Snoop Dogg to carry Olympic torch in final stretch
The torch has spent the past two months making its way through France, and it will travel to 68 different stages before opening ceremony.
Snoop Dogg, the multifaceted American rapper, added another feather to his already impressive cap by serving as an Olympic torchbearer. The renowned artist, known for his chart-topping music, entrepreneurial ventures, and omnipresence in the entertainment industry, had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch through the streets of Saint-Denis in northern Paris. Saint-Denis, the site of the Olympic Stadium and the Aquatics Centre, holds significance as a key location for the Olympic Games.
Snoop Dogg was not alone in this prestigious endeavor, as he was joined by prominent French celebrities, including the esteemed actress Laetitia Casta and the talented rapper MC Solaar, for the final stretch of the torch relay. This opportunity further solidifies Snoop Dogg's connection to the 2024 Olympics, as he is also set to contribute as a commentator for NBC during the events.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, the host city of the 2028 Summer Games, Snoop Dogg has always had a special connection to the world of sports and entertainment. The torch relay, which has been making its way through France over the past two months, encompasses 68 different stages before culminating in the opening ceremony on Friday. Thus far, the sole American torchbearer in 2024 has been , a senior executive at Best Buy, showcasing the diversity of individuals honored with this opportunity.
The identity of the individual who will light the Olympic cauldron in the Tuileries Gardens during the opening ceremony remains a tightly kept secret. According to organizing committee president Tony Estanguet, the chosen person is not yet aware of their selection, adding an element of surprise and anticipation to the proceedings. Snoop Dogg's involvement as a torchbearer further highlights his enduring relevance and impact across various facets of popular culture.
Snoop Dogg was not alone in this prestigious endeavor, as he was joined by prominent French celebrities, including the esteemed actress Laetitia Casta and the talented rapper MC Solaar, for the final stretch of the torch relay. This opportunity further solidifies Snoop Dogg's connection to the 2024 Olympics, as he is also set to contribute as a commentator for NBC during the events.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, the host city of the 2028 Summer Games, Snoop Dogg has always had a special connection to the world of sports and entertainment. The torch relay, which has been making its way through France over the past two months, encompasses 68 different stages before culminating in the opening ceremony on Friday. Thus far, the sole American torchbearer in 2024 has been , a senior executive at Best Buy, showcasing the diversity of individuals honored with this opportunity.
The identity of the individual who will light the Olympic cauldron in the Tuileries Gardens during the opening ceremony remains a tightly kept secret. According to organizing committee president Tony Estanguet, the chosen person is not yet aware of their selection, adding an element of surprise and anticipation to the proceedings. Snoop Dogg's involvement as a torchbearer further highlights his enduring relevance and impact across various facets of popular culture.