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Snoop Dogg might have lost some favor with fans of his for his alignment with Donald Trump, but that hasn’t stopped the hardworking rapper and entertained from grabbing gigs. At a Thursday (Feb. 6) NFL Honors of event, Snoop Dogg roasted Bill Belichick over the huge age difference between the NFL coach and his girlfriend.
The good homies over at TMZ Sports report that Snoop Dogg was the emcee for the NFL Honors event at the Saenger Theater in New Orleans, which was also televised. Per usual, Snoop’s unmeasurable coolness was on display and also a bit of humor, including the joke at the expense of the former New England Patriots coach.
Uncle Snoop opened the joke up by saying, “I’ve been a football fan for a long, long time. I mean, I remember back when the Cowboys was good. I remember back when the Chiefs was bad.”
He added, “And I remember, what was it? Bill Belichick’s girlfriend wasn’t even born yet!” sparking laughter from Belichick, and his cheerleader girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, 24. It appeared to be all in good fun, however, despite a delayed reaction to the joke by Hudson.
These days, Bill Belichick is no longer in the NFL and instead coaching in the collegiate ranks as the head coach for the University of North Carolina’s football team after years of success at the professional level.
Check out the joke below.
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Snoop Dogg recently revealed that he lost over half a million followers on social media after performing at the Trump-affiliated Crypto Ball, an event tied to the former president’s supporters. The backlash was swift, with many fans upset by what they saw as Snoop indirectly endorsing Trump and his controversial political affiliations.
This move seemed to contradict Snoop’s past criticisms of Black artists who aligned themselves with Trump, often calling them “Uncle Toms” and “jiggaboos.” Given his outspoken views on politics and social justice, his appearance at the Crypto Ball left many questioning his stance and loyalty to the community. In response to the wave of hate and backlash, Snoop took to social media to address the criticism. Rather than engaging in negativity, he responded with his signature calmness and positivity, saying, “For all that hate, I’m going to answer with love. Y’all can’t hate enough on me. I love too much. Get your life right, stop worrying about mine. I’m cool, I’m together. Still a Black man, still 100 percent Black.”
His message seemed aimed at reminding fans that despite the controversy, he remained true to himself and his roots. While Snoop’s performance at the event was divisive, his response showed he was unbothered by the hate, reinforcing his commitment to his own beliefs and his legacy in the hip-hop world. It remains to be seen how this moment will affect his career, but Snoop’s message of love and self-confidence has continued to resonate.
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Snoop Dogg lost a bit of goodwill with some of his fanbase after appearing in Washington, D.C. to appear at an event connected to President Donald Trump’s inauguration weekend. After catching the wrath of Hip-Hop fans and opponents of Trump, Snoop Dogg defended his appearance at the event and faced the criticism with love instead of the vitriol he’s faced online.
Taking to his Instagram account for a livestream, Snoop Dogg is seen driving in a vehicle and addressing his fans about the matter with his usual affable coolness and decided to combat the negative comments with positive vibes instead.
“Ya’ll can’t hate enough for me, I love too much,” Snoop says during his morning wake-and-bake drive. “Get your life right, stop worrying about mine, I’m cool. I’m together.”
Snoop continued with, “Still a Black man, still 100% Black. All out, ’til you ball out. Or until you fall out. I ain’t going nowhere. I’m right here.”
Many have speculated that Snoop’s alignment with Donald Trump is personal as the president pardoned Michael Harris, one of the co-founders of Death Row Records, a company Snoop is now the owner of. Harris, also known as Harry-O, was behind bars serving time for drug charges.
Check out the livestream of Snoop Dogg in the clip below courtesy of Livebitez.
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Snoop Dogg has received sharp criticism for performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration. Harry-O is now defending the MC for participating in the convicted felon’s event.
As spotted on TMZ, the man who is alleged to have provided Suge Knight the seed money to start Death Row Records is coming to the rescue of Snoop Dogg. While Suge Knight has always denied the claim a judge ruled in Harry-O’s favor back in 2005. Born Michael Harris, the former entertainment entrepreneur served almost 33 years in prison for drug charges. In 2021, he received a surprise pardon from then president of the United States, Donald Trump. Since his release, he has worked with Snoop Dogg in relaunching Death Row Records.
