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  • Brother of Chargers’ Daiyan Henley Shot Dead in L.A.

    Jabari Henley, the brother of LA Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley, and son of the music executive indicted this spring, was executed on Halloween night

    In March, Daiyan Henley – a standout linebacker for the L.A. Chargers – saw his father Eugene “Big U” Henley locked up on federal charges that accuse the celebrated music executive behind a slew of West Coast rappers, including Snoop Dogg, Kurupt and the late Nipsey Hussle, of using his anti-gang nonprofit as cover for a ‘Mafia-like’ criminal enterprise.

    On Halloween night, Daiyan Henley’s big brother Jabari, 34, was gunned down in South Los Angeles.

    But on Sunday, the football player still hit the field, and helped L.A. topple the Tennessee Titans with seven tackles and a quarterback hit. He tearfully told reporters after the game that it had been “a long year” and that he wished he could talk to his brother “one more time.”

    “It was an emotional moment for me, just to be able to make a play on a day like this — just losing him so soon. It’s been a long year for me, so I just sent a prayer up and hopefully he heard it. I just went out there,” Henley told reporters after the game, adding: “Right now, I’m just floating and the only thing that’s consistent right now in my life, and this is crazy to say, is football. So for me, that’s why I’m out there is because this is the most consistent thing I’ve got in my life right now is football. And I’m just trying to make the most of it.”

    LAPD officials do not have any suspects in Jabari Henley’s murder. The Los Angeles County medical examiner said he was declared dead on the sidewalk, shot multiple times. The cause of death was determined to be homicide. 

    A law enforcement source told Los Angeles that since the elder Henley was hit with a sprawling 43-count federal indictment accusing him of extortion, human trafficking, fraud and the 2021 murder of an aspiring rapper, the LAPD gang unit has been on heightened alert. “A young crew is trying to take control due to Big U’s fed problems.”

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    Henley, known as an “OG” or an original gangster for the Rollin’ Crips, was most recently the leader of a nonprofit known as Developing Options, which was marketed as a youth program that offered teens alternative choices to gang violence, drugs, and other criminal activity. The program is primarily funded by the Gang Reduction and Youth Development program overseen by L.A. Mayor Karen Bass’ office. According to the complaint, the nonprofit was awarded $2.35 million in city funds from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2023, even though Henley “allegedly used it as a front for fraudulent purposes and to insulate its members from suspicion by law enforcement.” 

    He is also accused of embezzling donations from celebrities, NBA players, and large companies that donated to the nonprofit, but Henley immediately put the money that was supposed to help his community into his own bank account.  

    The music executive steadfastly denies wrongdoing, denied the accusations in videos posted on social media before he turned himself in, where he insisted: “I ain’t did nothing” and “I ain’t been nothing but a help to our community.”

    Henley is being held without bail at the Metropolitan Detention Center in downtown Los Angeles, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Henley and his codefendants are slated to appear in federal court in Little Tokyo on Wednesday for a status conference hearing.

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  • 5 Performers Who Make Perfect Sense to Headline Turning Point USA’s “All American Halftime Show”

    The counterprogramming culture wars have begun. Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA has announced that it’s planning its own Super Bowl halftime show, in protest of the NFL’s decision to have Latin music superstar Bad Bunny headline the main event. The so-called All-American Halftime Show will take place on February 8, 2026, the same date as Super Bowl LX.

    Conservatives were up in arms after it was announced that Bad Bunny—one of the biggest artists in the world, with more than 80 million Spotify listeners each month, as well as an American citizen from Puerto Rico—would be headlining the Super Bowl halftime show. Speaking to right-wing podcaster Benny Johnson, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem threatened that ICE would be “all over that place” at the Super Bowl, which will be held at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Noem maintained that she has every intention to “enforce the law.” House Speaker Mike Johnson called booking Bad Bunny “a terrible decision” and offered an alternative: 82-year-old country singer Lee Greenwood, who Johnson said would attract a “broader audience.” (For the record: the “God Bless the USA” singer has less than 450,000 monthly Spotify listeners, roughly 190 times less than Bad Bunny). Even President Donald Trump called Bad Bunny an “absolutely ridiculous” choice to headline the Super Bowl, despite claiming he had “never heard of him.”

    As of now, it’s unclear where the All-American Halftime Show will take place or air. On social media, Turning Point USA said, “performers and event details coming soon.” On a website for the event, there’s a survey that asks the public, “What music genres would you like to see featured?” Various options include: “Americana,” “Worship,” and “Anything in English”—seemingly a dig at Bad Bunny, who mostly performs in his native Spanish.

    Although Puerto Rico is, again, an American territory, Turning Point USA has decided that Bad Bunny is not American enough to headline the Super Bowl. So, who might they book to compete with the biggest televised music event of the year? Perhaps they’ll reach out to Carrie Underwood, the American Idol winner turned country music star who made the controversial decision to sing at Trump’s inauguration in January. But while her politics may (or may not) align with those of Turning Point USA, Underwood might be reticent to take a stand against the NFL. After all, she famously sings the “Sunday Night Football” opening song. Counterprogramming football’s biggest night would probably jeopardize her bag.

