Snoop Dogg Earns Nearly $500K Daily as NBC’s Olympic Correspondent
Celebrity rapper Snoop Dogg, 52, is earning nearly $500,000 per day for his appearances as NBC’s special Olympic correspondent. His appearances have warmed the hearts of many amidst an Olympics with some difficult moments, including an offensive opening night scene, a boxing scandal, and a polluted Seine.
Snoop’s Presence in Paris
Snoop can be seen throughout the Olympic games and throughout the large metropolis of Paris. He attempts to perform different athletic feats and uses his signature rapping skills to interact with the camera, athletes, and the viewing public.
Embracing the Olympic Spirit
He often dresses the part, including donning Equestrian-wear alongside his odd-couple best friend, Martha Stewart.
Learning from the Best
He gets a swimming lesson from none other than Michael Phelps, Olympian-extraordinaire.
A Unique Perspective
NBC employed Snoop Dogg, 52, to give viewers a different and unique glimpse into the historic games than they had previously seen.
Engaging the Audience
Snoop’s personage and personality are unique, likable, and quirky to draw in viewers watching athletic performances that can become repetitive or require bouts of waiting between heats.
Memorable Moments
Snoop opened the games by running with the Olympic torch. He also took a private tour of the iconic Louvre art museum. Snoop’s clips have gone viral and have been viewed millions of times.
Staying True to Himself
Part of his success as a correspondent for the games is that he has stuck to his personality for his act, rather than getting political or taking sides in some of the more controversial aspects of this Olympics.
Team USA Superfan
He claimed to be a Team USA superfan and said, “I’m doing what I do to stay correct politically and just being Snoop Dogg. That’s what I know how to do the best.”
The Torch Run Experience
After Snoop ran with the Olympic torch in the opening ceremony, he said, “I felt like Muhammad Ali. I learned you’re a peace messenger when you hold the torch.”
Commitment to Peace and Sportsmanship
He also conveyed his intent to participate in the games, saying, “I was waving, shaking hands, kissing the babies—doing what I do. Do you understand me? I put my foot on the pavement, letting the people know we’re here. We’re here for peace, love, unity, and great sportsmanship.”
Future Appearances
Speculators believe that Snoop Dogg will likely appear on the next NBC Olympics coverage team in 2026 in Milano-Cortina.
Praise from NBC Executives
NBC Sports president Rick Cordella said, “Snoop has done everything beyond what we ever expected him to do in the Paris Games. He has been enthusiastic. He has been optimistic. We’d be thrilled to have Snoop back in any capacity he would want to come back in.”
A Warm Invitation
NBCUniversal Media chairman Mark Lazarus responded “yes” when asked if NBC would ask Snoop Dogg to return to the next Olympic coverage team.
Juliet Potrykus
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