Snoop Dogg Named to TIME100 List for 2025, Celebrated for Artistic and Cultural Impact
Date: 17-apr-2025
Rapper, entrepreneur, and children's entertainer — Snoop continues to redefine legacy
April 17, 2025 — Global music icon Snoop Dogg has been officially named to the TIME100 list for 2025, joining a select group of the world's most influential people. At 53, Snoop is recognized not only for his decades-spanning rap career but also for his evolution into an entrepreneur, producer, philanthropist, and even a creator of children’s content.
From West Coast hip-hop to global influence
First rising to fame in the early 1990s with his debut on Dr. Dre’s *The Chronic* and his solo album *Doggystyle*, Snoop Dogg — born Calvin Broadus Jr. — has since become a fixture in pop culture. Over the past three decades, he has transformed from a rap star to a household name, known for his music, TV appearances, and savvy business ventures.
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A multi-dimensional legacy
According to TIME, Snoop Dogg was selected for his "authentic and evolving presence in entertainment, business, and community engagement." The rapper has diversified his portfolio with cannabis ventures, cookbook releases, tech investments, and a collaboration with Martha Stewart that won over unlikely audiences.
- Children’s Content: Creator of “Doggyland,” a YouTube series teaching values and learning to young kids.
- Business Moves: Acquired Death Row Records and reimagined it as a digital-forward label.
- Philanthropy: Supports youth football leagues and underserved communities in Los Angeles.
Humble and humorous as ever
In his interview with TIME, Snoop shared, “I never planned on being a role model. I just kept being me — and I guess that meant something to people.” His humility, humor, and consistent reinvention have made him not only relevant, but beloved across generations.
A cultural icon still evolving
Snoop Dogg’s inclusion in the TIME100 list is a nod not just to what he’s accomplished, but how he continues to evolve. As the lines between entertainment, activism, and entrepreneurship blur in the digital age, Snoop stands as a symbol of staying true to one’s roots while growing with the times.
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