    A few weeks ago, Turning Point USA probably would have loved if country rock phenom Zach Bryan headlined the event. Bryan is one of the biggest names in country music at the moment, recently breaking the record for largest ticketed concert ever held in the US with over 112,408 fans attending his concert at Michigan Stadium on September 27, 2025. But he might be a tough sell as well. Last week, Bryan teased the lyrics to his upcoming song “Bad News,” which seemingly criticizes ICE. “I heard the cops came / Cocky motherf–kers, ain’t they? / And ICE is gonna come bust down your door,” he sings in the song, as teased on Instagram. Kristi Noem took Bryan to task for the song, calling it “completely disrespectful.” Bryan, who previously described himself as a “total libertarian,” wrote on his Instagram story that he is “on neither of these radical sides,” and that the song “is about how much I love this country and everyone in it more than anything.” So perhaps Bryan may not be considered conservative enough for Turning Point USA to book him as a headliner.

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  • Snoop Dogg Was ‘Caught Off Guard’ Over a Gay Kiss in Lightyear

    Don’t show him But I’m a Cheerleader; he’ll scream.
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    Snoop Dogg is “scared to go to the movies,” and it’s not because of weed-based paranoia — it’s the 2022 animated origin story Lightyear. Specifically, the three-year-old movie’s representation of lesbian moms. “What you see is what you see, and they’re putting it everywhere,” Snoop told It’s Giving, a podcast hosted by “self-love guru” and traditional-values proponent Sarah Fontenot, on August 20. He recalled taking his grandson to see Lightyear in the movie theaters and watching a scene where a character has two moms. “They’re like, ‘She had a baby — with another woman,’” he said. “Well, my grandson, in the middle of the movie, is like, ‘Papa Snoop? How she have a baby with a woman? She’s a woman!’” Snoop claimed the problem is that “y’all throwing me in the middle of shit that I don’t have an answer for.” He added, “These are kids. We have to show that at this age? They’re going to ask questions. I don’t have the answer.” Someone should get Snoop Dogg a copy of And Tango Makes Three.

    On August 30, Snoop clarified what he meant in a comment of a Hollywood Unlocked Instagram video. “I was just caught off guard and had no answer for my grandsons all my gay friends no what’s up they been calling me with love 💗 my bad for not knowing the answers for a 6 yr old 😳teach me how to learn I’m not perfect,” he wrote. Gay friends, please step forward.

    Following Snoop’s comments, there have been calls to cancel his performance at the Australian Football League finals on September 27. One of those calls is from Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, who called Snoop a “slur merchant” and requested the AFL book an Australian artist.

    In the scene in question, the character Hawthorne (voiced by Uzo Aduba) kisses her wife, Kiko, for less than a second. The kiss led to the movie being banned in 14 countries. Initially, Disney cut the gay kiss from Lightyear, but in the wake of Disney funding politicians who supported Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill, Pixar employees wrote a letter accusing the company of censoring “overtly gay affection” in its films. “Even if creating LGBTQIA+ content was the answer to fixing the discriminatory legislation in the world, we are being barred from creating it,” the employees said in the statement. Following the letter, Pixar added the scene back into the film.

    Since then, Disney and Pixar have removed gay content from films and TV, in line with the current conservative cultural shift that Snoop should be glad to hear about. Pixar reportedly cut any queer representation out of its 2025 movie Elio and made the main character more stereotypically masculine. Disney also cut a trans story line from the streaming show Win or Lose in 2024. Pixar executive Pete Docter told Bloomberg in 2024 that Pixar’s upcoming movies were going to be “less a pursuit of any director’s catharsis and instead speak to a commonality of experience,” widely interpreted as a move away from diversity. Sorry to Lightyear star Chris Evans; homophobia has not yet died out “like dinosaurs.”

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  • Raising Cane’s Champions Thousands Of Its Top Talent With Snopp Dogg & Katie Ledecky, Canecún Excellence Ensues

    Raising Cane’s Champions Thousands Of Its Top Talent With Snopp Dogg & Katie Ledecky, Canecún Excellence Ensues

    At Raising Cane’s “Canecún” event, over 3,000 leaders noshed on wisdom from Snoop Dogg, Olympian Katie Ledecky, Todd Graves, and AJ Kumaran for a one-of-a-kind experience, and the results were delicious.

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    Raising Cane’s recently held its annual “Canecún” event at the luxurious Moon Palace Resort in Cancun, bringing together more than 3,000 of its leaders and their significant others.

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    The trip celebrated the dedication and hard work of the Raising Cane’s team as they prepared to close out a monumental year, with the company set to operate over 875 restaurants and hit nearly $5 billion in sales by the end of 2024.

