamic between these two independently successful comedians and powerhouses, and it's clear to see that they both play important roles in one another's lives.
- 10 How Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Met
- 9 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Shared Struggles And Dreams
- 8 Jealousy Between Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon
- 7 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Brotherhood
- 6 They Support One Another Through Hard Times
- 5 They Accept One Another For Who They Are
- 4 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Have Each Other's Backs
- 3 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Prank War
- 2 Kevin Hart's Nickname For Nick Cannon
- 1 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Really Are Friends
10 How Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Met
These two funny-makers go way back. They've been friends well before either of them had tasted fame, and one of the most incredible aspects of their relationship is that they can both understand where the other has come from. They first met one another well over 20 years ago, and neither of them had carved out as successful an entertainment career at that time. Cannon has looked back at the early days of their friendship with appreciation, saying it all happened "....before the planes and the movies. We were standing outside comedy clubs trying to figure it out...It goes so far back to the beginning."
9 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Shared Struggles And Dreams
Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart truly understand one another's struggles, which makes their bond stronger and more significant than other relationships they have. They were both trying to make ends meet by working comedy clubs and seeking fame. They both rose to the top and are now wildly successful in their careers, and they both have faced serious health struggles and moments of adversity. Thankfully, they've had one another to share their struggles and dreams within a trusted friendship.
8 Jealousy Between Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon
Kevin Hart admits experiencing a little bit of envy towards Nick Cannon when he noticed his friend's career was blowing up faster than his was. During a recent interview, Hart revealed, "There was a high amount of envy early on in our careers. I remember you were clicking so fast. You were putting the beads together so quick.” Of course, that seems to have all balanced out in the end, with each of these men surging to the uppermost levels of fame and fortune.
7 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Brotherhood
If there's anything that's overtly apparent about the relationship between Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon, it's the fact that their bond reflects more of a brotherhood than it does a friendship. They are truly fond of one another and would do anything to help and support the other in a time of need. Outside the jokes and pranks, it's evident that Hart and Cannon are connected in a way that makes the more like family than simply friends.
6 They Support One Another Through Hard Times
Despite their successful careers and enormous wealth, both Cannon and Hart have faced adversity and have come face to face with serious challenges in their lives. They have both endured emotional, mental, and physical struggles that only the other could understand.
An example lies in Nick Cannon's obsession with pushing himself through extreme physical fitness to overcome his Lupus, that nearly took his life. Hart can relate on a similar level. He faced serious injuries after his car accident in 2019 and threw himself into grueling workout routines as a method of healing after extensive surgery.
5 They Accept One Another For Who They Are
They may not always agree with one another, but Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon will always accept one another unconditionally. Both Hart and Cannon have made life choices that may not be aligned with the other person's mode of thinking, but at the end of the day, they are willing to accept one another and support one another's journey. This non-judgmental friendship has helped both of them find comfort in some much-needed moments.
4 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Have Each Other's Backs
Not only will Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon accept one another, they'll also defend one another to the bitter end. This aspect of their relationship was recently put to the test when the media was buzzing about Nick Cannon expecting another baby with a different baby mama.
Hart came forward to silence the buzz by fiercely defending his friend. "I think, at the end of the day, this is this man's life, and obviously the people that are involved around his life, they are all happy with what they're building. It's nobody else's business," said Hart.
3 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon's Prank War
Cannon and Hart seem to always be pranking one another, and they're not afraid of pushing the boundaries with their endless jokes, pranks, and hysterical trolling. Hart has taken their ongoing prank war to a whole other level by recently buying Cannon a vending machine that dispenses condoms, as a dig about his many children.
Cannon has previously sent a real, live, lama to Kevin Hart's house for his birthday celebration. No matter the occasion, Hart and Cannon find a way to make one another laugh, and the prank wars show no signs of ending anytime soon.
2 Kevin Hart's Nickname For Nick Cannon
Every good friendship has some sort of nickname thrown into the mix, and this one happens to be part of the trolling between Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon. These days, Kevin Hart admits to foregoing Nick's first and last name, and simply calling him 'Myrtle' instead. Fans were only confused for a split-second, before Hart revealed the hysterical connection to the nickname, by going on to elaborate a bit more. Myrtle is short for 'Fertile Myrtle' ... and so the trolling continues.
1 Kevin Hart And Nick Cannon Really Are Friends
These best buds sure know how to have a good time, but aside from all the jokes and endless laughter that makes their friendship so unique, they both give credit to the other by expressing their bond as being very "real." In a world where everyone they meet is living life in the fast lane, and so much of what they're surrounded by is fake and part of the Hollywood facade, Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart have a truly real relationship. Hart says, “The days before the success grew for both of us. We were hungry and ambitious entertainers. It’s a real relationship. This is our real reality. Not only do we find happiness in it, but I think there’s just pure joy in having a real relationship."