Nick Cannon shares the story of how he lost $20,000 to DDG in a thrilling game of spades.

  • Cannon believed DDG had never played spades before, only to find out he was hustled.
  • DDG brought a friend who distracted Cannon’s partner, Courtney Bee.
  • Confidently, Cannon bet $10,000 per person, thinking it was easy money.
  • The game ended with Cannon and Bee realizing they had been outsmarted.

In a candid chat with HipHopDX, Nick Cannon recounted an unforgettable game of spades that left him $20,000 lighter. The iconic show host explained how YouTube sensation and rapper DDG tricked him into thinking he was a novice at the game. Cannon, feeling invincible, didn’t hesitate to bet $10,000 each, sure that victory was in the bag.

However, things took an unexpected turn. DDG came prepared, bringing along a friend who caught the eye of Cannon’s spades partner, Courtney Bee. “He was cute. Got a little distracted,” Courtney confessed. The duo’s distraction turned out to be costly.

As the game progressed, it became clear that DDG and his accomplice had orchestrated an elaborate hustle. “They hustled us,” Courtney concluded, acknowledging their unexpected loss. Cannon admitted, “DDG came over here talking about he had never played spades before. He lied.” The realization of being duped was a hard pill to swallow for Cannon and Bee.

Meanwhile, in other news, Nick Cannon recently opened up about his son’s autism diagnosis. Sharing the news on Instagram, Cannon and Abby De La Rosa, his partner, highlighted the significance of World Autism Awareness Day for their family. Their two-year-old son, Zillion, was recently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a developmental disability that affects brain function and behavior.


Cannon and De La Rosa shared their journey, emphasizing their commitment to understanding and supporting Zillion. They mentioned influential figures like Nikola Tesla and Albert Einstein, who are believed to have had autism, hoping to inspire other families. “Our beautiful boy experiences life in 4D and teaches us something new every day,” they wrote, spreading a message of love and acceptance.

In addition to Zillion, Nick and Abby also have twins, Zillion and Zion, and a daughter, Beautiful. The family’s story and their support for autism awareness have resonated with many, offering hope and solidarity to others facing similar challenges.

Nick Cannon’s spades game with DDG may have cost him $20,000, but it certainly left a lasting impression.

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