Snoop Doggs Grandkid Who Passed away Lives on in Memory, Meet His 7 Grandchildren
Snoop Dogg, a cultural icon known for his music and larger-than-life stage presence, reveals a much more tender side when it comes to his family. His role as a grandfather is a testament to the love, joy, and personal growth that family brings into his life, marked by moments of both celebration and loss.
Born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., Snoop has achieved success beyond his music career, becoming a proud father and grandfather. He married Shante Broadus in 1997, and together they raised four children: Corde (30), Cordell (27), Cori (25), and Julian (26). His family has expanded over the years, with each new grandchild deepening his commitment to family life. Despite the joys of grandparenthood, Snoop has faced heartbreak, particularly with the loss of one of his beloved grandchildren, whose memory he continues to honor.
In 2007, Snoop shared his perspective on family life while promoting his reality show Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood. The show aimed to shed light on the often-overlooked side of hip-hop artists as fathers. Snoop told People at the time, “I got kids, and I always play my music for them. I like to hear what they like. They think I’m old, but I think I’m young.” Reflecting on the impact of fatherhood, he noted, “Ninety percent of rappers grew up without fathers, but you see ninety percent of those rappers becoming fathers to their kids. We don’t ever get commended for that. We become real men when we get to this level we’re at right now.”
As his family grew, Snoop remained actively involved, and in 2015, he rated himself a “7-plus” as a father, acknowledging both his strengths and areas for improvement. “My relationship with my kids is more important than anything. It’s a friendship relationship… it’s based on me being a father, a mentor, and a friend,” he said in an interview with Today.
Snoop’s grandfatherly role began with the birth of his first grandchild, Zion Kalvin Broadus, in 2015. Proud of the new title, he shared a post saying, “Proud grandad. My son spank n grandson Zion!!🍼🙏🌟✨Jah bless.” Zion, now 9, remains a constant source of joy in Snoop’s life, and he fondly refers to himself as “Papa Snoop” to his grandkids.
In 2024, Snoop opened up about his grandkids during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, mentioning how each grandchild calls him “Papa Snoop,” a nickname that originated when his oldest grandson struggled to pronounce “Snoop.” “I love them all the same way,” Snoop shared, speaking with pride about each of them, and reminiscing about how his oldest grandchild first called him “Papa Noop.”
However, not all moments in Snoop’s family life have been joyful. In September 2019, Snoop tragically lost his 10-day-old grandson, Kai Love, to a congenital heart defect. The loss deeply affected Snoop, who posted a heartfelt tribute on social media, reflecting his unwavering faith despite the pain. “If you’re facing something you don’t understand: Choose to trust God,” he wrote. “Remember all He has done for you. His ways are higher than ours. He is always good.”
Kai’s parents, Snoop’s son Corde and his wife Soraya Love, were devastated by the loss. In a poignant Instagram post marking what would have been Kai’s fourth birthday, Soraya shared, “Happy heavenly birthday to my 1st son Kai Love who passed away 9-15-2019.” She used her grief as a motivation for her own personal growth, helping others and spreading love. This loss led to the creation of the Kai Heart Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting those facing heart-related challenges, inspired by Kai’s legacy.
Snoop’s family continued to grow in the years that followed, each new grandchild bringing new joy and purpose. Elleven Love Broadus, born in August 2018, marked another milestone for the family. Soraya celebrated Elleven’s fifth birthday in 2023, describing her as an “old soul” who taught her to be a mother. In March 2019, Cordoba Journey Broadus, the daughter of Snoop’s son Cordell and his wife Phia, joined the family. Cordoba, now 5, even accompanied Snoop to a Chanel fashion show in 2023, showcasing the close bond they share.
Sky Love Broadus, born in February 2021, was another addition to Snoop’s ever-growing family, with Shante and Snoop’s love continuing to expand across generations. Each grandchild represents a new chapter in Snoop’s life, blending moments of joy with the deep reflection and resilience he’s gained from his own experiences. Through all the ups and downs, Snoop remains a steadfast figure in the lives of his family, embodying the power of love, faith, and perseverance in the face of life’s challenges.