Watch Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre drop the beat in style at LA beach for 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The Paris Olympics 2024 has come to a dramatic close, culminating in a spectacular finale in Long Beach, California.
On August 11th, Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre delivered an electrifying performance that captivated the audience and is now being celebrated as the highlight of the closing ceremony.
Their performance is being hailed as the moment that truly saved the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, following an unforgettable stunt by Hollywood legend Tom Cruise.
Cruise wowed fans with a breathtaking leap from a rooftop and a memorable flag-passing ceremony, adding a touch of cinematic magic to the grand finale.
LA28 we ready!!! Closing ceremony vibes wit @drdre yall 🇺🇸🇫🇷💯👊🏿 pic.twitter.com/sxLnlRq00Z
— Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) August 12, 2024
Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre perform at the LA28 Olympic Games handover celebration
The Olympic handover ceremony, marking the transition from Paris to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games, concluded with a spectacular performance by Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre.
Dogg, 52, had been charming Olympic fans throughout the week as a commentator and cultural ambassador.
Snoop Dogg took center stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony, delivering a standout performance of 'Drop It Like It's Hot' as part of the handover to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games.
His closing act was set against the backdrop of a beach filled with giant sandcastles, and he was later joined by Dr Dre for a beachside rendition of 'The Next Episode.'
Notably, Snoop Dogg dazzled in a full white Olympic-themed suit, complete with an overcoat emblazoned with "USA." On the other hand, Dr Dre was dressed in a sleek black suit, delivering a memorable performance for the fans.
Snoop's performance completed his full-circle participation in the Olympics. He also made a memorable appearance at the opening ceremony on July 26, where he carried the Olympic torch.
With the #Olympics coming to LA in 2028…
— Dr. Dre Radar (@dreradar_) August 11, 2024
It only makes sense to have Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre perform to celebrate 🐐🐐 pic.twitter.com/1YOoC3LJZf
As a special correspondent for NBC's Olympic coverage, Snoop captivated fans with his enthusiastic support of Team USA, from cheering for Simone Biles and her fellow gymnasts to joining Olympic legend Michael Phelps in a swimming session.
His lively reactions to Olympic events, including lifting his sunglasses during the women’s artistic gymnastics qualification on July 28, went viral.
🔥🚨HAPPENING NOW: America official closed the Paris World Olympics in Long Beach California with a performance by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre to celebrate the world Olympics returning to the United States in 2028 at Los Angles. pic.twitter.com/p75z7lU5Ox
— Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) August 11, 2024
Snoop also provided colorful commentary on various events, including a badminton match between the US and China, and reunited with his friend Martha Stewart for a dressage event on August 3, where they sported matching horseback riding attire.
Snoop Dogg’s closing ceremony performance at the Olympics leaves fans in awe
After witnessing Snoop Dogg's performance at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony in Long Beach, California, many internet users have shared their reactions and well-wishes on X.
One fan praised, "Thank you for bringing peace and good vibes to the world. Loved your appearances during the Olympics. 👌💨"
Another shared, "Dogg, you were awesome on the Olympic coverage! So glad you got a chance to do that, look like you had a lot of fun! Gonna be a whole lot more fun in 2028! 👍😎"
A user claimed, "That’s crazy, snoop and dre together. Epic closing ceremony"
The fourth asserted, "Best closing ceremonies of an Olympic Games ever."
Thank you for bringing peace and good vibes to the world. Loved your appearances during the Olympics. 👌💨
— Ray Fernando (@RayFernando1337) August 12, 2024
Dogg, you were awesome on the Olympic coverage! So glad you got a chance to do that, look like you had a lot of fun!
— Dave the Blind Guy (@DaveWarnedYou) August 12, 2024
Gonna be a whole lot more fun in 2028! 👍😎
Best closing ceremonies of an Olympic Games ever pic.twitter.com/zfjDcptniH
— Rich TV Live (@RICHTVLIVE) August 12, 2024
Another stated, "Oh, snap! It looks like Snoop Dogg was feeling the vibes at the LA28 Olympic Games Handover Celebration! With the legendary Dr. Dre by his side, they brought the house down with their performance, marking the transition from Paris to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympics. 🎉"
Oh, snap! It looks like Snoop Dogg was feeling the vibes at the LA28 Olympic Games Handover Celebration! With the legendary Dr. Dre by his side, they brought the house down with their performance, marking the transition from Paris to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympics. 🎉
— A.K.Yadav (@anantKu70192642) August 12, 2024
Someone else hailed, "Omg!, ❤️❤️💙💙absolutely love this performance 🎶🎶🎶Fantastic and so much fun to see you both sing 🎵 together again!, a definite highlight for me during this closing ceremony! Well done gentlemen and much respect from." [sic]
One netizen on X wished, "Honestly, the best part of the whole #Olympics for me was @SnoopDogg 😂. Long live the Doooooggggg! #Snoop"
Omg!, ❤️❤️💙💙absolutely love this performance 🎶🎶🎶Fantastic and so much fun to see you both sing 🎵 together again!, a definite highlight for me during this closing ceremony! Well done gentlemen and much respect from 🇨🇦
— 🇨🇦Chantal Dugdale💙💛 (@cldonline) August 12, 2024
Honestly, the best part of the whole #Olympics for me was @SnoopDogg 😂. Long live the Doooooggggg! #Snoop
— Stranded Siren (@Strandedsiren1) August 12, 2024
Another person added, "It’s giving spring break vibes 🤭."
"Snoop dogg as a national treasure is one of my favorite things" said one more user.
"So legittt! 🥇👏 Glad you had the chance to go bless the games this year, too cool!!" another said.
Another said, "You did great, Snoop. I’m gonna miss seeing ya every night."
Snoop dogg as a national treasure is one of my favourite things
— S.L. (@majorzeldaluna) August 12, 2024
So legittt! 🥇👏 Glad you had the chance to go bless the games this year, too cool!!
— 🖇️𝐙αყ𝕫ʝα𝕍ʊ° (@Zaiology) August 12, 2024
You did great, Snoop. I’m gonna miss seeing ya every night.
— Margaret Miller (@Marg_Miller) August 12, 2024
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