Fans of the iconic rapper Snoop Dogg have been left astonished after learning the wholesome inspiration behind his legendary stage name, even though he has been in the spotlight for more than three decades. The artist, who recently became a shareholder in Swansea City, has been known to millions as Snoop Dogg, but his real name is Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr.
The Origin of the Nickname
The revelation came via a Reddit post in the 'Today I Learned' forum, where a user shared that Snoop Dogg's mother gave him the nickname because she thought he resembled Snoopy from the Peanuts comic strip. The post linked to the rapper's Wikipedia page, prompting a wave of surprise among fans.
Mother's Inspiration
In an interview on the Kelly Clarkson show, Snoop Dogg recounted how his mother, Beverly Tate, started calling him Snoopy. 'As a kid, I watched Charlie Brown, and I watched Snoopy so much, my mother was like 'you watch him so damn much, you're starting to look like him',' he explained. He added that his mother never called him by his real name, always referring to him as Snoopy.
Fan Reactions
Fans took to social media to express their surprise and admiration. One commented, 'Even though this is the first time I'm hearing about how Snoop Dogg got his stage name, listening to his story I had a feeling that's how he'd gotten the name, because it makes sense.' Another wrote, 'So cute he went with his mom's given nickname.' A third user admitted, 'I had NO IDEA that WHERE SNOOP DOG CAME FROM!!!!'
Legacy of Beverly Tate
Beverly Tate passed away on October 24, 2021, at the age of 70, after battling an undisclosed illness. Snoop Dogg paid tribute to her, calling her an 'angel' and honoring her during his performances. The nickname she gave him has become a global brand, symbolizing the enduring bond between mother and son.
