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West Australian
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
AFL refuses to rule out whether rapper Snoop Dogg will lead pre-game entertainment at 2025 Grand Final
It would be tha shiznit. Rumours are swirling that Snoop Dogg will drop it like it's hot for the pre-game entertainment at this year's AFL grand final. But the AFL is refusing to say whether the talk is fo' shizzle. The speculation started after Melbourne radio host Ross Stevenson told 3AW's Rumour File 'it had been suggested' the 53-year-old would headline the game at the MCG on September 27. 'It has been suggested to me that the Grand Final entertainment this year will be Snoop Dogg,' he told the show last week. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon dismissed rumours at a press conference on Tuesday. But promised fans they could expect 'big acts'. 'The Grand Final entertainment is important,' he said. 'So many people care about it and we're going to have a big act that we'll be announcing relatively soon.' AFL spokesperson Jay Allen dodged questions about the rapper and said pre-game entertainment announcement would be imminent. 'The pre-game entertainment at the AFL Grand Final is always a talking point and we're hoping to make an announcement shortly,' he told The West Australian. '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.' Best known for his hits Drop It Like It's Hot and Gin and Juice, Snoop made music history after headlining the 2022 Super Bowl LVI halftime show with other hip-hop greats Dr Dre, Eminem, Mary J Blige and Kendrick Lamar. The rapper has been at the centre of various controversies, including claims he sexually assaulted a woman after one of his concerts in 2013. Snoop last toured Australia in 2023 as part of his 'I Wanna Thank Me' tour.
Perth Now
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
AFL refuses to address reports of Snoop Dogg grand final act
It would be tha shiznit. Rumours are swirling that Snoop Dogg will drop it like it's hot for the pre-game entertainment at this year's AFL grand final. But the AFL is refusing to say whether the talk is fo' shizzle. The speculation started after Melbourne radio host Ross Stevenson told 3AW's Rumour File 'it had been suggested' the 53-year-old would headline the game at the MCG on September 27. 'It has been suggested to me that the Grand Final entertainment this year will be Snoop Dogg,' he told the show last week. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon dismissed rumours at a press conference on Tuesday. But promised fans they could expect 'big acts'. AFL CEO Andrew Dillon promised fans could expect 'big acts' at the Grand Final. Credit: News Corp Australia 'The Grand Final entertainment is important,' he said. 'So many people care about it and we're going to have a big act that we'll be announcing relatively soon.' AFL spokesperson Jay Allen dodged questions about the rapper and said pre-game entertainment announcement would be imminent. 'The pre-game entertainment at the AFL Grand Final is always a talking point and we're hoping to make an announcement shortly,' he told The West Australian. '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.' Best known for his hits Drop It Like It's Hot and Gin and Juice, Snoop made music history after headlining the 2022 Super Bowl LVI halftime show with other hip-hop greats Dr Dre, Eminem, Mary J Blige and Kendrick Lamar. The rapper has been at the centre of various controversies, including claims he sexually assaulted a woman after one of his concerts in 2013. Snoop last toured Australia in 2023 as part of his 'I Wanna Thank Me' tour.
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Snoop Dogg in bombshell AFL Grand Final headline act rumour
The AFL could be getting set to Drop It Like It's Hot for the upcoming 2025 Grand Final at the MCG in September. American rap superstar Snoop Dogg has reportedly been locked in as the headline act for the final game of the season. FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1. The rumour mill was sent into overdrive by 3AW host Ross Stevenson who spruiked that the 53-year-old could be the man to light up the stadium on September 27. Stevenson noted that Snoop Dogg is set to perform in the Philippines just two days before the Grand Final, meaning the travel to Australia wouldn't be a worry. 'It has been suggested to me that the grand final entertainment this year will be Snoop Dogg,' Stevenson said. 'You know who you can see in the Philippines on September 25? Snoop Dogg. 'I said to Damien Barrett about the rumour about Snoop Dogg being the Grand Final entertainment. He goes 'he might need someone else with him...'. 'Do you know who he's with in the Philippines two days before the Grand Final?' Co-host Russel Howcroft responded: 'Dr Dre?' Stevenson added: 'Dr Dre is correct! Does that get the job done, Damien?' Howcroft said the AFL had taken full control of who headlines the Grand Final entertainment, instead of using an outside company to do the job. 'I don't know whether this is rumour or flesh on the bones or just adding to the story, but I believe what's happening this year is that the AFL is taking full control of who is the entertainment at the grand final,' Howcroft said on 3AW. 'They used to let's say outsource it. There was a third party involved; that third party is no longer involved, (now) it's all in-house.' The AFL have yet to confirm who the headline act will be for this year's Grand Final, but that isn't slowing the rumour mill down. A potential Snoop Dogg appearance would follow in the footsteps of American popstar Katy Perry who took centre stage in 2024. Prior to that it was rock legends Kiss in 2023 and Robbie Williams who ignited the crowd in 2022. If the rumours come to fruition, expect more than just Snoop Dogg to be on the stage with the rapper performing alongside Dr Dre during the Paris Olympics closing ceremony last year and during the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show he appeared with Dr Dre, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
