Snoop Dogg is an American rapper, songwriter, and cultural icon born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California. He rose to fame in the early 1990s with his laid-back flow and West Coast sound, debuting on Dr. Dre’s The Chronic before releasing his own classic album Doggystyle. Known for hits like “Gin and Juice” and “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” Snoop Dogg has built a career that spans music, film, fashion, and entertainment, making him one of hip-hop’s most recognizable figures.