Snoop Dogg Born: West Coast Rap Icon Enters the World
Snoop Dogg emerged from Long Beach with a laid-back delivery that defined West Coast G-funk after his debut Doggystyle became the first album to enter the Billboard charts at number one. His four-decade career transcended hip-hop through acting, television hosting, and brand partnerships, making him one of the most recognizable entertainers on the planet.
October 20, 1971
55 years ago
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