Mariah Carey is marking a milestone moment as her twins, Monroe and Moroccan, officially turn 15 on April 30, 2026.
The singer, who often refers to her twins as “Dem Babies,” often revisits moments from throughout their childhood on social media, highlighting everything from early family portraits to holiday traditions and onstage appearances.
The nickname, which has followed Monroe and Moroccan since infancy, has become shorthand for Carey’s close bond with her children and her playful, affectionate parenting style.
Carey shares Monroe and Moroccan with ex-husband Nick Cannon. The former couple welcomed the twins in 2011 after marrying in 2008, and despite their split in 2014 and divorce in 2016, they have maintained a co-parenting relationship centered on stability for their children. Over the years, both have spoken about prioritizing communication and consistency as their family has evolved.
According to People, Carey often reflects on raising the twins, acknowledging both the challenges and rewards. “They’re a lot, but they give me so much love in return. I wouldn’t be the same person without them,” she said, adding that she and Cannon have managed to “stay friends” to support their kids.
The birthday tribute also underscores how much Monroe and Moroccan have grown up in the public eye. From their first introduction during a televised interview shortly after birth to attending major events like the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards and even joining Carey onstage during her tours, the twins have been present for many of their mother’s career milestones.
The moment arrives months after Monroe made headlines for clarifying her place within her father’s extended family. In a social media post, she explained that while she has several younger half-siblings through Cannon, Moroccan is her only full sibling, writing, “I only have ONE brother… I do have other half siblings from my dad but they are all many many years younger than me!”