    The event was led by Raising Cane’s founder and owner Todd Graves, and provided an opportunity to reflect on the brand’s journey and continued growth while also recognizing the people who have been instrumental in its success.

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    Graves emphasized that Cane’s has stayed true to its values, maintaining a focus on quality, consistency, and the well-being of its crew and customers alike.

    “We take a lot of pride in serving what we call the ‘perfect box,’ and we know we owe it to our crew members to ensure that we deliver the best experience every day,” said Graves during the conference.

    The festivities kicked off on Sunday with attendees arriving at the fully Cane ’s-branded resort, where they were treated to welcome receptions, branded swag, and a relaxed evening of drinks and music. The next day offered a blend of leisure activities like beach volleyball and yoga, alongside optional workshops such as “Making Millionaires” that explored Raising Cane’s Restaurant Partner Program.

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    Graves’ message during the event was clear: Raising Cane’s is built on a foundation of strong values, driven by its people.

    “Our secret sauce isn’t just in our food; it’s in how we operate. We grow the right way, taking care of our crew and staying true to what makes us successful.”

    It’s A Dogg Eat Dogg World, But Snoop Says Raising Cane’s Can Withstand The Test Of Time

    On Monday night, the crowd was electrified by a special fireside chat with Graves and Grammy-winning rapper and producer Snoop Dogg, followed by a concert where Snoop both performed and DJ’d.

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    Snoop’s appearance at Canecún was more than just entertainment—it was a testament to his friendship with Graves and his admiration for Raising Cane’s values.

    Snoop spoke about what he loves about Cane’s:

    “Somebody was saying that Raising Cane’s only got chicken strips, french fries, and toast. I’m like, ‘S***, that’s all you need.’ It’s about quality and consistency.”

    His words echoed Graves’ own philosophy about sticking to what they’re good at and not compromising.

    “We haven’t changed in 28 years,” Graves noted. “We stay focused on our values, and that’s why people keep coming back.”

     

    Snoop also shared personal reflections on leadership, family, and balancing a busy life. “I’ve got so much trust and faith in the people around me,” he said, adding that it’s important to lean on family and trusted partners. He described moments of connection, like when his wife FaceTimed him from Disneyland with their grandkids, emphasizing the importance of making time for the people who matter most.

    “A great leader loves to listen and knows how to receive information,” Snoop continued. “You need to be able to listen to those who’ve helped make you successful.”

    Snoop’s presence at Canecún wasn’t just about his star power; it was also about aligning with Raising Cane’s community-focused values.

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    Graves presented Snoop with a gift of Bruce Lee’s famous nunchucks as a symbol of their partnership and mutual respect.

    According to Graves, the opportunity to work with Snoop and other celebs who champion the brand as “Caniacs” like Post Malone is always a pleasure.

     

    Hit the flip for more from Raising Cane’s “Canecún conference.

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  • Mo’ Money: Snoop Dogg Hints He Made An Astonishing $9 Million For His Olympics Quests & Coverage

    Mo’ Money: Snoop Dogg Hints He Made An Astonishing $9 Million For His Olympics Quests & Coverage

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    Snoop Dogg was the most visible American public figure during the 2024 Olympics and he may have earned a whopping $9M for the fun he had in Paris.

    Now that the 2024 Olympics are over, the road to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics has begun where Snoop Dogg will likely return to be the unofficial Team USA mascot.

     

    During this year’s events, Snoop Dogg was visibly present and even carried the Olympic torch into Paris ahead of the Opening Ceremony. From what we saw, Snoop deserved a gold medal for his time in the City of Light where he closed things out with Dr. Dre for the handover to LA ’28 as part of the Closing Ceremony.

    During the Olympics, a rumor surfaced Snoop was banking $500K a day to participate, and on Friday, Snoop seemingly hinted that he made a whopping $9 million overall for his Olympic side quests.

    On Instagram, Snoop reposted a creator who broke down his possible earnings.

    “This is the main star of the Paris Olympics. Snoop Dogg, a top rapper, gets over $40M rubles daily for his presence at the Paris Olympic Games,” the video says. “Snoop also lives and parties in Paris for free, all to bring more attention to the Olympics. Almost every top broadcast features Snoop, he attends all major Olympic events. For 17 Olympic days, he’ll earn nearly $9 million.”

    Snoop didn’t comment on the video but his reposting of it has fans convinced that it’s true.

    While $9M is a hefty price tag, it was well worth it and hopefully NBC execs will pay him that much again for the 2028 games.

    You can watch the breakdown Snoop Dogg shared on Instagram below.

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  • Snoop Dogg is Team USA’s No. 1 fan at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here are some of his standout moments.

    Snoop Dogg is Team USA’s No. 1 fan at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here are some of his standout moments.

    Team USA has millions of fans, but Snoop Dogg may just be No. 1. It seems everywhere you turn during the 2024 Paris Olympics, there’s Snoop bringing smiles and laughter to everyones’ faces and cheering the athletes on.

