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Entertainment · November 4, 2026

Cynthia Erivo to Play Tupac Shakur’s Mother in Universal’s Snoop Dogg Biopic (Exclusive)

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Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Afeni Shakur, the mother of Tupac Shakur, in the upcoming Universal Pictures biopic 'Snoop.' The film, which is currently in production in Southern California, focuses on the life and career of Snoop Dogg. Directed by Craig Brewer, the movie features Jonathan Daviss in the title role. The production is a collaboration between Universal, Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Pictures, and Imagine Entertainment, with Brian Grazer and Snoop Dogg among the producers.

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  • Cynthia Erivo has joined the cast of the Snoop Dogg biopic 'Snoop.'
  • Cynthia Erivo will portray Afeni Shakur, mother of Tupac Shakur.
  • The film is being produced by Universal Pictures.
  • Jonathan Daviss is starring as Snoop Dogg.
  • Craig Brewer is directing the feature.
  • The production includes producers Brian Grazer and Snoop Dogg.
  • Camron Jones is cast as Tupac Shakur.

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  • The film is expected to be released in theaters in August 2027.
  • SwayvoTwain (Michael D’Angelo Archer II) will portray Notorious B.I.G.
  • The movie is currently in production in Southern California.
  • Myles Bullock is cast as Dr. Dre.
  • Lauren London is cast as Snoop Dogg’s mother, Beverly Tate.
  • Algee Smith is cast as Warren G.
  • Tre Hale is cast as Suge Knight.
  • Laya DeLeon Hayes is cast as Shante Broadus.
  • Olly Sholotan is cast as Kurupt.
  • Corey Champagne is cast as Nate Dogg.
  • Jonica Booth is cast as The Lady of Rage.

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