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Sending Prayers To Snoop Dogg And His Family
Even though Snoop Dogg is a legendary performer, his beloved role as a grandfather shows his more vulnerable side, which is characterized by happiness, sadness, and an unshakable love for family.
Born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., Snoop Dogg has established a profession that goes well beyond music and has positioned himself as a devoted family guy. Snoop has been married to Shante Broadus since 1997. He has four children from a previous relationship: Corde, 30, Cordell, 27, Cori, 25, and Julian, 26.
Snoop’s family has expanded over the years, and he is now a proud grandfather, with a special place in his heart for each grandchild. He is still particularly committed to remembering one deceased grandchild and making sure their legacy lives on in the family.
Snoop Dogg as a Family Man & a Grandfather
While advertising his reality program, “Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood,” in 2007, Snoop offered insights into his family values with the goal of bringing attention to the sometimes-overlooked aspect of hip-hop musicians as father figures.
Speaking to “People,” Snoop emphasized, “I got kids, and I always play my music for them. I like to hear what they like. They think I’m old, but I think I’m young.”
Reflecting on his journey as a father, he added, “Ninety percent of rappers grew up without fathers, but you see ninety percent of those rappers becoming fathers to their kids. We don’t ever get commended for that. We become real men when we get to this level we’re at right now.”
The coach for Season 26 of “The Voice” has continued to be actively involved with his family as it has grown. In a 2015 interview with “Today,” he expressed humility about his parenting, rating himself as “about a 7-plus” as a father, with areas he wanted to improve.
“My relationship with my kids is more important than anything. It’s a friendship relationship … it’s based on me being a father, a mentor and a friend,” he said.
Snoop said he intended to adopt a more relaxed stance when asked about his job as a grandfather, characterizing himself as a “gullible, get-away-with-everything kind of grandpa.”
While talking about his first experience with grandparenting, he shared, “It’s just a spark of joy just to look in his eyes and to be able to hold him. I thank my oldest son for making me a grandfather.”
The rapper “Boss’ Life” still places a lot of importance on his extended family. On “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” in January 2024, he talked about his grandchildren and how they all call him “Papa Snoop,” a moniker his oldest grandson gave him when he was a little boy.
Snoop said, “[My grandkids are] different ages, ranges, and sizes, and I love them all the same way. Actually, my oldest [grandson’s] birthday is today so I’m on my way to his birthday party when I leave here.”
He recounted that his oldest grandchild had trouble pronouncing “Snoop” and nicknamed him “Papa Noop” at first, but that he soon learned how to say his name correctly.
How Did Snoop Dogg’s Little Grandson Pass Away?
After his family grew, Snoop experienced the devastating loss of one grandson, a loss that he and his family will never forget.
In September 2019, Snoop’s grandson, Kai Love, passed away at just 10 days old. Snoop shared a heartfelt message on social media, reposting a text that read, “If you’re facing something you don’t understand, choose to trust God. Remember all He has done for you. His ways are higher than ours. He is always good.”
A virtual heart reaction was included in the message, illustrating Snoop’s unwavering faith in the face of his family’s intense grief. Support for this post was overwhelming, with many internet users leaving sympathetic comments.
One user wrote, “Soooo sorry for the loss of your grandbaby… Children are such a precious gift from God, but sometimes he takes them back… sweet precious little Kai RIP… God bless and comfort all who love him…❤️🙏🏻” Another added, “Sorry for your [loss.] God Bless🙏🏽🙏🏽.” A third user expressed, “Prayers for you and family.”
The loss of Kai’s father, Snoop’s son Corde Broadus, and his wife, Soraya Love, devastated Kai’s parents. In an emotive Instagram tribute, Soraya conveyed the depth of her grief and her newfound purpose on what would have been Kai’s fourth birthday.
“Happy heavenly birthday to my 1st son Kai Love who passed away 9-15-2019,” she wrote, continuing to explain the pain of losing a child due to a congenital heart defect. Soraya added, “I know God used this painful time in our families life, knowing I will use that to help those in need of that knowledge of GOD and SELF [sic].”
In her piece, Soraya also talked about how the death of her son inspired her to live a life that was centered on community support, spirituality, and wellbeing.
She explained, “The pain of losing a child you created in YOUR body is very traumatic feeling that never goes away… since that moment, God has guided my steps and shown me a deeper soul purpose… to get close to God, improve your heart health through lifestyle choices, relationship standards, family dynamics, generational curse breaking; food choices, self-love, serving those in need of help mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally [sic].”
In memory of Kai’s legacy, Corde and Soraya established the “Kai Heart Foundation,” a group that works to spread love and healing through community support.