    The rapper and media personality has been center stage in his black shades and Team USA tracksuits, shooting the breeze with everyone from Simone Biles to Martha Stewart. 

    Throughout the Games, he’s been providing regular reports for host network NBC. This is the second time Snoop has worked the Olympic circuit, following his breakout role as an Olympic correspondent at the Tokyo Games.

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    American entertainer Snoop Dogg attends a women’s beach volleyball match between the United States and France at the 2024 Summer Olympics.

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    Prior to the start of this year’s festivities, the global star said in a statement, “I will be bringing that Snoop style to the mix.” 

    He has certainly delivered. The 52-year-old rapper’s droll commentary and one-of-a-kind Snoop-energy has set the internet ablaze, with videos of his Olympic cameos quickly going viral. 

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    A’ja Wilson and Snoop Dogg attend the men’s basketball quarterfinals Brazil vs USA match at the 2024 Olympic Games at Bercy Arena on Aug. 6, 2024 in Paris.

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    It’s hard to narrow it down, but here are some of Snoop’s standout moments so far. 

    Olympic torch bearer 

    Snoop started off strong as one of the torch bearers for Team USA. The rap icon was one of the last people to carry the Olympic flame before it reached its final destination at the opening ceremony of the Paris Games. At 6 foot 4, he easily stood out among the crowd. On his way to pass off the flame, he treated fans to the Crip Walk, one of his signature moves.

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    Snoop Dogg carries the Olympic torch at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Saint-Denis, outside Paris, France.

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    Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles victory dance

    Pair up the multi-gold-medal-winning gymnast Simone Biles with Snoop, and nothing but good things are bound to happen.

    Biles and teammate Jordan Chiles were caught in an impromptu dance party with Snoop during the women’s Olympic gymnastics qualifying round. Once the gymnasts spotted him in the crowd, there was no turning back: the two broke out their best moves. The interaction quickly became a viral sensation. 

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    Rapper Snoop Dogg cheers for Team USA team during the qualifying for women’s team gymnastics at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Aug. 4, 2024. 

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    Snoop also showed his support for Biles at the stadium with a custom-made shirt featuring the Olympics athlete. 

    Badminton banter

    An intense badminton rally between the U.S. and China drew thousands of eyes thanks to Snoop’s colorful commentary. 

    “They rockin’ and rollin.’ Back and forth. Gimme that. No, I need that. Nope over here. Nope over there,” he can be heard saying in a now viral clip that’s been liked by over 340,000 TikTok users.

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    Team USA’s Vinson Chiu hits a shot in his mixed doubles badminton group stage match against China during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Porte de la Chapelle Arena in Paris on July 27, 2024.

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    Snoop and Martha Stewart sport matching equestrian attire

    Snoop and Martha Stewart took their friendship to a whole new level during an equestrian dressage match, when they showed up in matching attire consisting of riding boots, white pants, black blazers and helmets.

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    Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart ride in a golf cart at the 2024 Olympics dressage team final in Versailles, France, on Aug. 3, 2024.

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    The two became fast friends over a decade ago, after Snoop made an appearance on Stewart’s cooking show. Since then, they’ve done everything from compete on game shows to star in Super Bowl commercials together.

    During the dressage event — where riders maneuver their horse through a series of moves — the two shared laughs as Snoop made up a rap to go along one of the horse’s sideway shuffles.

    Going for a swim with Michael Phelps

    Legendary Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps may be off the clock, but he’s still getting his laps in — recently with Snoop. The two were spotted going for a swim together in a video posted by NBC. In it, Snoop is wearing a black cap that says “Phelps” on the front.

    “Mike, you make this look too easy,” he says in the clip.

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    Snoop Dogg  looks on ahead of swimming events during the 2024 Olympic Games at the Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, on July 27, 2024.

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    A visit to the Louvre

    Snoop Dogg was caught “snooping around” the Louvre Museum in Paris in a TikTok posted to the rapper’s account on Friday. “You ever seen ‘Night at the Museum’?” Snoop says. “Well, tonight you get to go to the museum with Snoop Dogg.”

    In the minute-long clip, Snoop walks around the empty halls of the Louvre, commenting on works from the museum’s sprawling collection.

    During one of his stops, the rapper has a short stare-off with Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, whose eyes are known to follow admirers everywhere. 

    “I just found out I was Mona Lisa’s twin brother, Tony Lisa,” Snoop says. 

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    Snoop Dogg tries on clothes during Team USA Welcome Experience ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics on July 21, 2024 in Paris.

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  • Martha Stewart Celebrates 83rd Birthday With Snoop Dogg at Paris Olympics

    Martha Stewart Celebrates 83rd Birthday With Snoop Dogg at Paris Olympics

    Lifestyle icon Martha Stewart turns 83 today, making her nearly two years older than President Joe Biden, a year older than actor Harrison Ford, and a full decade younger than media mogul Rupert Murdoch. And yet she seems happier than many of those contemporaries. Is that because she celebrated her birthday 1) in Paris, 2) at the Olympics, and 3) with Snoop Dogg, a Muppet, and a cake made of macarons? Perhaps!

