Rapper Snoop Dogg, a big cannabis lover, announces he will stop smoking

News that will surprise more than one person. The famous American rapper Snoop Dogg, known to be a big user of cannabis, announced he was quitting smoking on social networks this Thursday.

“After much consideration and discussion with my family, I have decided to quit smoking. Please respect my privacy at this time,” he posted on his Instagram and X accounts.

The legendary nonchalant artist, aged 52, did not specify whether by this he meant quitting only tobacco, cannabis or both.

The news was so surprising that many of his fans reacted with skepticism on social networks, notably reminding the rapper that mid-November is not a good date for an April Fool’s joke. More seriously, other fans worry about possible health problems for the star or congratulate him on his future sobriety. Contacted by AFP, his manager did not immediately respond.

A personal joint roller

Known in 1992 for having made several appearances on his friend Dr. Dre’s album “The Chronic” released in 1992, Snoop Dogg was made famous by his solo album “Doggystyle” and his single “Who am I” released in 1993 Since then, the internationally renowned hip-hop star has sold millions of albums around the world, thanks to other hits like “Gin & Juice”, “The Next Episode” and “Drop It Like It’s Hot “.

Snoop Dogg, real name Calvin Broadus, who is known to employ a personal joint roller, has also done business with the cannabis industry, now legal in many US states, including his native California .