Childhood and Education Journey of Snoop Dogg in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Snoop Dogg. A timeline of key moments.

Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., professionally known as Snoop Dogg, is a highly influential American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. A key figure in West Coast hip-hop, he gained prominence in 1992 through collaborations with Dr. Dre on "Deep Cover" and "The Chronic." Snoop Dogg's distinctive drawled lyrics and focus on West Coast culture and social issues have solidified his status as one of the greatest rappers. He has sold over 23 million albums in the U.S. and 35 million worldwide, earning numerous awards, including an American Music Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two Sports Emmy Awards, and multiple Grammy nominations.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1948: Birth of Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr.

In 1948, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr., Snoop Dogg's stepfather, was born.

1951: Birth of Beverly Tate

In 1951, Beverly Tate, Snoop Dogg's mother, was born.

October 20, 1971: Birth of Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.

On October 20, 1971, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., who would later become known as Snoop Dogg, was born in Long Beach, California.

1989: Arrest for Cocaine Possession

Shortly after graduating from Long Beach Polytechnic High School in 1989, Snoop Dogg was arrested for possession of cocaine.

1989: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Cocaine Possession

Shortly after graduating from high school in 1989, Snoop Dogg was arrested for possession of cocaine, marking the beginning of a period of frequent encounters with the law.

1990: Snoop Dogg Convicted of Felony Drug Possession

In 1990, Snoop Dogg was convicted of felony possession of drugs and possession for sale, further contributing to his legal troubles.

July 1993: Snoop Dogg Stopped and Firearm Found

In July 1993, Snoop Dogg was stopped for a traffic violation, and a firearm was discovered by police during a search of his vehicle.

August 1993: Snoop Dogg Arrested for First-Degree Murder

In August 1993, during the recording of Doggystyle, Snoop Dogg was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to the death of Philip Woldermariam, though the shooting was committed by Snoop Dogg's bodyguard.

1993: Denial of Gang Membership

In 1993, Snoop Dogg denied police and media reports that he was a member of the Rollin' 20s Crips gang in Long Beach.

February 20, 1996: Acquittal in Murder Trial

On February 20, 1996, Snoop Dogg was acquitted in his murder trial.

September 7, 1996: Shooting of Tupac Shakur

On September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur, with whom Snoop Dogg had collaborated, was shot in Las Vegas.

February 1997: Snoop Dogg Pleads Guilty to Handgun Possession

In February 1997, Snoop Dogg pleaded guilty to possession of a handgun and was sentenced to record public service announcements, perform community service, pay a fine, and serve probation.

1998: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Los Angeles

In 1998, Snoop Dogg was arrested and fined for misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Los Angeles.

1999: Snoop Dogg Discusses Faith in Autobiography

In his 1999 autobiography, Snoop Dogg wrote about his Baptist faith, saying he looked to God for guidance and believed God would be with him for the rest of his life.

2001: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Cleveland

In 2001, Snoop Dogg was arrested and fined for misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Cleveland, Ohio.

2002: Snoop Dogg Announces Giving Up Cannabis

In 2002, Snoop Dogg announced he was giving up cannabis for good, though this did not last, as referenced in the 2004 Adam Sandler film "50 First Dates".

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2004: Snoop Dogg's Cannabis Use Referenced in '50 First Dates'

In 2004, Snoop Dogg's previous announcement of giving up cannabis in 2002 was humorously referenced in the Adam Sandler film "50 First Dates," highlighting his well-known association with cannabis use.

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2005: Snoop Dogg Speaks at Stanley Tookie Williams' Funeral

In 2005, Snoop Dogg delivered a speech at the funeral of Stanley Tookie Williams after Williams was executed by the state of California.

2005: Snoop Dogg Founded Snoop Youth Football League

In 2005, Snoop Dogg established the Snoop Youth Football League for at-risk youth in Southern California.

2007: Snoop Dogg Certified for Medical Cannabis

Since at least 2007, Snoop Dogg has been certified for medical cannabis in California to treat migraines.

2009: Snoop Dogg Reportedly a Member of the Nation of Islam

In 2009, Snoop Dogg was reported to be a member of the Nation of Islam. He appeared at their annual Saviours' Day holiday, praised Louis Farrakhan, and donated $1,000 to the organization, though he declined to specify when he joined.

2010: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Sierra Blanca

In 2010, Snoop Dogg was arrested and fined for misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Sierra Blanca, Texas.

2012: Snoop Dogg Endorses Ron Paul, Then Barack Obama

In 2012, Snoop Dogg initially endorsed Ron Paul in the Republican presidential primary. However, he later stated he would vote for Barack Obama in the general election, providing reasons on Instagram.

2012: Snoop Dogg Responds to Criticism Regarding Fur Coats

In 2012, Snoop Dogg responded to criticism about regularly appearing in real fur garments by questioning why PETA doesn't throw paint on a pimp's fur coat.

2012: Snoop Dogg Converts to Rastafari Movement

In 2012, after a trip to Jamaica, Snoop Dogg converted to the Rastafari movement, shifted his musical focus to reggae, and changed his name to Snoop Lion.

2013: Snoop Dogg Claims to Smoke 80 Blunts a Day

In 2013, Snoop Dogg claimed to be smoking approximately 80 cannabis blunts a day.

