Snoop Dogg celebrates 27 years of marriage with Shante Broadus

The two, who met as teenagers, have three children together and are even proud grandparents.

A Milestone Anniversary

Snoop Dogg marked a significant milestone on June 15, celebrating 27 years of marriage with his wife and manager, Shante Broadus.

The 52-year-old rapper shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, captioning a series of photos with “#TwentySeven 💙🔥💎 👏🏿” and tagging Broadus, who mirrored the sentiment on her own Instagram.

A Coordinated Celebration

In the shared snapshots, the couple donned matching pink-and-white sweatsuit sets, with Snoop affectionately wrapping his arm around Broadus.

Broadus added a pop of color with a bright blue cross-body bag. Their casual, coordinated attire highlighted the relaxed and enduring nature of their relationship.

High School Sweethearts

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Snoop and Shante’s love story began at Long Beach Polytechnic High School in California, where they met as teenagers and even attended prom together in 1989. They tied the knot in a memorable ceremony at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Marina Del Rey, California, in June 1997.

Family Ties

The couple shares three children: sons Cordé, 29, and Cordell, 27, and daughter Cori, 24. Snoop also has a son, Julian, 25, from a previous relationship with Laurie Helmond.

Their family has grown over the years, making Snoop and Shante proud grandparents to Cordé’s children: sons Zion and Leo and daughter Elleven. Their grandson Kai Love tragically passed away in 2019 at just 10 days old.

A Journey Through Ups and Downs

In 2004, Snoop and Broadus faced a brief separation but renewed their vows in 2008, reaffirming their commitment to each other.

Reflecting on their reconciliation, Snoop told PEOPLE in 2007, “I thought I was the man, and I was willing to give up what I had at home for that until I realized that what I had at home was irreplaceable.”

The Secret to Their Lasting Marriage

In a 2023 interview on Today, Snoop shared insights into why their marriage has endured, stating, “I think because we were both young and we were both willing to sacrifice for each other.”

He emphasized the mutual understanding and support of each other’s dreams and goals as a cornerstone of their relationship. “When you truly love somebody, there ain’t nothing you can do to break that up, and I feel like that was true love at first sight,” he added.

Conclusion

Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus’s 27-year marriage is a testament to their enduring love and commitment. Their journey, filled with highs and lows, showcases the strength of their bond and the power of true love and mutual respect.