In an exclusive interview with TMZ, Harry-O explained Snoop’s appearance at the inauguration wasn’t a political statement but an overall show of support to the now POTUS. “Snoop is a non-political guy. He didn’t want to get mixed into the politics so he kept who he felt should be the president to himself,” he said. “And whoever became the president he wanted to support them.” While this sounds feasible, Harry-O’s portrayal of Snoop isn’t exactly true.
Back in 2017, he appeared in the “Nightfall Remix” video, which featured him doing a mock execution on a clown that had strong resemblance to Donald Trump. In 2018, during an interview with DJ Suss One on SiriusXM, Snoop Dogg didn’t pull any punches with his opinion about both Donald Trump and Kanye West saying “f*** you and f*** him!”
You can see Harry-O discuss Snoop’s appearance below.
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Activist Kevin Powell slammed Snoop Dogg for his appearance at an inauguration concert for President Donald Trump, citing his “lack of values.”
The presence of Snoop Dogg at a concert during President Donald Trump’s inauguration weekend infuriated many, including activist and journalist Kevin Powell. Powell expressed his disappointment in a recent interview, citing Snoop Dogg’s lengthy career. The “Drop It Like Its Hot” rapper performed at the Crypto Ball in Washington, D.C., last Friday (Jan. 17) along with Rick Ross,and Soulja Boy. “I interviewed Snoop for Quincy Jones’ [VIBE] magazine, and he has a long history in relationship to community,” Powell began before noting that his performance meant he would abandon that relationship “for a bag of money.”
“I never thought I would see Snoop Dogg, forget the other rappers because others have talked about them, but Snoop Dogg in particular,” Powell added. “This is someone who is an iconic figure just like Carrie Underwood is, and when folks like that are siding with someone who’s spreading those kinds of messages, it’s a stab in the back to all of us who have bought their music and supported them through their careers.” Snoop Dogg famously criticized Trump heavily as he began his first presidential term in 2017.
“I’m waiting. I’m gonna roast the f— outta you,” he said in a video post at the time, calling anyone looking to perform during that inauguration weekend “Uncle Toms.” The video has gone viral again, as Snoop Dogg hasn’t responded to any requests for comment about his performance. When asked by TMZ’s Harvey Levin if it was a reflection of a growing trend in the Hip-Hop community, Powell replied, “I think there’s a sea change of a lack of values across America, period.”
Nelly, who performed at the Liberty Ball Monday (Jan. 20), defended his appearance in an interview with podcast host and Hip-Hop veteran Willie D. “I’m here to perform for the office,” he said, before remarking that he hadn’t seen anything suggesting that Trump was a white supremacist. Soulja Boy, best known for his 2007 hit “Crank That (Soulja Boy),” released a video response to those critical of his presence. “They paid me a bag,” he said before adding, “Obama ain’t never put no money in my f—g pockets, n—a. Kamala ain’t never put no money in my f—g pockets, n—a. Trump put money in my pockets, n—a.”
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Donald J. Trump, the former reality star and real estate “mogul” has once again been inaugurated as the president of the United States. While millions of Americans celebrated, others were wary and braced for another four years of chaos that accompanied the last Trump presidency.
But, for the Hip-Hop community, one of the biggest surprises of the inauguration festivities was how many rap stars lined up to perform for Trump.
Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, Nelly, and Soulja Boy performed at Trump’s Crypto Ball in Washington, D.C., on Friday earning backlash on social media. Many commenters compared the rappers’ performances to that of singer Chrisette Michele who performed for Trump in 2017 and was quickly shunned by the Black community, leading to the unravelling of her career.
Nelly justified his performance with an appearance on the Willie D Podcast on Saturday, per HuffPost. The 50-year-old St. Lunatic told the Geto Boys rapper, “it’s an honor” to “perform for the president of the United States, regardless of who is in office.”
He added, “If President Biden would have asked me to perform, I would have performed. If Vice President Kamala Harris would have won and asked me to perform, I would have performed.”
Nelly did mention that Trump, who is known for racist remarks and actions dating back to the 1970s, has “some f*cked up ways,” adding, that “performing for somebody and voting for somebody is two different things.”
Clips online have emerged of Nelly starting his set with “Hail to the Chief” and performing his hit single, “Country Grammar.”
