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Snoop Dogg announces decision to 'give up smoke'; sparks health concerns among fans

Rapper Snoop Dogg surprised fans by announcing his decision to qu... Read More
In a surprising announcement, rapper and longtime marijuana advocate Snoop Dogg, at 52, has declared his decision to quit smoking. Fans and followers of the rap legend were taken aback by the announcement, made via Instagram on Thursday, accompanied by a black and white photo of the artist.

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“After much consideration & conversation with my family, I’ve decided to give up smoke,” Snoop shared on his Instagram post, requesting privacy during this period of transition.

The abrupt decision has sparked speculation among fans, as the rapper has not disclosed specific reasons for his sudden departure from a habit deeply ingrained in his public persona.


Snoop Dogg, known for hits like "Drop It Like It’s Hot," has long been an advocate for marijuana. Notably, he has even alluded to sharing a smoke session with a former president, adding to his reputation as a vocal supporter of cannabis culture.

The rapper's announcement raises questions about the underlying motivations behind this unexpected lifestyle change. In a related news, singer Ed Sheeran made headlines when he recently reminisced about his experience smoking with Snoop Dogg during a visit to Melbourne, Australia. The 32-year-old singer shared details of going "blunt for blunt for blunt for blunt" with the rapper in his dressing room.

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Ed, who is not a regular smoker, described the experience as an 'intoxicating experience' during an appearance on Conan O’Brien's podcast.


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