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<\/p>\nSnoop Dogg, one of the most iconic American rappers and TV personalities, is well-known around the world\u2014but there\u2019s much more to his life than his music career. Beneath his cool, laid-back exterior, Snoop has faced personal challenges, yet he remains focused on the joys of life and continues to celebrate those moments with his family.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a closer look at Snoop Dogg\u2019s family life today:<\/p>\n
Born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. on October 20, 1971, Snoop Dogg married his high school sweetheart, Shante Broadus, in 1997. Together, they have three children: Corde, Cordell, and Cori. Snoop also has another son, Julian, from a previous relationship. As his children have grown, Snoop has taken on the role of a proud father\u2014and a loving grandfather.<\/p>\n
In 2007, Snoop appeared on the reality show Snoop Dogg\u2019s Father Hood, offering fans a glimpse into his life as a family man. At the time, he shared with Barbara Walters, \u201cI got kids, and I always play my music for them. I like to hear what they like. They think I\u2019m old, but I think I\u2019m young.\u201d Snoop has often spoken about his journey as a father, reflecting on how most rappers, including himself, grew up without fathers but are determined to break that cycle with their own children.<\/p>\n
In a 2015 interview, Snoop rated himself as a \u201c7-plus\u201d as a father, and when it comes to his role as a grandparent, he joked, \u201cI\u2019m a gullible, get-away-with-everything kind of grandpa.\u201d He has shared how much joy being a grandfather brings him: \u201cIt\u2019s just a spark of joy just to look in his eyes and to be able to hold him.\u201d Snoop\u2019s grandchildren affectionately call him \u201cPapa Snoop\u201d\u2014a name his eldest grandson coined by mispronouncing \u201cSnoop\u201d as \u201cPapa Noop.\u201d<\/p>\n
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However, Snoop\u2019s family has also faced profound heartache. In September 2019, Snoop\u2019s grandson, Kai Love, tragically passed away at just 10 days old. The loss left the family devastated, with Snoop sharing a message of faith and hope, encouraging others to \u201cchoose to trust God\u201d in times of hardship. Kai\u2019s parents, Snoop\u2019s son Corde and his wife Soraya Love, were deeply affected by their son\u2019s death. On what would have been Kai\u2019s first birthday, Soraya shared a moving tribute on Instagram, reflecting on the pain of losing a child and how that loss led her to find purpose in wellness, spirituality, and community support. In honor of Kai\u2019s memory, they founded the Kai Heart Foundation, an organization dedicated to spreading love and healing through acts of kindness and promoting healthy lifestyles.<\/p>\n
Snoop\u2019s oldest grandchild, Zion Kalvin Broadus, was born in January 2015 to Snoop\u2019s son Corde and his then-partner Jessica Kyzer. Snoop was overjoyed at becoming a grandfather, sharing his excitement on social media with a video and caption, \u201cProud grandad.\u201d In 2018, Corde and his wife Soraya welcomed their daughter, Elleven Love Broadus, and celebrated her fifth birthday in 2023. Soraya posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking her daughter for teaching her how to be a mom, even when she didn\u2019t know how to change a diaper.<\/p>\n
Snoop Dogg\u2019s family life may not be as public as his music career, but it\u2019s clear that his role as a father and grandfather means everything to him. Despite facing some of life\u2019s toughest moments, he continues to find joy in his family and uses his platform to spread love, wisdom, and gratitude.<\/p>\n
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