The rapper says that he comes from a military family and compared his performance to the experience of American soldiers saying, “I’m not doing this for money, I’m doing this because it’s an honor. I respect the office. It doesn’t matter who is in office,” he said. “The same way that our men and women, our brothers and sisters who protect this country, have to go to war and have to put their life on the line for whoever is in office.”
However, the backlash to the rapper performing for Trump has been swift.
Polls show that 92% of Black women voted for Kamala Harris for president in 2024 while Trump saw an increase in his support from Black men according to the Associated Press with about 3 in 10 Black men under the age of 45 went for Trump, roughly double the number he got in 2020.
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Welp, it looks like everyone is kissing Trump’s ring. Snoop Dogg, a one-time staunch critic of Donald Trump, along with Rick Ross, Soulja Boy, and Nelly, is feeling the wrath of social media after performing at Trump inauguration events.
All money isn’t good money, especially if it’s coming from Donald Trump, but that didn’t stop some of Hip-Hop’s biggest acts from performing at Orange Mussolini’s inauguration events.
According to CBS News, things got interesting when it was revealed that Nelly, 50, would perform at one of Trump’s three official inaugural balls.
The “Hot In Herre” crafter will take the stage at the Inaugural Liberty Ball on Monday. Ashanti’s baby daddy isn’t the only big-name artist selling their soul to perform for Trump and his MAGA minions. Country music superstar Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” to kick off the convicted felon’s swearing-in ceremony, while opera singer Christopher Macchio will perform the national anthem.
The Village People will also be performing their hit record, “Y.M.C.A,” the song that Trump does his stupid a** dance to at his rallies.
As expected, the announcement of Nelly partaking in the celebrating of America’s downfall didn’t hit well with fans, particularly Black folks, who Trump is no fan of.
Nelly will receive the Chrisette Michelle treatment (when she performed at the Bum’s first inauguration back in 2017).
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— The Chanteezy Is Real ♉️💛🪷 (@iamchanteezy) January 18, 2025
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But things really took a turn when social media found out that Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, and Soulja Boy performed at Crytpo Ball celebrating Trump’s victory.
It’s time to throw @SnoopDogg in the dumpster with the rest of Trump’s white supremacist, insurrectionist allies. pic.twitter.com/tuWbhIxCWV
— 𝕂𝔼𝕄𝔼𝕀𝕌ℕ 🪷 ℝ𝔼𝕏 (@yourlittldogtwo) January 18, 2025
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Rick Ross, we see you too. pic.twitter.com/Bo8rdu3gUG
— mistergeezy.bksy.social (@mistergeezy) January 18, 2025
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🚨HOLY COW: Rap icon Soulja Boy is currently performing on stage at a Trump Inaugural Ball in DC! pic.twitter.com/Ppvg3zQHqq
— Bo Loudon (@BoLoudon) January 18, 2025
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Social Media Is Telling Them to Keep The Same Energy They Had For Chrisette Michele For Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, Soulja Boy & Nelly
Immediately, users on X, formerly Twitter, didn’t waste time mentioning Chrisette Michele’s name. The R&B singer caught hell for singing Trump’s first inaugural ball.
Y’all gave Chrisette Michelle hell for performing at Trump’s first inauguration; I hope to see the same energy for Snoop Dogg, Nelly, and Rick Ross. pic.twitter.com/fjLZGgwail
— B E A N Z The Gamer Dad(beanzgotgamez.bsky.social) (@BeanzGotGamez) January 18, 2025
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In an interview with Terrell three years ago, Michele said performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration “was the wrong thing to do.”
Well, we shall see if Black folks are really bout it and hold Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, Soulja Boy, and Nelly’s feet to the fire just like they did to Chrisette Michele.
Based on the reactions, they are letting the Hip-Hop superstars know that Trumpin is cool.
You can see those reactions in the gallery below.
1. Nelly should be ashamed oh himself
2. Clearly they needed the funds
3. 2025 is off to a wild start
4. Suckers
5. Damn not Ashanti
8. MLK is rolling in his grave
9. Probably not
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To close out 2024, which Skechers has dubbed the “Year of the Dogg,” legendary rapper turned style icon Snoop Dogg dropped it like it’s hot with a new sneaker collaboration, Skechers x Snoop Dogg: Sizzle.
