Snoop Dogg Biography
Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr. was born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California. He was discovered by Dr. Dre and rose to fame with Doggystyle in 1993, one of the best-selling rap albums in history. He has maintained cultural relevance for over three decades and became a viral NBC commentator at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Personal Life
Who are Snoop Dogg's parents?
Vernell Varnado, Beverly Broadus
Was Snoop Dogg married?
| Name | Married | Divorced |
|---|---|---|
| Shante Taylor | 1997 | 2004 |
| Shante Taylor | 2008 | N/A |
Did Snoop Dogg have children?
Snoop Dogg had 6 children: Corde Broadus, Cordell Broadus, Cori Broadus, Julian Corrie Broadus, Zion Kalvin, Ten Broadus.
What religion was Snoop Dogg?
Snoop Dogg was N/A.
What was Snoop Dogg's ethnicity?
Snoop Dogg was of American heritage.
Career Highlights
Movies
- Bones (2001)
- Soul Plane (2004)
- Starsky & Hutch (2004)
Albums
- Doggystyle (1993)
- Tha Doggfather (1996)
- R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece (2004)
- Bush (2015)
Awards
- MTV VMAs
- Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
- BET Hip Hop Awards
Facts About Snoop Dogg
- Carried the Olympic torch at the 2024 Paris Olympics
- He covered the 2024 Olympics for NBC and became a viral sensation
- Was acquitted of murder charges in 1993
- He was a co-founder of Death Row Records and worked with Dr. Dre
Snoop Dogg Quotes
"It ain't no fun if the homies can't have none."
Legacy
Snoop Dogg has remained a cultural institution for over 30 years. His 2024 Olympics commentary made him a global viral sensation. He is one of the best-selling rap artists of all time.
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Last verified: 2026-05-20