    Stewart, who joked in 2022 that she was too busy to date, spent the day before her birthday on the interview circuit, appearing on Access Hollywood with omnipresent Paris Olympics superfan/“ambassador of happiness” Snoop Dogg, with whom she shared a 2010s-era TV show.

    In the Friday interview, Martha Stewart and Snoop’s on-camera appearance was interrupted by Cookie Monster, a Muppet who’s previously matched wits with John Oliver, Sesame Street neighbor Big Bird, and E.T. But his appearance Friday was anything but contentious, though he snuck up behind Stewart as the interview progressed.

    “Martha! Hi! Happy birthday,” the Muppet called, according to a video posted to TikTok by Access Hollywood. “Cookie Monster, what’s happening baby?” Snoop exclaimed.

    After shouting “Bring it in” to an off-camera helper, the Muppet presented Stewart with a cone-shaped cake fashioned out of macarons, a meringue-based cookie known as a favorite of French Queen Catherine de’ Medici.

    As Stewart once noted on her show, Martha Bakes, it wasn’t until the 1900s that the current version of the filled, sandwich-cookie came into vogue. Stewart skipped the history lesson on Friday, however, digging into one of the cookies after subtly adjusting their plated presentation.

    Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart arrive at the dressage events at the Paris Olympics on August 3, 2024.

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    On Saturday, her actual birthday, Stewart was still hard at work. With Snoop again at her side, the alleged Trump bird-flipper rolled into Versailles in full equestrian gear, where the duo provided commentary for that day’s Olympic dressage event.

    “Snoop called me, and he knows I love horses,” Stewart told Today of her birthday gig. “We’re going to have so much fun.”

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  • Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Tom Cruise, and More A-Listers Pack the Stands at Paris Olympics for Return of Simone Biles

    Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Tom Cruise, and More A-Listers Pack the Stands at Paris Olympics for Return of Simone Biles

    Lady Gaga was also there, fresh off her Opening Ceremonies performance. Another celebrity featured in the Games’ opener, Olympic torch bearer Snoop Dogg, also watched as Biles took the floor. “She nailed it,” Gaga posted to Instagram after Biles’s time on the beam. “What an honor to be so close.”

    Nick Jonas (L) speaks with John Legend and Chrissy Teigen as they attend the Artistic Gymnastics Women’s Qualification on day two of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 28, 2024 in Paris, France.

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    Look in another corner, and you’ll find Joe Jonas chatting it up with John Legend and wife Chrissy Teigen. “This was on our bucket list. We wanted to make sure we came to this event,” Legend told Reuters of the Olympic gymnastics competition. “They represent the best of America and we are so proud and excited for them.”

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    Tom Cruise (R), David Zaslav (2nd-R) and Greta Gerwig (2nd row, R) attend the Artistic Gymnastics Women’s Qualification on day two of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 28, 2024 in Paris, France.

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    At another point in the competition, Barbie director Greta Gerwig took a seat just down from Cruise and Zaslav, watching as Biles and the rest of the US team worked toward what we now know to be a confirmed spot in the finals.

    And so far, things also look good for the 27-year-old Biles, who famously pulled out of the 2021 Tokyo Olympics after a loss of air awareness. The most decorated gymnast in history, she’s expected to compete in the team events as well as the all-around final, vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise.

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  • Pharrell advocates for reviving arts competitions for 2028 Olympics at Louis Vuitton event

    Pharrell advocates for reviving arts competitions for 2028 Olympics at Louis Vuitton event

    PARIS (AP) — If given the chance, Pharrell Williams would reintroduce arts competition into the Olympics, reviving a tradition that’s been missing for nearly 80 years.

    Williams is aiming to reinstate arts competitions back on the world’s biggest sports stage, starting with raising awareness through his star-studded Louis Vuitton event Thursday in Paris. He passionately shared his goal to see the tradition revived by the Olympics in 2028 the night before the Games’ opening ceremony.

    “We get to remind people that at one point, the Olympics actually had the arts as a section that ran all these competitions,” Williams before the event. “Sculpture, architecture, visual arts. The idea we get to put the arts back in. … Why not take this moment to bring awareness?”

    Art competitions first came into fruition at the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm with medals awarded in five categories: architecture, literature, music, painting and sculpture. However, the International Olympic Committee ended the competitions in the 1948 games. An attempt to bring it back was denied four years later.

    Williams, the musician-turned-designer, hosted the ritzy A-list event at the Louis Vuitton Foundation building. Attendees included popular figures such as LeBron James, Steven Spielberg, Mick Jagger, Zendaya, Anna Wintour, Charlize Theron, Serena Williams, Rosalía, Snoop Dogg, Queen Latifah and Zac Efron.

