Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor.
Known for his laid-back style, smooth flow, and clever lyrics, the fame of this American rapper dates back to 1992 when he was featured on Dr. Dre’s debut solo single, “Deep Cover”, and then on Dre’s debut solo album, The Chronic.
Early Life
Broadus was born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California. He was the second of three sons raised in the Eastside neighbourhood of Long Beach, which was known for its high crime rate and gang activity.
He was named after his stepfather, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr. His mother is Beverly Broadus (née Tate). His father, Vernell Varnado, was a Vietnam veteran, singer, and mail carrier who was frequently absent from his life. His parents nicknamed him “Snoopy” as a boy, because of his appearance and love of the cartoon character from Peanuts but usually addressed him as Calvin at home. His mother and stepfather divorced in 1975.
Career
Although he began rapping at a young age as he was a well-known rapper in the local underground hip hop scene by the time he was in high school, his career took off in 1992 when he was featured on Dr. Dre’s debut solo album, “The Chronic”. The album was a critical and commercial success, which helped to launch his career as a solo artiste.
In 1993, he released his debut solo album, “Doggystyle.” The album was a commercial success, and it sold over 800,000 copies in its first week of release. It also spawned several hit singles, including “What’s My Name?” and “Gin and Juice.”
To date, Snoop Dogg has sold over 23 million albums in the United States and 35 million albums worldwide. His accolades include an American Music Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and 17 nominations at the Grammy Awards.
He has also won numerous awards, including the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2005.
Moreover, Snoop Dogg has appeared in several films and television shows, starring in his own reality television show, “Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood.”
He has hosted several television shows, including “Doggy Fizzle Televizzle” and “Snoop Dogg’s Doggystyle.”
Personal Life
The iconic rapper married his high school sweetheart, Shante Taylor, in 1997. They have three children together: Cordé, Cordell, and Cori. Snoop Dogg also has a son named Julian Corrie Broadus from a previous relationship.
Despite being a private person who does not share much information about his personal life publicly, he has spoken about his struggles with drug addiction and his journey to recovery. He is a vocal advocate for marijuana legalization.
Net Worth
Having amassed wealth from his music career, as well as from his acting career, his business ventures, and his endorsements, his net worth is estimated to be around $165 million.
He remains one of the most popular and influential rappers of all time, known for his positive attitude and his commitment to giving back to the community.