Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., was born in Long Beach, California to his parents Vernall Varnando and Beverly Broadus. His father left when he was a newborn, and he was named after his stepfather, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr. He was nicknamed Snoopy by his parents due to him having similar characteristics to the character from Peanuts in his young age.

Snoop Lion, also known as Snoop Doggy Dogg, was born as Calvin Cordozar Broadus in Los Angeles, California. He was given the nickname 'Snoopy' by his mother due to his resemblance to the character from the Peanuts comic strip.

During his teenage years, Snoop Dogg became associated with the Rollin' 20 Crips gang in the Eastside of Long Beach.

In sixth grade, Snoop Dogg ventured into the world of rap music, marking the beginning of his iconic career in the music industry.

Snoop Dogg was heavily involved in gang life in 1990, leading to multiple arrests for drug possession and a period of time spent in prison during his young adult life.

In 1991, Snoop Dogg auditioned for Death Row Records after Dr. Dre was impressed by one of his early solo freestyles. This audition led to Snoop Dogg signing with the label.

Dr. Dre started collaborating with Snoop Dogg, initially on the soundtrack of the 1992 movie 'Deep Cover' and later on Dr. Dre's first solo album 'The Chronic'.

Snoop Dogg's debut album 'Doggystyle' was released in late 1993, a year after his debut, and became a huge success. The album was entirely produced by Dr. Dre, who was a rapper and producer at the time.

Snoop Dogg's son Cordé was born on August 21, 1994.

On July 6, 1995, Doggy Style Records, Inc., a record label founded by Snoop Dogg, was officially registered with the California Secretary of State.

Snoop Dogg and his bodyguard were acquitted of first-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Philip Woldermariam, a member of a rival gang, in 1996. Johnnie Cochran defended them.

Snoop Dogg's son Cordell was born on February 21, 1997.

On June 12, 1997, Snoop Dogg married his high school sweetheart, Shante Taylor.

Snoop Dogg married his high school girlfriend, Shante Taylor, on June 14, 1997.

In August 1998, Snoop Dogg released his third album, marking a significant change in his career after facing challenges with his second album in the previous year.

Snoop Dogg's daughter Cori was born on June 22, 1999.

Snoop Dogg signed a record deal with Master P's No Limit Records and released his album 'Da Game Is To Be Sold, Not To Be Told'.

In 2002, Snoop Dogg released the album 'Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$' on Priority/Capitol/EMI, selling over 1,310,000 copies. The album featured hit singles like 'From tha Chuuuch to da Palace' and 'Beautiful', showcasing his evolving musical style.

Snoop Dogg made a surprising announcement on Saturday Night Live (SNL) that he was quitting rap. Despite this decision, it marked a significant moment in his career and legacy.

On May 21, 2004, Snoop Dogg filed for divorce from his wife Shante Taylor, citing irreconcilable differences.

On May 15, 2006, Snoop Dogg was denied entry to the United Kingdom by the Home Office due to vandalism charges. His British visa was also denied the following year. Despite the ban, he was allowed back into the UK in March 2010 after Queen Elizabeth II reportedly overturned the decision.

On July 7, 2007, Snoop Dogg made a memorable performance at the Live Earth concert in Hamburg.

Snoop Dogg renewed his vows with his wife Shante Taylor on January 12, 2008.

On December 8, 2009, Snoop Dogg released his tenth studio album 'Malice n Wonderland'. The album featured the first single 'Gangsta Luv' which peaked at No.35 on the Billboard Hot 100.

In 2010, Snoop Dogg collaborated with Katy Perry on the hit single 'California Gurls' from her album 'Teenage Dream'. The song was released on May 7, 2010.

On October 26, 2010, Snoop Dogg backed American recording artist Emii on her second single 'Mr. Romeo'. This collaboration followed the success of their previous song 'Magic'.

Snoop Dogg collaborated with Tech N9ne on the track 'Pornographic' from the album All 6's and 7's, which also featured E-40 and Krizz Kaliko. The album was released on June 7, 2011.

Snoop Dogg introduced a new stage name, Snoop Lion, after being rechristened by a Rastafari priest in Jamaica. This change marked a shift towards a reggae persona and a new musical direction.

Snoop Dogg announced a documentary titled Reincarnated along with his studio album of the same name. The documentary was released in March 2013, followed by the album in April 2013 under the pseudonym Snoop Lion.

In June 2014, Snoop Dogg collaborated with PSY, the South Korean artist known for 'Gangnam Style,' on the song 'Hangover.' This collaboration brought together two international music icons and garnered significant attention.

After performing in Uppsala, Sweden, Snoop Dogg was pulled over and detained by Swedish police for suspected drug use. Despite testing positive for narcotics, the charges were dropped due to lack of evidence linking the drug use to his time in Sweden.

On March 30, 2016, reports surfaced that Snoop was contemplating buying the bankrupt Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles chain, known for its soul food.

Following the tragic shooting of five police officers in Dallas on July 7, 2016, Snoop Dogg, along with The Game, organized a peaceful march to the Los Angeles Police Department headquarters as part of the 'Operation H.U.N.T.' initiative, aiming to address police brutality and promote dialogue between communities and law enforcement.

Snoop Dogg acknowledged K-pop as his guilty pleasure and praised AleXa's performances in the genre. He expressed admiration for the K-pop scene and AleXa's talent, stating that he felt the best person and song won.

On October 24, 2021, Snoop Dogg's mother, Beverly Tate, passed away.

On March 7, 2022, Snoop joined FaZe Clan and became a member of their Board of Directors, a significant move in his involvement in the gaming and esports community.

Snoop Dogg has a long history of collaborations and interactions with the K-Pop industry, from early crossover days to producing Hot 100 hits. His strong connection and love for Korea are evident through his musical endeavors.

On December 19, 2022, Snoop Dogg conducted a poll asking if he should 'run Twitter', with 81% of 2.3 million users voting in favor, showcasing his social media influence.

In 2023, Snoop Dogg announced via social media that he was 'giving up smoke' after much consideration, which later turned out to be an ad for a smokeless fire pit.

On February 16, 2024, Snoop Dogg's brother, Bing Worthington, passed away at the age of 44.

In March 2024, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and 50 Cent came together to pay tribute to Dr. Dre, showcasing a moment of unity and respect among these influential figures in the music industry.