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Starting at $90, the Skechers x Snoop Dogg: Sizzle collection is ideal for the basketball court, as well as casual wear throughout the day.
Styles vary from mid-top with the Buckets OG to low-top with the Toke Slip-ins court sneakers, while pairs are made with premium leather uppers with Skechers’ signature “Air-Cooled Memory Foam” insole for cushioning and bounce on the court.
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The Skechers x Snoop Sizzle Toke Slip-ins offer a lace-up and low-top look that’s sleek and easy to put on, thanks to the sneaker company’s “Heel Pillow” design for comfort and stability. The sneakers come in five colorways, including blue and yellow, black, navy, white and purple.
Meanwhile, the Snoop Dogg: Sizzle – Buckets OG features buttery smooth and perforated sections throughout the toebox for airflow and speed, as heel trims are stylish with paisley prints on the collar for a bit of flair. There are five colorways available for these pairs, such as purple, rust, black and white
The Snoop Dogg: Sizzle collection also has shoes that come in the rapper’s Bored Ape NFT character “Dr. Bombay” Buckets styles, which come in two colorways, white and multi-camo and leopard, as well as black and multi-camo and leopard.Ahead, you’ll find the Skechers x Snoop Dogg: Sizzle collection in various colorways.
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In white/multi-camo and leopard
Additionally, the Snoop Dogg and Skechers collaboration has sneakers and slides available in Snoop One — also available in new limited-edition Skechers x Snoop Dogg: Snoop One, Gold Medal Snoop sneakers, which celebrate the rapper’s epic experience with Team U.S.A. during the 2024 Summer Olympic in Paris, France — and Arch Fit Footsteps styles with prices starting at $49.99 at Skechers.com. Shop the Snoop x Skechers collection, below:
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Want more? Skechers has more sneakers in various styles and colorways available from the Snoop Dogg collection, below:
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One of the world’s greatest athletes will be joining Snoop Dogg in his quest to find new talent. Simone Biles will be joining The Voice as a guest mentor.
As spotted on The Grio the American Olympian is taking her talents to the entertainment industry. This week the Spring, TX native announced that she will be appearing on the reality television series to assist the “Next Episode” rapper. In a recent interview with The Associated Press she revealed how the taping went. “We were able to riff off each other and give the artists the best insight going into the next round,” the gymnast explained.
To hear her tell it the offer checked a lot of boxes for her. “It was pretty easy, simple,” she said. “We’re both very mellow. But if we need to bring that energy up, then we can. For us, it was about instilling confidence going into the next week.” While winners can recognize other winners she did admit that she is taking the opportunity serious and took the time out to get an understanding on her role and the expectations that come with it. “These are the learning steps: Learn, process, go back in and work,” she added. “They all have the vocal talent. It’s about harnessing that, knowing when to bring it out and which songs to sing and which genre you fit in. And what you want your legacy to be. This is truly a special show as well as the judging. They don’t get to see the physical appearance first. It’s all off of ears, listening and putting their craft together as well.”
Simone Biles and Snoop Dogg’s chemistry dates back to the Paris Olympics. The two had several fun moments during the games including some banter that went viral. Additionally, Snoop gifted her father Ronald Boles a Deathrow Records pendant. You can see her debut as the Team Snoop Playoffs Advisor on Monday, Nov. 25 on NBC.
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Everyone’s favorite gangsta rapper, Snoop Dogg, is inviting the world into the world of his daughter Cori “Princess” Broadus and her engagement. But, since it’s a 3-part docuseries that debuts December 5 on E!, you just know it won’t be as easy as just planning a wedding.
Along the way, with Snoop occasionally popping in, fans will get to see Princess deal with wedding planning, engagement drama with he fiancé Wayne Duece and her daddy’s hilarious concerns about her familiarity with ordering alcohol while eating out. We also get a glimpse of unexpected health issues as well as relationship drama that threatens to derail the pending nuptials.
The health scare isn’t manufactured, as back in January, Cori revealed that she suffered a severe stroke. Cori’s support system that includes Snoop, her mother Shante and her brothers Corde and Cordell.
Check out the superteaser for Snoop Dogg’s Fatherhood: Cori and Wayne’s Story below.