Rapper broadens his horizons beyond music

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Snoop Dogg, the legendary rapper and pop culture icon, recently made waves in Eugene, Oregon, as part of the NBC team. Snoop will help NBC bring a fresh and entertaining perspective to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with the goal of making the event more accessible and appealing to a wider audience.

Snoop commented on a track and field event, focusing on a steeplechase race. His unique and humorous style immediately captured the viewers’ attention, setting the stage for an unforgettable broadcast.

The rapper’s vivid and playful comments continued as the race progressed. “Oh, get up out of there. Oh, they’re coming after him. Seven deep. Like horses,” he exclaimed, surely eliciting laughter from fans tuning in to witness his view of the event. His enthusiasm was infectious, and his analogies brought a fresh, relatable air to sports commentary.

This hilarious moment underscored Snoop Dogg’s versatility and willingness to expand his horizons beyond music. Snoop Dogg’s participation in NBC’s commentary team is a brilliant move to attract a younger, more diverse audience to the Olympics.

So far, it seems to be working: 5.2 million viewers tuned in Sunday in prime time, the largest television audience for athletics in 12 years.

His charismatic and humorous take on sporting events is sure to offer a refreshing contrast to traditional commentator styles, ensuring that viewers of all backgrounds can enjoy the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Other celebrities joining NBC’s broadcast during the Paris Olympics include Kelly Clarkson, Leslie Jones, Peyton Manning and Jimmy Fallon, among others. On Wednesday, NBC announced that Saturday Night Live’s Colin Jost would help cover the Olympic surfing, which takes place this summer in Tahiti.

As we look forward to the Paris 2024 Olympics, it’s clear that with Snoop Dogg on board, viewers are in for a truly entertaining experience.