Snoop Dogg’s return to The Voice has reportedly been marked by tension behind the scenes, with sources claiming the rapper faced mounting challenges following backlash over comments he made about LGBTQ representation in film.
Although Snoop ultimately appeared on season 28 of the NBC competition series due to contractual obligations, insiders say his time as a coach did not unfold as smoothly as expected. With the season now officially wrapped, questions are reportedly being raised about his future on the show.
The controversy began after the 53-year-old artist appeared on the It’s Giving podcast, where he shared an experience of taking his grandson to see Disney and Pixar’s 2022 animated film Lightyear. The movie includes a brief scene featuring a same-sex couple raising a child, which Snoop admitted caught him off guard.
Recalling the moment, Snoop explained that his grandson asked him how two women could have a baby together, leaving him unprepared to respond. He described the experience as unsettling and said it made him feel uncomfortable being placed in situations where he didn’t have answers. His remarks quickly sparked criticism online, with many viewers accusing him of reinforcing harmful narratives about LGBTQ families.
The backlash reportedly raised concerns within NBC, which has long positioned The Voice as an inclusive, family-friendly, and non-political program. According to sources who spoke to The U.S. Sun, network executives held internal discussions with Snoop following the uproar, emphasizing that his public comments reflected on the show as a whole. One insider claimed executives were frustrated about being drawn into a cultural debate they wanted to avoid.
The situation allegedly made some contestants and crew members uneasy, particularly given the diverse backgrounds of those involved in the production. Insiders stressed that NBC does not support Snoop’s remarks and viewed the controversy as unwanted attention during the season.
Sources also suggest that even before the backlash, Snoop’s role on The Voice was uncertain. While he returned for season 28 under contract, insiders claimed his overall engagement and impact as a coach fell short of expectations, noting that he did not secure a win during the season.
Additional off-screen factors reportedly added to the strain, including concerns over Snoop’s public political statements, which conflicted with the show’s effort to remain free of political discourse.
Following widespread criticism, Snoop later issued a written apology in response to commentary from T.S. Madison, saying he was caught off guard and open to learning. He acknowledged the moment as a growth opportunity and welcomed guidance moving forward.
With season 28 now concluded, sources claim NBC may be reevaluating Snoop Dogg’s future on The Voice, as the network looks ahead and aims to keep the focus on the competition rather than controversy.