    Williams called the inside of the event like an “indoor carnival.” He curated a select group of world-renowned artists including KAWS, Daniel Arsham and Derek Fordjour to design interactive art installations.

    Some of the sports represented at the event included archery, tennis, basketball and equestrianism along with carnival games. “The game will begin on the inside tonight,” he said.

    Through donations, Williams said he wanted the event to support Olympic hopefuls as well as 36 athletes across 11 different countries who are competing on the Refugee Olympic Team this year.

    “We get to raise money for the other athletes who don’t have the means to get the gear or proper training equipment,” said Williams, who added that he spoke about creating music for the games with Thomas Bach, the president of the IOC.

    The famed producer said he recorded a track called “Triumph is Cosmos.”

    “This is like the victory lap around the solar system,” he said.

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  • Snoop Dogg to Carry Torch for Paris 2024 Olympics

    Snoop Dogg to Carry Torch for Paris 2024 Olympics

    Snoop Dogg will be an Olympic torchbearer, carrying the flame for its final stretch before Friday’s opening ceremony. He will bear the Olympic torch through the northern Paris suburb Saint-Denis, the town’s mayor, Mathieu Hanotin, posted on X. Also bearing the torch that day are French actress Laetitia Casta, French rapper MC Solaar, and Ukrainian retired pole-vaulter Sergey Bubka, according to Le Monde.

    The Paris 2024 Olympics begin on Friday, July 26. Snoop Dogg will be working with NBCUniversal to cover the Olympics.

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  • You’ll never guess what Snoop Dogg is selling now (16 Photos)

    You’ll never guess what Snoop Dogg is selling now (16 Photos)

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  • BOSSIP Exclusive: Snoop Dogg & Tika Sumpter Talk Hilariously Raunchy Sports Comedy ’The Underdoggs,’ Their Winning Chemistry & More

    BOSSIP Exclusive: Snoop Dogg & Tika Sumpter Talk Hilariously Raunchy Sports Comedy ’The Underdoggs,’ Their Winning Chemistry & More


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    The Do-It-All Dogg is back at it again–this time, starring in hilariously raunchy sports comedy The Underdoggs that’s basically a blend of Little Giants and Bebe’s Kids with a Long Beach twist.

    “From underdog to wonderdog,” he said in an interview with Michael Strahan on Good Morning America. “I started off as an underdog, you know? That’s the best dog to ever be, ’cause you the one that they don’t pay attention to.”

    “So you gotta try to figure out how to master you to where you become the greatest you can be,” he added.

    We caught up with Uncle Snoop and Tika Sumpter who talked the shenanigan-stuffed comedy, their winning chemistry, and more in our interview below:

    In The Underdoggs, Jaycen “Two Js” Jennings (Snoop Dogg) is a “washed-up ex-professional football star who has hit rock bottom,” per the official press release.

    “When Jaycen is sentenced to community service coaching the Underdoggs–an unruly pee-wee football team in his hometown of Long Beach, California, he sees it as an opportunity to rebuild his public image and turn his life around.

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    As Jaycen works to transform the foul-mouthed Underdoggs into top-notch champions, he reconnects with his past, including an old flame and few of his ex-teammates and rediscovers his love of the game.”

    Check out the trailer below:

    Directed by Charles Stone III, The Underdoggs also stars Tika Sumpter, Mike Epps, Andrew Schulz, George Lopez, and lovable young stars Jonigan Booth, Adan James Carrillo, Alexander Michael Gordon, Kylah Davilla, and Shamori Washington.

    The cast and special guests including Kandi Burruss (who has a cameo in the film) had a timeee at the star-studded premiere of the film now streaming exclusively on Prime Video.

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  • Christina Applegate Gets Standing Ovation at Emmys, Jokes About MS

    Christina Applegate Gets Standing Ovation at Emmys, Jokes About MS

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    Christina Applegate got folks out of their seats at the Emmys … and it’s all because of her courage.

    The “Dead to Me” star, who is dealing with her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, came out to a standing ovation as she presented the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

    Christina used a cane to get to the stage as the crowd rose to its feet and applauded.

    Ya gotta see the video … she got emotional about the reception she was getting, and cracked a joke, saying … “You’re totally shaming me with disability by standing up.”

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    Remember, Christina revealed her multiple sclerosis diagnosis back in 2021, referring to it as a “strange journey.”

    It’s great to see her involved at the Emmys … when she was up for a SAG award last year she said it would likely be her last award show as an actress because of MS.

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    At that award show she used a cane with a powerful message on it … “F U MS.” While her cane Monday night wasn’t fitted with any such note, Christina’s presence onstage said plenty.

    If her acting career is over, as Christina’s predicted, she could certainly still do award show presenting — she had the Emmys crowd wrapped around her finger.

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  • Bag Secured: NBC Reportedly Adding Snoop Dogg As Primetime Analyst For The 2024 Paris Olympics

    Bag Secured: NBC Reportedly Adding Snoop Dogg As Primetime Analyst For The 2024 Paris Olympics

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    The Paris Olympics will have a new full-time analyst as Snoop Dogg has been added to NBC’s coverage plans.

