Simone Biles’ Mom Jokingly Calls Out Snoop Dogg During 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony

Snoop Dogg, currently in Paris commentating on the 2024 Olympics for NBC and Peacock, had an unexpected moment during an opening-ceremony interview with Ronald and Nellie Biles, the adoptive parents of gymnast Simone Biles. Nellie Biles called out Snoop Dogg for snubbing her and Simone during a 2010 encounter in New York City’s Times Square.

Nellie recalled the incident on live television, saying, “I will never forget that we met you in Times Square. 2010. And you said—’cause we asked for a picture—two minutes. One, two and you were gone [laughs].” Snoop Dogg laughed along with the story, and the conversation quickly shifted to Simone’s preparation for the games. They even FaceTimed Simone, who was getting some rest before her events.

Snoop Dogg’s involvement in the 2024 Paris Olympics took a symbolic turn when he participated in the Olympic Torch Relay. Known for his charismatic and laid-back persona, Snoop Dogg’s selection as a torchbearer added a modern and culturally resonant touch to the traditional ceremony. His presence brought entertainment and laughter, bridging the worlds of sports and pop culture.

His participation not only honored the spirit of the Olympics but also highlighted the event’s inclusivity and ability to bring together diverse figures from various fields. Snoop Dogg’s journey with the Olympic torch was widely covered by the media, reflecting his status as a beloved global icon. His involvement underscores the unifying power of the Olympics, celebrating broader cultural connections beyond athletic competition.

“It was emotional for all of us to see the champ holding that torch and walking up there,” Snoop Dogg said, referencing the late boxer Muhammad Ali, who won an Olympic gold medal in 1960 and famously lit the Olympic flame at the 1996 Atlanta Games. “This is my own version of it. I don’t want to get too emotional, but I know that this is special. This says a lot about America as far as where we’re at in this world […] I would have never dreamed of nothing like this.”

Snoop Dogg’s participation in the Olympics as both a commentator and a torchbearer highlights the event’s cultural significance and its ability to bring together people from all walks of life.

Simone Biles' mom gives an update on her daughter and tells the story of when she met Snoop Dogg years ago.

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