Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus: The Love, Struggles, and Commitment Behind Their 28-Year Marriage

In the world of celebrity relationships, longevity is rare. Yet Snoop Dogg and his high school sweetheart Shante Broadus have managed to defy the odds, celebrating 28 years of marriage in June 2025—and nearly four decades together since their teenage romance began. Their journey has been one of deep love, public trials, and unwavering commitment, proving that even under the harsh glare of fame, real partnership can survive.

From High School Sweethearts to Lifelong Partners

Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., first met Shante at Long Beach Polytechnic High School in the 1980s. They attended prom together in 1989 and married on June 14, 1997. Over the years, their relationship has weathered the changing tides of Snoop’s career, from underground rap stardom to global entertainment icon.

For Snoop, Shante has always been his anchor. In a September 2024 interview with People, he called her “the good to my bad,” praising her as “a great mother, a tremendous grandmother, an excellent wife, and a great friend.” Their vows, he says, were never conditional: “Not ‘til arguments do us part or fighting or finances, but till death do us part.”

What Almost Tore Them Apart

The couple’s enduring bond hasn’t been without strain. In 2004, they briefly separated, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Snoop later admitted that the pressures of the music industry nearly destroyed their marriage, saying, “This music industry is a mother, man, and it’ll take your vision and blur it.”

But love won out. Four years later, in 2008, they reconciled and renewed their vows in a heartfelt ceremony at Charlie Wilson’s ranch—a public declaration that they were committed to moving forward together.

The Secrets to Their Success

Shante, now 53, shared in a February 2025 Us Weekly interview that keeping their relationship fun has been key: “We do have time to miss each other, but just keep it fun and business.” Snoop has also emphasized mutual sacrifice and understanding. In a 2023 appearance on Today, he explained, “We were both willing to sacrifice for each other… she knew what my dreams and goals were, and I knew what hers were.”

Snoop also takes pride in providing for his wife so she’s never had to work outside the home. “She’s my backbone,” he said. “I’m a loving, caring, providing husband.”

A Family-Centered Life

Together, the couple has three children—Cordé (30), Cordell (27), and Cori (25)—and multiple grandchildren. Snoop also has a son, Julian (26), from a previous relationship. Despite the demands of touring and business, family remains at the center of their lives, with Snoop often crediting Shante for holding everything together.

Love That Lasts

As they enter their 28th year of marriage, Snoop Dogg and Shante Broadus remain a testament to the power of patience, loyalty, and forgiveness. Their story is a rare example in Hollywood—a relationship built not on fleeting glamour, but on shared history, mutual respect, and the resolve to see each other through every storm.

For Snoop, it’s simple: “When we said we’d marry, we married ’til death do us part.” And for Shante, it’s about keeping the joy alive. Together, they’ve proven that’s more than just a vow—it’s a way of life.