Snoop Dogg (b. 1971)

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Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., known professionally as Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, songwriter, and actor. A key figure in West Coast hip-hop, he helped define G-funk and gangsta rap, and is often regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. Known for his signature drawled delivery and melodic flow, his lyrics frequently address social issues such as recreational drug use and gun violence.

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The story of Snoop Dogg, told in moments.

1971 Birth

Born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. in Long Beach, California. His mother nicknamed him "Snoopy" because he loved the Peanuts cartoon. Started rapping in sixth grade. Joined the Rollin' 20s Crips as a teenager and was arrested multiple times.

Your mother nicknamed you Snoopy because you loved Peanuts. Did that name save you? Long Beach, California. Was the neighborhood as dangerous as the music made it sound?

1993 Event

Released Doggystyle, his debut album produced by Dr. Dre. It debuted at number one with 806,000 copies sold in the first week. "Gin and Juice" and "What's My Name?" became West Coast anthems.

Doggystyle debuted at number one. Were you ready for that level of fame? Dr. Dre produced it. Was he the only one who understood your vision?

1996 Event

Acquitted of murder charges in the shooting death of Philip Woldemariam. His bodyguard had pulled the trigger. The trial lasted three months. Snoop left Death Row Records shortly after.

Acquitted of murder charges. Did the trial change you? Was fear a constant in those early years?

2022 Event

Performed at the Super Bowl halftime show alongside Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, and Mary J. Blige. The NFL had long avoided hip-hop for halftime. Snoop took a knee during his performance.

Super Bowl halftime with Dre, Eminem, Kendrick. Was that a victory lap? Did that stage feel like hip-hop s coronation?

2024 Event

Served as a special correspondent for NBC at the Paris Olympics. Carried the Olympic torch through Saint-Denis. Went viral dancing with dressage horses. Somehow became America's Olympic mascot at 52.

Olympic correspondent for NBC. Carrying the torch. How did Snoop Dogg become America s uncle? Was the transformation from gangsta rapper to national treasure deliberate?

In Their Own Words (13)

The revolution will be televised.

"Welcome to the world of the Plastic Beach", Plastic Beach by Gorillaz (2010)., 2010

Fuck Bill O'Reilly. He's a muthafucking prick.

Mr. D, why is you doin' the Big Nasty on my bed?!

I had to shake the spot cause the game got crowded I'm devoted and quote it, I'm rowdy and bout it A No Limit Soldier, and happy to shout it.

If the ride is more fly, you must buy

Artifacts (15)

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Tha Doggfather: The Times, Trials, And Hardcore Truths Of Snoop Dogg

This is a tale of a young man's struggle against a system that consigned him to a destiny of poverty, crime, and hopelessness from birth. Set against the mean streets of L.A.'s South Bay 'hoods, the...

1999

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Love Don't Live Here No More: A Novel

An international hip-hop star presents a first installment in a new series about a talented young musical performer who struggles for survival in some of southern California's most disadvantaged...

2006

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Love Don't Live Here No More: Book One of Doggy Tales

A talented young musical performer struggles for survival in some of southern California's most disadvantaged neighborhoods, an effort that is complicated by his drug entanglements.

2007

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Snoop Dogg: Reincarnated

The story of Snoop’s musical and spiritual journey to Jamaica, reaching its culmination during the recording of his most recent album and captured in VICE and Snoopadelic Films documentary...

2013

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From Crook to Cook: Platinum Recipes from Tha Boss Dogg's Kitchen

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • More than 1.5 million copies sold! Looking for cookbooks with a little more personality? Welcome to tha Boss Dogg's Kitchen. The first cookbook and recipe book from Tha...

2018

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Snoop Dogg Presents Goon with the Spoon

The follow-up to From Crook to Cook, this next-level cookbook is all about cooking for a crowd and bringing together memorable meals for any occasion, with 65+ recipes from rappers Snoop Dogg and...

2023

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Snoop Presents Goon with the Spoon: A Cookbook

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The follow-up to From Crook to Cook, this next-level cookbook is all about bringing together memorable meals for any occasion, with 65+ recipes from rappers Snoop Dogg and...

2023

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Snoop Dogg’s Treats to Eat: 55 Recipes for Baking With (or Without) Weed

From master “baker” Snoop Dogg comes his first baking book! Featuring 55 recipes that can be made with or without weed. Following the success of his #1 New York Times bestseller From Crook to Cook...

2025

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one of the finest and bravest officers I have ever served with.

ing the Champagne-Marne offensive and counter-offensive campaigns was noted by General Gouraud when he said MacArthur was "one of the finest and bravest officers I have ever served with." === Battle...

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It was a lesson I never forgot. Preparedness is the key to success and victory.

ected. He later passed the examination for an appointment from Congressman Theobald Otjen. He later wrote: "It was a lesson I never forgot. Preparedness is the key to success and victory." MacArthur...

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