Snoop Dogg and his wife Shante Broadus, high school sweethearts who married in 1997, have weathered many storms together. Despite facing challenges, including a brief separation in 2004, the couple renewed their vows just four years later and have remained committed ever since.
In a revealing interview with People magazine, the 52-year-old rapper reflected on their journey, emphasizing their vow of “till death do us part.” “When we said we’d marry, we married ’til death do us part. Ain’t that what it says? Not ’til arguments do us part or fighting or finances, but till death do us part,” he said.
Snoop Dogg admitted that their early years were rocky due to the newness of success for both. “In relationships like this, it’s a rocky road in the beginning because success is new to both,” he explained. He also noted his past confusion about involving Shante in his career, saying, “‘Some things I want you to be a part of, some things I don’t want you to be a part of to protect you.’ But not knowing that she should have been there the whole way to protect [me].”
He praised Shante’s role in their marriage, stating, “I’m a loving, caring, providing husband. My wife ain’t never worked a day in her life, and that’s what I love is that I’m in a position of where you don’t have to work. I am the work and you are my backbone.” He credited her with teaching him about “patience, understanding what family is, making time for family and not making excuses.”
For those seeking lasting love, Snoop shared personal advice: “Find out what your companion loves the most and concentrate on doing it the most. That’s real love.”
Together, Snoop Dogg and Shante have three children and several grandchildren, showcasing a resilient and enduring partnership.