The upcoming Snoop Dogg biopic, Snoop, is bringing together a cast of actors to portray some of the most recognizable names in hip-hop history.
Universal Pictures has confirmed that Jonathan Daviss, known for Outer Banks, will play Snoop Dogg in the film, which is scheduled to reach theaters on August 6, 2027.
Myles Bullock will portray Dr. Dre, while Camron Jones takes on the role of Tupac Shakur. Algee Smith will play Warren G, Tre Hale will portray Suge Knight, and SwayvoTwain, the son of D’Angelo and Angie Stone, will portray The Notorious B.I.G.
The cast also includes Lauren London as Snoop’s mother, Beverly Tate, and Laya DeLeon Hayes as his wife, Shante Broadus. Corey Champagne will portray Nate Dogg, Olly Sholotan will play Kurupt, and Jonica Booth will appear as The Lady of Rage.
Cynthia Erivo has also joined the production as Afeni Shakur, Tupac’s mother.
Directed by Craig Brewer, the film will explore Snoop Dogg’s rise from Long Beach, California, to international fame, featuring music from his extensive catalog.