Mike Epps is a comedian known for his humor, but for his seven children-six daughters and one son-he plays the role of dad.
At a Glance
- Mike Epps has seven children, born between 1993 and 2021.
- He shares moments with them on Instagram and at public events.
- The family includes daughters Bria, Makayla, Moriah, Madison, River, Indiana, and son Mike Jr.
- Why it matters: Fans see the comedian’s personal side and the generational legacy he’s building.
Mike Epps’s family life is a blend of comedy, parenting, and public appearances. From his first daughter in 1993 to his youngest son in 2021, he’s been an active dad, sharing milestones and humor with his audience.
The Kids, by Birthdate
| Child | Birthdate | Age (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Bria | May 9, 1993 | 31 |
| Makayla | Aug. 4, 1999 | 24 |
| Moriah | Feb. 23, 2005 | 19 |
| Madison | Feb. 12, 2007 | 17 |
| River | Dec. 15, 2007 | 16 |
| Indiana | Mar. 12, 2020 | 4 |
| Mike Jr. | Sept. 22, 2021 | 3 |
Daughters
- Bria: Firstborn, 31, attended his high-school graduation in 2016.
- Makayla: 24, celebrated her 19th birthday with a photo in 2018.
- Moriah: 19, graduated from The Buckley School in 2023 and studied at the University of Paris.
- Madison: 17, a straight-A student who attended prom in 2024.
- River: 16, celebrated her 16th birthday in 2023.
- Indiana: 4, welcomed in 2020 during the pandemic.
Son
- Mike Jr.: 3, born in 2021, has already joined his dad onstage in July 2024.
Shared Moments
- In 2016, Epps posted a selfie with Bria on Instagram for her 16th birthday.
- He shared a backstage photo with Bria and her friends at a Georgia show in 2022.
- Makayla attended the premiere of Fifty Shades of Black in January 2016, matching her dad in all-black attire.
- Moriah’s mother posted a throwback photo of her on her 16th birthday in 2021.
- Madison was at the 2013 Radio Disney Awards with her dad and celebrated her 17th birthday with family photos in 2023.
- River and Indiana were photographed together in swimsuits in March 2023.
- Indiana’s first birthday was celebrated on Instagram in 2021, and her 4th birthday photos were shared in 2024.
- Mike Jr. performed a joke at a comedy show in July 2024.
Family Milestones
- Bria: Became a grandmother when her daughter Skylar was born.
- Moriah: Studied law in Paris and earned a degree.
- Madison: Attended prom in April 2024.
- River: Celebrated her 16th birthday with a tribute post in 2023.
- Indiana: Shared a post about her karate practice with Mike Jr. in 2024.
- Mike Jr.: Joined his dad onstage in July 2024, telling a joke to the audience.
Quotes from the Family
- “My mother cried every day. A woman can’t control a little boy that much,” Epps joked. “You think they can, but it’s like dealing with a little man. I think the gene pool switched up. I had all the girls that she wanted!”
- “Happy 50th Birthday to the coolest dad a girl can have! I love you for all that you are! I’m so proud to be your daughter,” Bria wrote for his 50th birthday.
- “Happy birthday to my beautiful smart and talented daughter, man time flies! Happy birthday and love you!!” he wrote for Makayla’s 19th birthday.
- “Happy Sweet 16 Birthday Moriah!!! To my first born. You have grown up so fast,” McCain posted.
- “Happy birthday to my baby girl Madison Epps straight A student funny & cool big 17 years old I am very proud of you and happy to be your Dad keep being vibrant in your beautiful existence love you,” he wrote.
- “Happy birthday river sweet 16 … love you enjoy your day baby girl,” Epps captioned a selfie.
- “My first full year as a mother, and I can honestly say from my heart it is the best thing I’ve ever known,” Kyra said for Indiana’s first birthday.
- “Son, we prayed for you!!! You have officially rocked our world, Mama loves you so much,” Kyra wrote for Mike Jr.’s birth.
- “My kids are beautiful. I had a son on the day my mother died … He look just like my mama, man, I swear,” Epps told the All the Smoke podcast in 2024.
Legacy in the Making
Epps’s family background is rich: his grandmother had 11 children and his mother had eight sons and one daughter. He credits this large family for shaping his comedic timing and parenting style. With each child, he shares laughter and life lessons, keeping the legacy alive.
Fans can follow his Instagram for the latest family updates and see how the comedian balances stage time with dad time. The family’s milestones-from birthdays to graduations-continue to be celebrated publicly, offering a glimpse into the life behind the jokes.
