The famous American rapper Snoop Dogg has been in the limelight since the 1990s when he first featured on American rapper and producer Dr. Dre’s debut solo single Deep Cover as well as his debut solo album The Chronic. The success of these works paved the way for Snoop Dogg to reach the top as well as releasing his debut album Doggystyle and his subsequent albums and songs. He’s been able to sell over 23 million albums in the United States alone and 35 million worldwide.
Snoop Dogg Biography
Originally Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr, Snoop Dogg was born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California in the United States of America as the second child of his mom, Beverly Tate’s three sons. His dad Vernell Varnadoa, a former military man who served during the Vietnam war, as well as a singer and mail carrier, neglected his family at a time when the rapper was only three months old. Due to this, Broadus was named after his stepfather Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr. His mom’s marriage with his stepdad didn’t stand the test of time as the two adults divorced in 1975 when Snoop was still young only for years old. Growing up, the 51-year-old entertainer was raised in a solid Christian home and was actively engaged in activities in the church at Golgotha Trinity Baptist Church where he was a singer and played piano. Snoop discovered his passion for rapping at a young age when he was in sixth grade. He had his high school education at Long Beach Polytechnic High School.
He joined the bad group Rollin’ 20s Crips gang and was engaged in unlawful acts as a teenager, landing him trouble most at times.
In 1992, he started his career in music and worked with rapper and producer Dr. Dre. He was featured on Dr. Dre’s song Deep Cover and as well on his debut solo album The Chronic. The feature became a trump card for him with the release of his debut album Doggystyle which became a commercial success. Moving forward, he released numerous albums some of which are Tha Doggfather, Tha Last Meal, No Limit Top Dogg, Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told, Ego Trippin’, Tha Blue Carpet Treatment, and R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece.
Apart from his role in the music industry as a rapper, he’s known for other careers in the entertainment industry as an actor and reality tv star. He’s appeared in films like The Wash, Bones, Mac, Devin Go to High School, Half Baked, Training Day, Starsky & Hutch, and Brüno. As a reality tv star, he’s made appearances on lots of shows some of which are, Doggy Fizzle Televizzle, Dogg After Dark, Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood, King of the Hill, Las Vegas, and Monk.
Is Snoop Dogg alive?
Yes. The 51-year-old California native is still alive and doing well contrary to fake celebrity reports that he has passed on.
Snoop Dogg’s Age, Birthday, Zodiac sign
Presently, Snoop who was born on October 20, 1971, is 51 years old. His zodiac sign indicates he’s a Libra.
Is Snoop Dogg married?
Yes. Broadus is in a union with his beloved lover Snahte Broadus. The two who were lovers since High School moved their love to another level as they were able to groom it to the peak, ending up as a couple. Even though there have been ups and downs in their marriage which nearly ended their union after Shante filed for divorce in 2004 her reason being irreconcilable differences, the two lovers were able to work things out and renew their vows on January 12, 2008. They remain a couple to date after tying the knot on June 14, 1997.
Apart from his marriage, he was in a relationship with Laurie Holmond whom he has a child.
Snoop Dogg children
The Doggystyle hitmaker has four children in all. His first three children are from his wife Shane Broadus whilst his youngest child and son he had with his lover Laurie Holmond. They are Cordé, Cordell, Cori, and Julian Corrie Broadus.
Snoop Dogg’s Net Worth
As it stands the father of four has a net worth estimated to be $165 million which he earns from his multiple careers apart from music.