    When it comes to keeping jobs lined up nobody will outwork Snoop Dogg. From promoting a smokeless fire pit to being a playable character in Call Of Duty, he’s everywhere. One job that people have always enjoyed the most is his color commentary and while it might fly under the radar, he has long record in vocal talents outside of rapping.

    He’s worked with the UFC before and most infamously, provided the play-by-play of Jake Paul’s viral knockout in his fight with Nate Robinson. According to Sports Illustrated, his latest job may be the biggest of all his commentary gigs as Uncle Snoop will reportedly be a full-time Analyst for the upcoming Paris Olympics.

    “I grew up watching the Olympics and am thrilled to see the incredible athletes bring their A-game to Paris. It’s a celebration of skill, dedication, and the pursuit of greatness,” the rapper said in a statement. “We’re going to have some amazing competitions and, of course, I will be bringing that Snoop style to the mix. It’s going to be the most epic Olympics ever, so stay tuned, and keep it locked.”

    This move shouldn’t be surprising after he stole the show with Kevin Hart during the 2020 Summer Olympics. For some reason, Hart and Snoop’s commentary was limited to Peacock but as word spread of the duo covering the Olympics, people flocked to the streaming service to watch them in action. This time the fun won’t be limited so more people can tune in and enjoy.

    Will you be watching the Paris Olympics?

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  • The first 10 years of legal marijuana in Colorado were a wild ride. What will happen in the next decade? – The Cannabist

    The first 10 years of legal marijuana in Colorado were a wild ride. What will happen in the next decade? – The Cannabist

    The world’s first legal sale of recreational marijuana happened in Denver on Jan. 1, 2014. In fact, it happened twice.

    Mason Tvert was managing the onslaught of media that descended on the Mile High City to witness the historic moment, set in motion by the successful legalization campaign he’d led. So many camera crews and reporters showed up that morning that Tvert decided to rotate two groups through the dispensary’s sales floor — with each transaction billed as the first time anyone 21 or older could legally buy weed simply by walking into a store, showing ID and paying for it, no doctor’s note necessary.

    Cannabis enthusiasts also flocked to downtown Denver that day. Lines outside the new rec stores stretched down city blocks. Buyers exited with purchases in hand, holding them overhead like victory trophies. Rumors even swirled that some stores had sold out, only adding to the fervor.

    Read the rest of this story on DenverPost.com.

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  • Does Bad Bunny Use Weed

    Does Bad Bunny Use Weed

    For three years Bad Bunny has been the global money maker for Spotify, but he was recently dethroned by the juggernaut of Taylor Swift.  So while the Swiftees have changed the top spot, he still reigns at the King of Streaming. His appeal spans borders and languages with fans going wild at performances. With all the excitement, pressure and creativity, does Bad Bunny use weed and just kick back and chill?

    The Puerto Rican was born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio in 1994, he started by singing in the choir.  A good boy who liked being home with his family, music became absorbed into his system. He started writing and creating his own interpretations at the age of 14. In 2016, his song “Diles” caught the attention of DJ Luian from SoundCloud. who signed him to his record label, Hear this Music. He has gone on to success after success.

    RELATED: People Who Use Weed Also Do More Of Another Fun Thing

    Living in the spotlight, Bad Bunny has had his share of good and negative headlines. But he has used his fame for good. He criticized the lack of humanitarian aid in the wake of Hurricane Maria, which devastated the island of Puerto Rico.  He established the Good Bunny Foundation, which distributes toys to children living in poverty in Puerto Rico. In 2019, he was nominated for Telemundo’s inaugural Premios Tu Música Urbano, in the category of “Humanitarian Award of the Year.”

    Bad Bunny’s first radio hit in 2017 was “Krippy Kush” which is essentially about smoking weed and sharing it with women. Bad Bunny’s “Hoy Cobré” pays a little homage to Snoop Dogg. While vaping enter a store with a no-smoking policy, Bad Bunny puts up a fight and the security guard arrives played by Snoop Dogg.

    So does Bad Bunny use weed? It is reported he doesn’t use cannabis as often as he once did, He continues to have songs where he has mentions or alludes to cannabis, like Soy Peor, La Noche de Anoche, I Like It, Callaita, La Cartera, and more. Back in the day while rising to pop star fame, he was just as likely to be consuming weed as composing, playing video games or painting his nails. There can be a whiff of marijuana around him and his crew and local dispensaries benefit from his concert visits.

    RELATED: Does Gal Gadot Smoke Weed?

    He does use and chill, but with his continued growing popularity and empire, the guess is he works much more now.

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  • Boosie Badazz Speaks On Snoop Dogg’s Quitting “Smoke” Claim – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    Boosie Badazz Speaks On Snoop Dogg’s Quitting “Smoke” Claim – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    Boosie Badazz has weighed in on Snoop Dogg’s claim he’s quitting “smoke” and shared his journey after stopping his own marijuana use.