Soraya shared in a March 2024 post, “we would love to partner with any Organizations that help heal -educate and assist humans with love. 🙏🏽 This is our soul purpose and want to keep giving back to community in any way we can.”
In another post from December 2022, Soraya further elaborated on the foundation’s mission, explaining, “Started Kai Heart Foundation in 2019 after my son Kai passed away at 10 days from heart defect…He inspired me to help other mothers, men, women; children in the world through acts of LOVE + healthy lifestyle [sic].”
She invited the community’s support and conveyed her gratitude for Kai’s direction and her faith. “Today was magical love you all and if you want to donate for next event let me know 🙏🏽💜☀️ [sic].”
Snoop has continued to treasure his expanding family, with each grandchild adding a special joy and meaning to his life, despite the overwhelming joy and grief surrounding the death of baby Kai.
Zion Kalvin Broadus
In January 2015, Snoop became a grandfather for the first time when his grandson, Zion Kalvin Broadus, arrived. The journey of Snoop as a grandmother began with the birth of Zion, the son of Snoop’s son Corde Broadus, popularly known as Kalvin Love, and his then-girlfriend Jessica Kyzer.
Proudly sharing the news, Snoop posted a video with the caption, “Proud grandad. My son spank n grandson Zion !!🍼🙏🌟✨Jah bless.” Zion, now 9 years old, has since been a constant reminder of the family’s growth and Snoop’s commitment to his role as “Papa Snoop.”
Elleven Love Broadus
The arrival of Elleven Love Broadus, the daughter of Corde and his wife Soraya Love, in August 2018 marked yet another addition to Snoop’s family.
Soraya celebrated Elleven’s fifth birthday in 2023 with a heartfelt Instagram post, writing, “HAPPY 5th BORN DAY TO MY 1st BORN E11EVEN🤩☺️😍this old soul/young Queen taught me how to be a mom when I didn’t even know how to change a diaper [sic].”
Reflecting on Elleven’s ability to bring love and healing into her life, Soraya described her as a “Leo strength, nurturing Mama Mina spirit.” Snoop’s family entered a new era with Elleven’s entrance, and her presence enhanced the family’s heritage.
Cordoba Journey Broadus
Snoop’s son Cordell Broadus and his wife Phia welcomed Cordoba Journey Broadus into the world in March 2019. The five-year-old Cordoba has shared several unique public events with Snoop, like as attending a Chanel fashion show with her granddad in May 2023, which demonstrated their tight bond.
Cordoba showed off her developing sense of style at the event by wearing a sleek black leather jacket and a white shirt with Chanel’s iconic insignia. She accessorized the look with pearl necklaces and white sunglasses.
Sky Love Broadus
In February 2021, Snoop’s family grew once again with the birth of Sky Love Broadus, Corde and Soraya’s third child together. Snoop’s wife, Shante Broadus, affectionately known as “Mama Tae” to her grandchildren, posted a video of the newborn with the caption, “I’m So Happy My 5th GrandBaby Boy Was Born Today 💙💙 [sic].”
Soraya later thought back on the influence Sky had on her, saying that he made her “into a warrior in all aspects of life.” Sky’s entrance added to their happiness.
Chateau Broadus
A month later, in March 2021, Chateau Broadus was born to Cordell and Phia. Like Sky, her arrival was celebrated by Shante, who posted, “I Was Down Earlier But She Just Took All Of That Away 😍😍 My 6th GrandBaby Girl #ChateauBroaudus 😍😍 [sic].” Chateau’s birth brought joy and light to the family, marking another cherished addition to Snoop’s legacy.
Symphony Sol
Snoop announced the arrival of Symphony Sol, his youngest grandchild, on Instagram in May 2023, writing, “Newborn member of the Broadus clan @cbroadus 👏🏿🐾🔥💖 Symphony Sol😘.”
Shante, as proud as ever, posted her own tribute. “Alexa Play Baby, Baby, Baby By TLC This Mother’s Day We Recieved The Best Gift! 👶🏽 Mama Tae In Full Effect. New Baby! New Blessings [sic]!”
Cordell and Phia used a family photo shoot in December 2022 to announce Symphony’s impending arrival, underscoring the close family ties that Snoop values.
Snoop Dogg’s devotion to his family is evident in all of his happiness and sadness. Each grandchild symbolizes a legacy of love, resiliency, and solidarity in addition to becoming a new member of the Broadus family.
Snoop’s commitment to his family, which includes his own children and an increasing number of grandchildren, keeps him rooted and linked to his origins as “Papa Snoop.”
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