2013: Snoop Dogg Expresses Support for Tighter Gun Control

In 2013, Snoop Dogg, then known as Snoop Lion, advocated for tighter gun control in an interview with HuffPost Live and released the song "No Guns Allowed" featuring Drake and Cori B.

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2013: Snoop Dogg Advocates for Same-Sex Marriage

In a 2013 interview with The Huffington Post, Snoop Dogg voiced his support for same-sex marriage, stating, "People can do what they want and as they please".

2014: Snoop Dogg Claims to Become Vegan

In 2014, Snoop Dogg announced he had become a vegan; however, he has since opted against a complete vegan diet.

May 2015: Snoop Dogg Endorses Hillary Clinton for President

In May 2015, Snoop Dogg endorsed Hillary Clinton for President on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live, citing the need for a female perspective in office.

2015: Snoop Dogg Blames Reagan's Policies for Gang Violence

During his keynote address at the 2015 South by Southwest music festival, Snoop Dogg attributed the surge in gang violence in Los Angeles during the 1980s to the economic policies implemented by Ronald Reagan.

July 7, 2016: Snoop Dogg Organizes Peaceful March After Dallas Shooting

Following the deadly shooting of police officers in Dallas on July 7, 2016, Snoop Dogg and The Game organized a peaceful march to the LAPD headquarters, leading to a meeting with city officials to discuss police brutality.

2016: Snoop Dogg Gives Away Turkeys at Thanksgiving

In 2016, Snoop Dogg gave away 3000 turkeys to the less fortunate in Inglewood, California, at Thanksgiving, as part of his annual partnership with city officials.

2017: Snoop Dogg Released Video Showing Mock Execution of Trump

In 2017, Snoop Dogg released a controversial video depicting a mock execution of Donald Trump in a clown costume.

2017: Snoop Dogg Runs a special-needs division Called Snoop Special Stars

Since 2017, Snoop Dogg has also run a special-needs division called Snoop Special Stars for anyone 5 years or older with a physical, mental, or developmental disability.

May 26, 2018: Snoop Dogg Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Paradise Cocktail

On May 26, 2018, at the BottleRock Napa Valley music festival, Snoop Dogg and others created the world's largest paradise cocktail, "Gin and Juice," measuring 550 liters, earning them a Guinness World Record.

June 2018: Snoop Dogg Performs at Environmental Media Association Honors Gala

In June 2018, Snoop Dogg performed at the Environmental Media Association (EMA) Honors Gala, with the logo for vegan brand Beyond Meat displayed on screens.

2018: Snoop Youth Football League Becomes Largest in Southern California

In 2018, the Snoop Youth Football League was reported to be the largest youth football organization in Southern California, featuring 50 teams and over 1,500 players.

2018: Snoop Dogg Claims to be a Born-Again Christian

In early 2018, after releasing "Bible of Love" and performing at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Snoop Dogg stated in an interview that he had become a "born-again Christian", reflecting his faith by singing "I'd Rather Have Jesus" on Instagram.

2020: Snoop Dogg Endorsed Joe Biden for President

In 2020, Snoop Dogg endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden for President of the United States.

2020: Snoop Dogg Invests in Vegan Food Company

In 2020, Snoop Dogg invested in Original Foods, a vegan food company known for Pigless Pork Rinds, and he became an ambassador for Beyond Meat, supporting their Feed a Million+ campaign.

2023: Snoop Dogg "Gives Up Smoke" for Ad Campaign

In 2023, Snoop Dogg announced via social media that he was "giving up smoke" but later revealed it was an ad for the SoloStove smokeless fire pit.

2023: April Fools' Day Joke: Snoop Dogg "Signed" by Pittsburgh Steelers

On April Fools' Day in 2023, the Pittsburgh Steelers jokingly announced that they had signed Snoop Dogg to their roster as a wide receiver.

February 2024: Snoop Dogg Murder Case Sealed

In February 2024, the case related to the 1993 murder charge against Snoop Dogg was sealed.

June 2024: Snoop Dogg Runs in Exhibition Race at Olympic Trials

In June 2024, Snoop Dogg participated in an exhibition 200-meter race at the US track and field Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon, finishing third with a time of 34.44 seconds.

July 23, 2024: Snoop Dogg Named Olympic Torchbearer

On July 23, 2024, Snoop Dogg was announced as one of the final torchbearers of the Olympic flame for the Paris Olympics. He carried the torch through Saint-Denis, near the athletes' village.

2024: Snoop Dogg Expresses Love and Respect for Donald Trump

In 2024, Snoop Dogg expressed that he had "nothing but love and respect for Donald Trump".

2024: Final Closure of Murder Case

In 2024, Snoop Dogg's 1993 murder case was finally closed.

January 2025: Snoop Dogg Performs at Trump-Sponsored Cryptocurrency Event

In January 2025, Snoop Dogg, alongside Soulja Boy and Rick Ross, performed at a cryptocurrency event sponsored by Donald Trump preceding Trump's second inauguration.

August 2025: Snoop Dogg Criticizes LGBTQ Representation in Children's Films

In August 2025, Snoop Dogg expressed concerns about LGBTQ representation in children's films, stating he was "scared to go to the movies".

October 2025: Snoop Dogg Partners with GLAAD to Support LGBTQ Awareness

In October 2025, Snoop Dogg partnered with GLAAD to support Spirit Day after facing controversy for his August statements, and he collaborated with Jeremy Beloate on the song "Love is Love" featured on Doggyland.

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