    Snoop Dogg, renowned as a cannabis aficionado, surprised fans when he announced on Instagram his alleged intention to give up smoking. He explained that the decision came after “much consideration & conversation with my family” and requested privacy “during this time.”

    Boosie’s decision to quit, on the other hand, was influenced by his probation terms, which required him to wear an ankle monitor and abstain from weed. He noted a significant change in his health and mindset.

    “I mean, he [Snoop Dogg] know what he need better than anybody,” Boosie said in a post. “I know you’re gonna gain weight. You’re gonna think better. Since I don’t smoke, I don’t get mad as I used to get mad. I think better. I was smoking an ounce a day. Since I don’t smoke my temper is controlled.”

    The scientific community corroborates Boosie Badazz’s experiences.

    Studies have shown that cessation from long-term and regular cannabis helps with memory, improved breathing, a healthier respiratory and cardiovascular…

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  • Snoop Dogg says he’s ‘giving up smoke,’ asks fans to respect his privacy – National | Globalnews.ca

    Snoop Dogg says he’s ‘giving up smoke,’ asks fans to respect his privacy – National | Globalnews.ca

    After building a career themed around heavy marijuana consumption, Snoop Dogg says he’s “decided to give up smoke.”

    On Thursday, the 52-year-old rap mogul surprised his fans when he seemingly said he’s officially ditching his rolling papers and lighter.

    Snoop Dogg posted a sombre-looking black and white photo of himself to Instagram with a simple statement.

    “After much consideration & conversation with my family, I’ve decided to give up smoke,” he wrote. “Please respect my privacy at this time.”

    The Gin and Juice rapper even signed the statement with his signature.

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    Understandably, the announcement came as a shock to anyone with even a slight awareness of Snoop Dogg, who has long branded himself as an unofficial 420 ambassador. Snoop Dogg, who for decades has been known to chain-smoke joints, even once claimed to have lit up inside the White House after hiding a pre-roll in his sock.


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    In the comments of his post, many of Snoop Dogg’s followers — including MMA fighter Conor McGregor — congratulated him on the decision to stop smoking. Others wondered if Snoop Dogg was joking or using the statement as a form of social media marketing for a potential upcoming project.

    Hours after his statement, Snoop Dogg doubled down on his claim with another post. Alongside an equally sombre selfie, Snoop Dogg wrote a simple message: “Respect my privacy.”

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    Again, the post was met with equal parts encouragement and skepticism. Some of the rapper’s fans said their bucket-list dreams to smoke weed with Snoop Dogg have been dashed by the news.

    Many others wondered what would happen to Snoop Dogg’s full-time blunt roller, who was reportedly paid between US$40,000 (nearly C$55,000) and $50,000 (about $C68,700) a year, on top of other perks like free trips and smoking with the rap legend himself.

    Until this week, Snoop Dogg was ubiquitous with marijuana. Throughout his decades-long career, the rapper has released music, apparel, cookbooks and other merchandise themed around the plant. In 2015, he even launched his own lifestyle website, Merry Jane, where he sold Leafs by Snoop, an eight-strain line of marijuana flower handpicked by the connoisseur himself.

    Just this week, Snoop Dogg even launched a limited-edition ‘Best Buds’ handbag with his TV co-host Martha Stewart. The crossbody bag includes a functional BIC lighter securely in the latch to prevent “unwanted borrowing.”

    Frequent cannabis users can develop long-term negative health effects as a result of the drug, recent research has shown. According to the government of Canada, these effects can include worsened memory and concentration, a chronic cough and an increased risk of addiction.


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    Whether or not Snoop is serious or will continue to “smoke weed every day” remains to be seen.

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  • Snoop Dogg Announces He’s “Giving Up Smoke” After Years Of Marijuana Use – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    Snoop Dogg Announces He’s “Giving Up Smoke” After Years Of Marijuana Use – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

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  • Snoop Dogg Says He’s Giving Up Smoking In Social Media Posts

    Snoop Dogg Says He’s Giving Up Smoking In Social Media Posts

    Snoop Dogg has announced on social media that he is giving up his most well-known vice.

    “I’m giving up smoke,” Snoop Dogg wrote on X and Instagram. “After much consideration & conversation with my family, I’ve decided to give up smoke. Please respect my privacy at this time.”

    No reason was given for the abrupt decision, nor was it specified if the noted cannabis enthusiast is passing strictly on the cannabis puff-puff.

    Some speculated that the 52-year-old Snoop may switch to cannabis edibles to preserve his lungs.

    Snoop and cannabis have long been linked during his career, starting with his guest appearances on Dr. Dre’s 1992 album, “The Chronic.”

    Like tobacco smoke, marijuana smoke irritates the lungs. It also contains levels of volatile chemicals and tar that are similar to tobacco smoke, raising concerns about risk for cancer and lung disease for heavy users.

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