Snoop Dogg is facing a wave of backlash after he performed at a party celebrating Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration. The rapper and actor, 53, was seen on video delivering a performance at the inaugural “Crypto Ball,” an event hosted by former PayPal COO David Sacks. Sacks, who is slated to serve in the Trump administration as the AI and Crypto Czar, threw his support behind the President-elect in a high-profile manner.
The performance, which took place at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., featured Snoop Dogg in a striking black jacket with gold buttons and a bowtie. He performed his hit “Drop It Like It’s Hot” and reportedly treated the crowd to a DJ set that included Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” and Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds.”
The reaction on social media was swift and critical. Fans and observers took to platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) to voice their displeasure. Comments ranged from labeling the performance “culturally embarrassing” and “disrespectful” to renaming him with less flattering monikers. One user exclaimed, “wait a goddamn minute, @SnoopDogg is playing Trump’s inauguration???? aw hell naw,” while others expressed shock and disappointment at seeing Snoop align himself with the controversial figure.
This controversy comes on the heels of Snoop Dogg’s earlier shift in stance. Once an outspoken critic of Trump, he surprised many last year by stating he had “nothing but love and respect” for the President-elect, citing positive personal impacts and his approval of actions like Trump’s pardon of collaborator Michael Harris.
Snoop Dogg is now the latest artist embroiled in controversy related to events surrounding Trump’s inauguration, which is set for January 20. Other high-profile performers, including Billy Ray Cyrus, the Village People, Nelly, and Carrie Underwood, are also scheduled to appear at related inaugural events. Notably, Underwood, who has previously championed gay marriage, has also drawn criticism from some fans for her participation, given the contentious nature of Trump’s track record on LGBTQ+ issues.
As the inaugural celebrations approach, the divide in public opinion continues to widen, highlighting the intense scrutiny and polarized responses that surround performances linked to political figures. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
