Cam Newton is known for breaking records on the field, but off the field, he’s setting a different kind of mark—fatherhood. The former NFL MVP and Super Bowl finalist, who already has eight children, made it clear that he’s open to having even more.
Speaking with PEOPLE during Super Bowl week, Newton didn’t hold back when asked about his growing family:
“Did I tell you I want more? I don’t know, however much that God gives me.”
Newton’s parenting journey has been anything but conventional. He shares four children with ex-partner Kia Proctor—sons Chosen Sebastian, Camidas Swain, Cashmere Saint, and daughter Sovereign-Dior Cambella. He also has a son, Caesar, with LaReina Shaw, and an unnamed daughter with his current partner, comedian Jasmin Brown. Additionally, Newton has embraced two stepchildren: Shakira, from Proctor’s previous relationship, and Jaden, from Shaw’s.
While many fans celebrate his dedication to fatherhood, Newton has also been candid about the challenges that come with it.
Family Tensions: Cam Newton Opens Up on Struggles
Despite his confident persona on the field, Newton recently got vulnerable about the emotional struggles of being a father—particularly how his past decisions have impacted his relationships with his children.
During a recent episode of Special Forces, the FOX reality show that puts celebrities through grueling military-style training, Newton reflected on how having a child outside of his relationship created deep family tension:
“We had just moved into a house, and everything was kind of perfect from the outside in. And my relationship with my oldest daughter has suffered.”
He admitted that the disconnect with his daughter has been a painful experience:
“All she kept asking was, ‘Yo, why?’… I’m still dealing with that resentment. So if I can heal that, then that’s the start. We have our disconnects, but I just want my children to know that their dad cares.”
For fans who have followed Newton’s career, this emotional moment revealed a different side of the former Panthers quarterback—one that goes beyond touchdowns and highlight reels.
Cam Newton’s Special Forces Exit: Was Ego His Downfall?
Newton’s journey on Special Forces ended on a disappointing note when he was eliminated in the final episode after failing the interrogation challenge. While he’s widely respected for his physical dominance and competitive spirit, former Navy SEAL Jovon “Q” Quarles suggested that Newton’s biggest obstacle wasn’t his body—it was his mindset.
Speaking with TooFab, Quarles broke down Newton’s struggles:
“He’s that guy that struggles with it, I’m sure, with taking command from someone else that he may think is lesser than him or is not on his level in general aspect. But he would have got through it for sure, I think, if he would have been able to settle in and just understand this is what we’ve gone through, we’ve all done this.”
Ultimately, the season wrapped with model-influencer Kayla Nicole—known for her past relationship with Travis Kelce—and reality TV star Brody Jenner, the son of Caitlyn Jenner, emerging as co-winners.
Cam Newton’s Legacy: More Than Just Football
Newton’s legacy in the NFL is already cemented—his record-setting performances, MVP title, and unforgettable run to Super Bowl 50 make him one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in history. But beyond football, his journey as a father, reality TV contestant, and public figure continues to evolve.
Whether it’s his unfiltered approach to parenting or his competitive drive—even in the face of failure—Cam Newton remains one of the most intriguing personalities in sports and entertainment. And if his words are anything to go by, his family might still be growing.
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