{"id":2104,"date":"2025-10-08T17:04:58","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T17:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/?p=2104"},"modified":"2025-10-08T17:04:58","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T17:04:58","slug":"one-of-snoop-doggs-grandkids-passed-away-i-thank-my-oldest-son-for-making-me-a-grandfather-the-rapper-once-said","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/one-of-snoop-doggs-grandkids-passed-away-i-thank-my-oldest-son-for-making-me-a-grandfather-the-rapper-once-said\/","title":{"rendered":"One of Snoop Doggs grandkids passed away, I thank my oldest son for making me a grandfather, the rapper once said"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snoop Dogg, the legendary rapper and proud grandfather, is facing a heartbreaking loss. His grandchild, Kai Love Broadus, passed away just ten days after being born, leaving the family in deep sorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kai, born September 15, 2019, to Snoop\u2019s son Corde Broadus and his wife Soraya Love, brought light into the family in his brief time. Corde shared the news on Instagram, writing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;My son Kai brought so much love and positivity into this world. His energy will live on, and these 10 days of love will always be special to us.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the cause of death was not publicly shared, the family has honored Kai\u2019s memory in meaningful ways. Corde and Soraya launched the <strong>Kai Heart Foundation<\/strong>, turning grief into purpose through community support, healing initiatives, and spreading love in his name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kai was Snoop\u2019s third grandchild, part of a growing family that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zion Kalvin Broadus<\/strong> (2015) \u2013 Kai\u2019s older half-brother<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Elleven Love Broadus<\/strong> (2018)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sky Love Broadus<\/strong> (2021)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Continue reading on next page&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chateau Broadus<\/strong> (2021)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cordoba Journey Broadus<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Symphony Sol<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through every birth and milestone, Kai\u2019s memory remains a cherished part of the family story. Snoop, who often goes by \u201cPapa Snoop\u201d with his grandchildren, has spoken about how deeply he treasures each grandchild and how grief is part of the love he carries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Snoop, family is everything. His public image as a global music icon is inseparable from his role as a devoted father and grandfather. The loss of Kai is a reminder that even lives lived in the spotlight are touched by deeply personal grief, and it underscores the fragile beauty of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kai\u2019s life was brief, but his impact on the Broadus family is eternal\u2014a spark of love that will continue to guide them through every celebration, every challenge, and every moment of family togetherness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Share a memory or message of love in honor of little Kai below\u2014let\u2019s celebrate the lives that leave lasting footprints in our hearts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Snoop Dogg, the legendary rapper and proud grandfather, is facing a heartbreaking loss. 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