Snoop Dogg will make a triumphant return to "The Voice" for its 28th season, set to air in the fall. The hip-hop legend and entertainment mogul first graced the NBC singing competition's stage, known for its rotating panel of coaching superstars, during season 26 last year. He occupied one of the show's iconic red chairs alongside Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, and Gwen Stefani, bringing his unique charm and perspective to the mix.
However, he took a brief hiatus from the currently airing season, leaving the coaching duties to rookie Kelsea Ballerini, alongside seasoned veterans Bublé, John Legend, and Adam Levine. The fate of the remaining coaching spots for season 28 remains a mystery, with past coaches including Alicia Keys, Blake Shelton, Usher, Miley Cyrus, Ariana Grande, and many more, adding to the show's eclectic and talented lineup.
During his tenure on "The Voice," viewers were treated to a more emotional side of Snoop than they had ever seen before in his decades-long career in the spotlight. He shed tears twice during the season premiere, once out of sheer joy when McEntire chose a contestant for her team after none of the coaches had turned their chairs for that particular hopeful.
By the season finale, Snoop had forged a deep bond with his team member Jeremy Beloate. As Beloate sang "What the World Needs Now" by Jackie DeShannon, tears streamed down Snoop's face, showcasing the genuine connection he had formed with his protégé.
Beloate joked to the camera that he was like Snoop's "new Martha Stewart if she sang," highlighting their unlikely but effective partnership. In response, Snoop praised Beloate, saying, "Music is not always about how it sounds. It's about how it makes you feel."
Snoop's return to the primetime reality competition is part of a broader, multi-year collaboration between NBCUniversal and his production company, Death Row Pictures. This deal also encompasses a biopic to be produced by the Oscar-winning star and producer Brian Grazer, as announced by Donna Langley, the head of entertainment and studios at NBCUniversal.
In a statement, the Grammy-nominated star, born Calvin Broadus, said, "Not everyone has the courage and vision to see what Death Row Pictures can bring to the table. But Donna and the NBCUniversal team have always understood, which is why I am proud to call NBCUniversal my new home. The Dogg has officially moved into the neighborhood, ya dig?"
The current season of "The Voice" will conclude in May, leaving fans eagerly anticipating Snoop Dogg's return to the stage and the exciting new collaborations that are sure to come.
