“I decided to quit smoking,” reveals rapper Snoop Dogg, a big cannabis lover

“After much consideration and discussion with my family, I have decided to quit smoking. Please respect my privacy at this time.” This message, hascaccompanied by a photograph showing him with folded hands, was published by the famous rapper Snoop Dogg Thursday November 16 on social networks.

Aged 52, the Californian artist with legendary nonchalance did not specify whether by this he meant quitting only tobacco or also cannabis.

A joke ?

Many of his fans reacted to this announcement with skepticism, assuring that it was a joke, while others were worried about potential health problems for the star. Contacted by AFP, his manager did not immediately respond.

Snoop Dogg rose to fame in the early 1990s with his solo album Doggystyle, produced by hip-hop star Dr. Dre. The rapper has sold millions of albums around the world, notably thanks to several hits like Gin & Juice Or Drop It Like It’s Hot. The singer, who is known to employ a professional joint roller, has also done business in the cannabis industry, which is now legal in many US states.