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Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg is an American rapper who is famous for his gangster image and rap meets reggae style of music. He was born Calvin Broadus on October 20, 1971 in Long Beach, California to Beverly Broadus and Vernall Varnado. His father was a war veteran and singer, who was rarely present in his
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Tyler Perry Reportedly Is Paying the Funeral Expenses for Rayshard Brooks and for His Kids' College Educations
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