American music sensation is rumoured as a shock choice to play at the AFL Grand Final
After Katy Perry stole the show at the MCG last year, the AFL is reportedly eyeing up another very surprising act to headline the pre-match entertainment for this year's Grand Final. Snoop Dogg is, according to 3AW Melbourne, being lined up to perform at this year's showpiece event. The world-renowned American hip-hop artist, 53, made headlines this week after joining up with former Real Madrid and Tottenham midfielder Luka Modric in purchasing a stake in Welsh football club Swansea City. As the AFL looks to grow its audiences around the world, Ross Stevenson, on 3AW's Rumour File, on Thursday, revealed that the AFL was looking to draft in Snoop Dogg to perform at the 'G. While speaking on the Breakfast show with Russell Howcroft, Stevenson interestingly noted that there was one telling detail that could prove the rumour to be true, noting that Snoop Dogg was playing a show in the Philippines two days before the Grand Final. 'Do you like to travel?' Stevenson asked Howcroft. 'Do you want to go to the Philippines this year? You want to go to MOA Stadium in the Philippines?' He added: 'You want to go there on September 25?' 'Well, the Dees won't be playing?' Howcroft responded. Stevenson replied: 'You know who you can see in the Philippines on September 25? Snoop Dogg.' He also added that Snoop Dogg was set to be with another surprise guest while he's in the Philippines. Howcroft said: 'Aw, he's on his way!' Stevenson added: 'He's in the neighbourhood! I said to Damien Barrett about the rumour about Snoop Dogg being the Grand Final entertainment. He goes: 'He might need someone else with him...' 'Do you know who he's with in the Philippines two days before the Grand Final? 'Dr Dre?' Howcroft replied, with Stevenson adding: 'Dr Dre is correct! Does that get the job done, Damien.' Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre notably performed during the Super Bowl half-time show back in 2022. The AFL has welcomed some huge names to the MCG for the pre-match entertainment over the years. Katy Perry took to the stage in 2024, performing hits including 'Roar', 'Teenage Dream' and 'California Gurls'. In 2022, Robbie Williams took to the stage in a bright pink blazer that remains in the MCG's museum, while in 2020, Aussie band, the DMA's performed their version of Cher's 'Believe'. Howcroft also delivered his theory behind how the AFL managed to get Snoop Dogg to perform at the Grand Final. 'I believe what's happening this year is that the AFL is taking full control of who is the entertainment at the AFL Grand Final,' he explained. 'They used to outsource it [the entertainment]. That third party is no longer involved. It is all in-house.' Turns out @snoopdogg is a GC SUNS supporter. #foshizzle #FIREUP — Gold Coast Suns (@GoldCoastSUNS) January 20, 2014 Snoop Dogg, interestingly, is a fan of Aussie rules football and is a fan of the Gold Coast Suns. Back in 2014, the Suns published a picture of Snoop Dogg performing in a nightclub while sporting their famous red and gold guernsey. But it remains to be seen whether Snoop will see his team play in the showpiece event, despite the Suns enjoying a brilliant season so far. They currently sit eighth in the ladder, four points ahead of the Bulldogs in ninth. Damien Hardwick's side have never made a finals appearance since they entered the league back in 2011, with their highest finish coming in 2022 and 2014 when they placed 12th. Snoop Dogg, meanwhile, has had a busy summer already, having announced that he has made a very surprising invested in Championship club Swansea City in Wales. The rap star, who is renowned for hits such as 'The Next Episode', 'Gin and Juice' and 'Drop It Like It's Hot', spoke of his love for soccer, following the investment. 'My love of football is well known, but it feels special to me that I make my move into club ownership with Swansea City. 'The story of the club and the area really struck a chord with me. This is a proud, working-class city and club. An underdog that bites back, just like me. 'I'm proud to be part of Swansea City. I am going to do all I can to help the club, and I look forward to getting to know all my YJBS.'
Sydney Morning Herald
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Small bump up for Kyle and Jackie O as Melbourne crowns new ratings winner
Classic hits station Gold has beaten 3AW* to claim the title of Melbourne's No. 1 radio station for the first time since 1992. Gold recorded an overall audience share of 12.1 per cent in the fourth ratings survey of this year, putting it just ahead of 3AW on 11.9 per cent. But 3AW's Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft maintained a whopping lead of 16.6 per cent in the crucial breakfast slot – well above Nova's Jase & Lauren on 10.8 per cent and Gold's The Christian O'Connell Show on 10.1 per cent. ABC Melbourne continues to underperform, falling by 0.3 percentage points to 5.9 per cent – while Gold's sister station, Kiis, is languishing in eighth place overall on 5.5 per cent. It is important to note that survey time slots do not always correspond precisely with program time slots. Gold was launched in October 1991, replacing 'hits and memories' format KZ-FM. It surged to No. 1 the following year, but despite its strength on the FM band, it took more than three decades to repeat the achievement. Loading It's welcome news for parent company ARN, given the continued underperformance of its Kiis station in Melbourne. Last year, Kiis axed its Melbourne breakfast presenters, Jason Hawkins and Lauren Phillips, to make way for a networked version of its Sydney-based show, hosted by Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O. ARN splashed a reported $200 million to secure the pair for the next decade – with their entry into Melbourne rumoured to be the first step of a national roll-out. But so far, Kyle and Jackie O has proven to be an expensive flop in the Victorian capital, despite climbing 0.5 points to 5.6 per cent in the latest survey. Meanwhile, Hawkins and Phillips, who were hired by rival network Nova, are now the top-rating FM breakfast show.
