Shante Broadus is the wife of Snoop Dogg.
Snoop Dogg, born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California, is the son of Vernell Varnado and Beverly Tate. His real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. Vernell, a Vietnam War veteran, singer, and mail carrier who departed from the family three months after Snoop Dogg's birth. Consequently, he was named after his stepfather, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr. (1948-1984), who raised him. His biological father played a minimal role in his upbringing.
During his childhood, he was fondly called "Snoopy" by his parents because of his love for and resemblance to the Peanuts cartoon character. He is the second of his mother's three sons. His parent's marriage ended in 1975. Snoop Dogg started singing and playing the piano at the Golgotha Trinity Baptist Church at a young age. He began rapping in the sixth grade.
As a youngster, Snoop Dogg sold candy, delivered newspapers, and bagged groceries to help support his family. He was a dedicated student and enthusiastic churchgoer, active in choir and football. Despite his mother's attempts to keep him on the right track, Snoop Dogg admitted to engaging in illegal activities and joining gangs in his teenage years.
Who is Snoop Dogg?
Snoop Dogg is a well-known American rapper and actor. He rose to fame in 1992 after appearing on Dr. Dre's debut solo single, "Deep Cover," and later on Dre's debut solo album, The Chronic. He has sold over 23 million albums in the United States and 35 million albums worldwide, earning him significant recognition in the music industry. Among his many accolades, he has received an American Music Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and 17 Grammy Award nominations.
In November 1993, Broadus released his first solo album, Doggystyle, under Death Row Records, produced by Dr. Dre. The album quickly became a sensation, debuting at number one on both the Billboard 200 and the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. In its first week, it sold 800,000 copies, achieving quadruple-platinum status in 1994. The album featured the hit singles "What's My Name?" and "Gin and Juice."
Who is Shante Broadus?
Shante Broadus is the founder of Boss Lady Entertainment, a multifaceted company that manages labels and recording studios, among other things. In 2021, she officially took on the role of Snoop Dogg's manager, overseeing all aspects of her husband's business ventures, including his cannabis line, music, television, and film projects. However, she has been fulfilling this role in an unofficial capacity for a considerable period.
When did Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus marry each other?
Snoop Dogg married his high school sweetheart, Shante Broadus, on June 14, 1997. However, on May 21, 2004, he filed for divorce from Shante, citing irreconcilable differences. Despite the divorce filing, the couple reconciled and renewed their vows on January 12, 2008. They share three children: Cordé, Cordell, and Cori.
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