Legendary US rapper on AFL's ‘radar' for that one day in September
The AFL and the Mushroom Group are working to bring the famous hip-hop and gangsta rap artist, songwriter and actor to town, the league keen to again make a splash on the biggest day of its calendar.
AFL spokesman Jay Allen said on Friday Snoop Dogg, 53, was on the league's 'radar', but confirmation had yet to be given.
'The pre-game entertainment at the AFL grand final is always a talking point, and we're hoping to make an announcement shortly,' Allen said.
'We are excited to deliver another world-class show in front of 100,000 fans at the 'G and the millions more watching the broadcast ahead of the biggest game of the season.'
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Snoop Dogg's manager and wife, Shante Broadus, was contacted for comment.
There is speculation in the music industry that Snoop Dogg will perform with fellow rappers Dr Dre and Ice Cube in the Philippines two days before the grand final on September 27, giving him time to make the eight-hour flight to Melbourne. He last toured Australia in March 2023.
Should he accept the league's offer, Snoop Dogg would join a recent list of world-class entertainers to headline the pre-game grand final entertainment.
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